China recorded stronger-than-expected export growth in June, signaling renewed momentum for the world's second-largest economy amid easing trade tensions with the United States.
Official data released by the General Administration of Customs showed exports rose by 5.8% year-on-year, surpassing the 5% growth forecast by economists surveyed by Bloomberg. Imports also climbed by 1.1%, beating the expected 0.3% increase.
The rise in trade figures comes as both Beijing and Washington agreed on a framework to reduce mutual tariffs, following key negotiations in London last month. The development marks a significant step toward de-escalating a years-long trade dispute that began under former US President Donald Trump.
Despite the positive trade data, China continues to grapple with several domestic challenges—including a prolonged property sector debt crisis, weak consumer spending, and high youth unemployment.
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Speaking at a press briefing on Monday, Wang Lingjun, a senior customs official, described the trade agreement with the US as "hard won," urging both sides to continue working collaboratively.
"There is no way out through blackmail and coercion," Wang said. "Dialogue and cooperation are the right path."
Exports have become a critical pillar for China as it seeks to stabilize its economy post-COVID. Last year, outbound shipments hit record levels, helping cushion the impact of internal structural pressures and slower domestic demand.
While the recent uptick in trade offers a temporary boost, analysts warn that global demand remains uncertain and long-term tensions between the US and China could re-emerge if structural issues remain unresolved.
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