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Xi Jinping: Domestic Demand Key to China's Growth Strategy

2/16/2026

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Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized that domestic demand should drive economic growth, prioritizing consumption and investment.
Xi noted addressing global uncertainties despite a record trade surplus amid U.S. tariff tensions.
Xi's policy blueprint calls for raising incomes and pensions, promoting innovation, and stabilizing the property market.
Beijing sees the 'ice and snow' economy as growing with local investments in winter sports and services.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized that domestic demand should drive economic growth, prioritizing consumption and investment.
Xi noted addressing global uncertainties despite a record trade surplus amid U.S. tariff tensions.
Xi's policy blueprint calls for raising incomes and pensions, promoting innovation, and stabilizing the property market.
Beijing sees the 'ice and snow' economy as growing with local investments in winter sports and services.