4G technology boost for rural areas

China will shore up the growth of digital technology in rural areas to help spur vitalization and accelerate agricultural development, according to a guideline published on Thursday.

The guideline, jointly issued by the general offices of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and the State Council, highlighted the importance of using information technology to improve the sense of gain, happiness and security among farmers.

It has set a target of making 4G internet accessible to more than 98 percent of the administrative villages before 2020 and speeding up the development of the digital economy in rural regions.