China’s Belt and Road Trade Sustains Growth Momentum in 2026
China’s trade with Belt and Road partners accounts for over 50% of foreign trade volume, with digital and physical infrastructure driving sustained economic cooperation in 2026.
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China’s trade with Belt and Road partners accounts for over 50% of foreign trade volume, with digital and physical infrastructure driving sustained economic cooperation in 2026.
New direct flights between Guiyang and Ho Chi Minh City enhance China-ASEAN connectivity, supporting trade and tourism amid record-breaking bilateral commerce.
Over 800 Italian firms invest €15B in China, aligning with Beijing’s high-quality development goals. Leaders highlight mutual growth and innovation opportunities.
Sanya balances iconic sunsets with booming trade infrastructure as Hainan’s free trade port initiative drives economic transformation in 2025.
China strengthens economic and strategic ties with Central Asia through new Five-Year Plan alignment and $100 billion trade target, as Foreign Minister Wang Yi concludes regional tour.
China’s 22 Free Trade Zones drive 20% of foreign trade despite occupying under 0.4% of land area, showcasing economic reform success in 2025.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Mongolian PM Zandanshatar agree to expand trade and green energy cooperation, reinforcing bilateral ties during their Moscow meeting.
China and ROK strengthen ties through Xi’s historic visit, $328B trade partnership, and cultural exchanges like panda diplomacy shaping Northeast Asia’s future.
China’s transformative role in APEC over 30+ years: driving regional integration, innovating trade frameworks, and reshaping global economic governance.
China and ASEAN leaders meet to upgrade CAFTA, boosting trade and regional integration amid global economic challenges.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang pledges collaboration with ASEAN to advance FTA 3.0, aiming to boost digital and green economy sectors for regional growth.
BoF Deputy Governor Agnès Bénassy-Quéré highlights vast potential for China-Europe collaboration in economy, energy, and trade at the 2025 Bund Summit in Shanghai.
China and Italy expand economic, cultural cooperation during high-level Rome talks, reinforcing strategic partnership and shared commitment to multilateralism.
The 22nd China-ASEAN Expo in Nanning highlighted AI cooperation and trade growth, reaffirming regional economic ties and sustainable development goals.
Despite global economic challenges, China-ASEAN trade hits $597 billion in 2025, showcasing robust regional cooperation and growth opportunities.
Horgos Port in Xinjiang processes over 7,000 China-Europe freight train trips in 2024, boosting trade efficiency with streamlined customs and expanded routes across 18 countries.
The 22nd China-ASEAN Expo opens in Nanning, aiming to strengthen trade ties as bilateral goods trade grows 9.7% in 2024.
China and Switzerland mark 75 years of diplomatic relations with focus on AI innovation, green technology partnerships, and deepening economic collaboration.
Horgos Port in Xinjiang emerges as a vital trade hub, driving regional growth and global connectivity through expanding infrastructure and Belt and Road partnerships.
China’s trade with SCO countries reached $890B in 2024, with $140B in investments, driven by energy and tech sectors under Belt and Road initiatives.