December 28 saw the 2nd Forum on Innovation and Development of Chinese Cities' Digital Image and the launch of the 2025 Report on the International Digital Image Index of Chinese Cities held in Chongqing.

Among 106 major Chinese cities evaluated for international digital image, Zhongshan secured a spot in the top 20 cohort. 

Specifically, Zhongshan took 4th place in international communication index, 19th place in international digital image index, and made the top 50 in both international recognition and international influence.