China has released its 15th Five-Year Plan for the postal industry, outlining 10 major tasks including improving services and accelerating the development of a modern delivery and logistics network.

Jointly issued by the State Post Bureau and several other government agencies, the blueprint also sets specific quantitative targets for 2030.

In 2030, the postal industry's total business revenue is expected to reach 2.4 trillion yuan (about 353.47 billion U.S. dollars), with overall delivery volume hitting 290 billion pieces. Express delivery alone is projected to generate 2 trillion yuan from 270 billion parcels.

The targets reflect a strong push to bridge urban-rural gaps, with mail delivery reaching 90 percent of administrative villages at least five times a week by 2030.

In terms of service performance, the plan calls for a 72-hour on-time delivery rate of 88 percent in key regions.

In line with broader environmental goals, the plan expects that 80 percent of packaging used by express delivery companies shall meet green standards by 2030.

Over the next five years, the country will intensify efforts to curb involution-style competition in the postal sector, foster innovation, and upgrade services to improve quality, diversify offerings, and enhance public convenience, according to the plan.

The plan also outlines a long-term vision for 2035, aiming for the emergence of more world-class logistics companies with global reach and strong international competitiveness. The industry is expected to see substantial improvements in both scale and quality and its role in supporting economic and social development will become even more prominent.