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Story summary
- In January–February 2026, China's total goods trade reached 7.73 trillion yuan, up 18.3% year over year.
- Exports climbed to 4.62 trillion yuan (+19.2%), while imports rose to 3.11 trillion yuan (+17.1%).
- Trade with ASEAN rose 20.3%, and trade with the EU rose 19.9%.
- Amid tensions in the Middle East, China boosted oil imports 15.8% to bolster its strategic reserves.
- Experts say this trade growth supports global economic stability and supply-chain resilience.
