EconomyFrom ‘world factory’ to ‘world market’: China’s imports jump 22% in first seven months
China’s imports grew 22% year on year during the first seven months of 2026, according to data from the General Administration of Customs. Import growth exceeded export growth by 8 percentage points over the same period. The figures point to a stronger expansion of inbound trade. They also frame China’s shift from a manufacturing-centered role toward a larger role as a market.
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China News Service★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:36Original
From ‘world factory’ to ‘world market’: China’s imports jump 22% in first seven months