Why Shipping Was Delayed from 1st to 8th October?
If your order took a little longer than usual to arrive between 1st to 8th October, here’s why, that week marks China’s National Day Golden Week, one of the country’s biggest holidays celebrating the founding of the People’s Republic of China on 1st October 1949. During this period, most factories, warehouses, and shipping partners in China close for the week. Production and logistics pause temporarily, causing short-term shipping delays around the world including here in Singapore.
What Is the Golden Week?
The Golden Week is a seven-day national holiday that starts every year on 1st October. It’s called “golden” because it’s a rare, extended break for millions of people to travel, shop, and celebrate. Think of it as a mix between Chinese New Year and a national birthday celebration! For businesses, this also means a brief production break. Most factories and ports stop operations, and shipping resumes only after the holidays. When things restart, it takes a few days to process the backlog of shipments. Hence, the short delay in deliveries.
What About the Parade on 3rd September?
You may have also seen news about a large military parade held on 3rd September that’s China’s Victory Day, not part of the Golden Week. Victory Day commemorates the end of the Second Sino-Japanese War and World War II, marking the 80th anniversary this year. It honors the sacrifices made and China’s victory during the war, usually through parades, memorials, and official ceremonies. While both are significant, only National Day leads to a week-long national holiday that affects business operations.
Why Is the Golden Week So Long?
The extended break was designed to boost domestic tourism and spending while giving citizens a chance to rest, travel, and celebrate with loved ones. It’s one of two major long holidays in China. We hope this explanation helps you understand the reason behind the delay and maybe even gives you a glimpse into the culture and history behind China’s Golden Week. After all, a short wait is worth it when it celebrates something this meaningful.
