China continues to solidify its position as a leading destination for global capital, with nearly 60% of foreign-invested enterprises in the country planning to expand their investments, according to a survey released by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) on Wednesday.
Wang Wenshuai, a CCPIT spokesperson, highlighted the findings at a press conference, emphasizing sustained confidence in China's market potential and economic resilience. The survey underscores a trend of multinational corporations prioritizing long-term engagement with the Chinese mainland, driven by its industrial ecosystem, innovation-driven policies, and growing consumer base.
Analysts attribute this optimism to recent regulatory reforms aimed at streamlining cross-border trade and enhancing intellectual property protections. The CCPIT report aligns with broader economic data showing a 12% year-on-year increase in foreign direct investment inflows during the first quarter of 2026, particularly in advanced manufacturing and green energy sectors.
While geopolitical uncertainties persist in global markets, the survey results suggest that foreign enterprises view China's $18 trillion economy as critical to their Asia-Pacific growth strategies. This development comes as the Chinese premier prepares to outline new measures for international business cooperation at the upcoming National People's Congress session in March.
