Guangxi Province

In Baise City, Guangxi, a man was detained for driving without a license and possessing a counterfeit driver’s license. The forged document contained inconsistencies, including an incorrect regional designation. He purchased the fake license for around 1000 yuan. Authorities imposed fines and a 5-day detention. The incident highlights the ongoing issue of document forgery and the need for vigilance. AI-powered verification systems offer potential solutions for enhanced document security, although these technologies are still under development.

Guangxi, China, is relaunching a “trade-in” subsidy program on August 5th, 2025, to boost consumer spending. Subsidies are available for trading in old appliances, 3C digital products, electric bicycles, and home renovation items for new ones. The program focuses on in-store redemptions and offers subsidies up to 20% (max 2,000 yuan) for appliances, 15% (max 500 yuan) for 3C products, 600 yuan for e-bikes, and 1,000 yuan (max 15,000 yuan total) for home renovation, via UnionPay digital coupons on a first-come, first-served daily basis.