Economy & Trade
2026 CIFTIS Opens in Beijing with Notable Debuts
The 2026 CIFTIS opens Sept 9-13 in Beijing with new exhibition zones, 90 countries, and 1,800+ exhibitors.
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Economy & Trade
China-Russia Trade Hits $159.2B, Record Year Expected
China-Russia bilateral trade hit $159.2B in seven months, up 26.3%, with officials projecting a record full-year total.
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Economy & Trade
China's H1 Economic Data Shows Resilience, Vitality
China's H1 2026 data shows 4.7% GDP growth, surging high-tech manufacturing, record trade, and accelerating green transition amid global headwinds.
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Economy & Trade
China's Tax Refund 2.0 Fuels Foreign Shopping Boom
China's Tax Refund 2.0 policy drives record spending by international visitors, with refund sales projected to exceed 100 billion yuan in 2026.
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China's Economy: Stability Matters More Than Speed
People's Daily argues China's economy should be judged by stability and resilience, not just growth speed, citing key H1 2026 data.
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China Expands Global Ties: African Zero Tariffs, RMB
China implements zero tariffs for 53 African nations and issues 15 billion yuan in Hong Kong treasury bonds, advancing RMB internationalization.
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Oil Shock and Tariffs Deliver Twin Blow to Global Economy
Surging oil prices from the Iran war and Trump's new tariffs are creating stagflation risks as households and businesses face rising costs worldwide.
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Greater Bay Area Trade Breaks 1 Trillion Yuan Milestone
GBA mainland cities exceeded 1 trillion yuan in monthly trade for the first time in June 2026, marking a historic economic milestone.
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China-ASEAN Business Leaders Forge Deeper Economic Ties
China and ASEAN business leaders met in Guangzhou to upgrade cooperation, focusing on AI, new energy, and supply chain integration.
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Economy & Trade
China's New Outbound Investment Rules Take Effect July 1
China's first outbound investment regulation takes effect, streamlining approvals while strengthening risk management and national security.
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Gansu Launches First Chemical China-Europe Freight Train
Gansu launches its first China-Europe freight train carrying chemical products, expanding Belt and Road trade connectivity and boosting Lanzhou's hub role.
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EU-China Rail Freight Volume Surges 10.8-Fold in a Decade
China-Europe Railway Express annual trips surged from 1,702 to 20,022 in a decade, connecting 129 Chinese cities with 236 European destinations.
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4th China Supply Chain Expo Opens with Record Global Turnout
The 4th China Supply Chain Expo opens in Beijing with 676 exhibitors from 85 countries, a new AI Zone, and Australia as Guest Country of Honour.
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Hainan Free Trade Port: Strong Results After Six Months
Six months after customs closure, Hainan Free Trade Port reports surging trade, 123% enterprise growth, and expanding zero-tariff benefits.
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China Readies $9 Billion Stimulus as Retail Sales Shrink
China injects $9.2 billion in trade-in subsidies as May retail sales fall 0.6%—the first contraction since 2023—signaling stimulus campaign exhaustion.
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Economy & Trade
Chinese Tech Assets Lure Global Investors via HK Premiums
Chinese hard-tech assets draw global capital as H-shares trade at premiums over A-shares for the first time, signaling a structural shift.
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Economy & TradeChina
Hainan Free Trade Port Shows Strong Growth Six Months In
Six months after customs closure, Hainan Free Trade Port reports surging trade, 123% jump in new enterprises, and expanding global engagement.
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Hainan Free Trade Port: 1.65M Entries Since Customs Closure
Hainan Free Trade Port recorded 1.654M entries and exits in six months since customs closure, a 31.2% increase driven by visa-free access.
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Economy & Trade
China's Foreign Trade Grows 15.3% in First Five Months
China's foreign trade reached 20.68 trillion yuan in Jan-May 2026, up 15.3%. BRI trade surpasses 51% of total for first time as imports surge 20.5%.
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World Cup Boosts Yiwu Exports as Global Supermarket Delivers
Yiwu supplies 70% of World Cup merchandise as the 2026 tournament opens, showcasing China's shift from low-cost to innovation-led exports.
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China's Jan-May Trade Surges 15.3% as Manufacturing Evolves
China's Jan-May 2026 trade reached 20.68 trillion yuan, up 15.3%. High-tech and green exports surge as manufacturing shifts to innovation-driven growth.
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Economy & TradeTechnology
Chinese Light Rail Trains to Serve 2026 World Cup Cities
CRRC deploys 115 light rail trains across Mexico's three World Cup host cities, showcasing Chinese rail technology on a global stage.
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Economy & Trade
China Unveils Three-Year Plan to Boost Car Rental Industry
China's ten government departments issue a three-year plan to transform car rental, targeting airport coverage and free cross-city returns by 2028.
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Economy & TradePolitics
EU Agrees Tougher China Trade Policy; Beijing Retaliates
European Commission agrees on tougher China trade policy, prompting Beijing to vow retaliation and escalating tensions between the two economic powers.
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Economy & TradeGeopolitics
China Cracks Down on Rare Earth and Graphite Smuggling
Beijing penalizes 11 companies for illegal rare earth and graphite exports and launches an anti-smuggling task force in a major enforcement push.
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Economy & TradeTechnology
EU Fines Temu €200 Million Over Unsafe Products on Platform
EU fines Temu €200 million under the Digital Services Act for failing to prevent the sale of dangerous baby toys and faulty chargers.
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Economy & TradeEnergy
Southern China Grid Sets Four Power Records as Heat, AI Soar
Southern China's power grid set four consecutive load records from May 25-28, driven by early heatwaves, AI computing, and economic growth.
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Economy & TradePolitics
$20.6 Billion in Tariff Refunds Paid, More on the Way
The Trump administration has refunded $20.6 billion in IEEPA tariffs, with $85 billion in total refunds being processed after the Supreme Court ruling.
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Economy & Trade
APEC Trade Ministers Meet in Suzhou Amid Protectionism
APEC trade ministers meet in Suzhou to discuss regional cooperation, trade liberalization, and rising protectionism amid global uncertainty.
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