Amid a shifting global economic landscape, China has emerged as a stabilizing force, recording a 5% GDP growth in 2024 despite external pressures and internal challenges. With its economy now valued at \$18.6 trillion, the nation contributed nearly 30% of global economic expansion, underscoring its pivotal role in sustaining worldwide recovery.
High-Tech Innovation Drives Structural Upgrades
The high-tech manufacturing sector grew by 8.9% year-on-year, spearheading advancements in mid-to-high-end industrial chains. This surge aligns with China’s strategic focus on upgrading its industrial capabilities and fostering innovation-driven growth.
Service Sector and New Economic Models Thrive
Service industries, bolstered by trends like the silver economy and ice-and-snow tourism, now account for 56.7% of GDP. These innovations reflect the diversification of China’s economic drivers, with emerging sectors creating fresh opportunities for businesses and investors.
Government Projects Confidence for 2025
On March 5, 2025, Chinese Premier Li Qiang announced a 5% GDP growth target for the year, signaling continued confidence in the economy’s long-term resilience. Analysts highlight China’s adaptability to geopolitical and market uncertainties as key to its sustained performance.
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China's economy: A dynamic and resilient engine for global growth
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