10. Why is the Yangzi River important to China's economy?

The Yangtze basin provides about half of all the fish eaten in China, and two-thirds of the rice. Industries and farming there contribute as much as 40% of China's whole economy.

The Yangtze River is China's most vital domestic waterway, but it also has global importance. The Yangtze River Economic Basin is a powerhouse of industrial output for multinationals like Apple, Walmart, and Dupont as well as huge fashion brands like Nike, H&M, and Uniqlo. Some 175 cities are located near its banks.