In the past, foreign institutions investing in China relied on experienced "China hands" familiar with the country's economic policies and market dynamics, but the industry is now turning to new solutions
China, beyond its "world's factory" name, is willing to become a "market for the world," with its super-large market set to provide broad opportunities for products and services from all countries, the Ministry of Commerce has said, shedding light on its plans to develop investment and trade ties in 2026
Hainan plays a critical role in developing cross-border trade in services and in aligning with, and even helping shape, high-standard international economic and trade rules
China's economy grew by 5 percent in 2025, in line with official targets, bringing the country's 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025) to a steady close amid rising global uncertainties
