Xinhua: China’s H1 foreign trade posts 16.9 pct growth with optimized structure
July 14, 2026
China’s foreign trade surged 16.9% to a record 25.47 trillion yuan in H1 2026, driven by exports, imports, and innovation.
China’s foreign trade surged 16.9% to a record 25.47 trillion yuan in H1 2026, driven by exports, imports, and innovation.
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