The incidence and mortality of gastric cancer are among the top of malignant tumors in China. Over the past three decades, laparoscopic surgery for gastric cancer in China has undergone a transformative evolution—from exploratory application to standardized innovation. Surgical techniques have progressively matured and been standardized, leading to the establishment of clinical consensus. Multiple high-quality clinical studies from China have demonstrated the safety and efficacy of laparoscopic gastric cancer surgery, providing robust evidence-based support and enhancing the country’s academic influence in international gastric cancer research. Concurrently, structured training programs in laparoscopic gastric cancer surgery are gradually being implemented. Looking ahead, further advancements are anticipated in function-preserving gastrectomy, navigation surgery, and single-incision laparoscopic techniques. Drawing upon both domestic and international studies, this review aims to comprehensively summarize the latest developments in laparoscopic gastric cancer surgery in China, with the goal of systematically elucidating its current status and future directions.