Chiping district in Liaocheng, Shandong province, has been leveraging cross-border e-commerce to boost sales of local handicrafts, which have been exported to the United States, Japan, Europe and other countries and regions, generating annual sales of 350 million yuan ($48.56 million).

Over 20 primary processing points for handicrafts have been set up in 14 local towns and villages, providing more than 5,000 jobs, which has helped to boost local farmers' incomes and advance rural vitalization.

Farmers sort out bamboo-plaited baskets at a production base in Hongguantun town in Chiping district. Cross-border e-commerce has played a crucial role in helping local handicrafts reach international markets, enabling farmers to increase their income. [Photo/IC]

Villagers work at a handicraft production base in Hongguantun town in Chiping district. [Photo/IC]

A villager makes handcrafted products, which can now be exported overseas, providing an excellent opportunity for local farmers to boost their earnings in Chiping district. [Photo/IC]