China's economy is on a strong recovery trajectory, with industrial output and manufacturing sector service index showing an increase in November. The country's food production in 2020 reached 652 million tons, marking a slight increase from the previous year. Retail growth, exports, and urban unemployment rate also saw positive trends. The economy is expected to grow faster in the fourth quarter than the third quarter, with a projected GDP growth rate of 5.8% in Q4 2020 and 8.4% in 2021. China is focusing on the technology sector and other strategic areas for its target growth. The country is also revising its national food safety standards and extending protection to 275 products produced in the EU.