The document discusses China's service sector, which it defines as tertiary industry including transportation, postal, telecommunications, hotels, and more. It notes services have become increasingly important since the 1980s, contributing 43% of GDP by 2009 compared to just 46% from secondary industry. The financial industry has grown the fastest within the sector, while traditional services still lead. Five Year Plans set targets to increase the service sector's contribution to the economy and employment. The Twelfth Five Year Plan aims to raise the service sector's value added to 47% of GDP by emphasizing healthcare, energy, and technology services.