The Ministry of Commerce and other 9 departments: Promote the combination of "artificial intelligence +" and expand intelligent shopping guide, low-altitude delivery, unmanned vending, and other scenarios.

The Ministry of Commerce and other nine departments issued opinions on accelerating the innovation and development of the retail industry. It mentioned the need to enhance digital capabilities. Support the digital transformation of retail operators, achieve digitalization of the entire chain such as procurement, sales, inventory, logistics distribution, and integrate online and offline channels, products, services, and data. Encourage platforms to empower small and medium-sized retail operators with technology and share resources. Support third-party technology companies to develop digital management systems for small and medium-sized retail operators, providing comprehensive solutions. Promote the combination of "artificial intelligence +" to expand intelligent shopping guides, low-altitude delivery, unmanned vending and other scenarios. Promote the use of digital RMB in the issuance, settlement, and other processes of consumer vouchers, relying on digital RMB smart contracts to achieve efficient circulation of subsidy funds and precise distribution.