China's JD launches first international self-operated express delivery service
Known for its self-built warehousing and delivery network in China, JD Logistics operates over 3,600 warehouses in its home country. JoyExpress extends this self-operated model overseas, and will offer delivery services as fast as same-day in Saudi Arabia, according to JD Logistics.
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