The total value of goods trade reached ¥11.84 trillion (~$1.73 trillion) during the period, reflecting resilient external demand and improving domestic activity.
China’s foreign trade grew 15 per cent year on year (YoY) in Q1 2026, reaching ¥11.84 trillion (~$1.73 trillion).
Exports rose 11.9 per cent to ¥6.85 trillion (~$1.00 trillion), while imports surged 19.6 per cent to ¥4.99 trillion (~$0.73 trillion), reflecting strong domestic demand and sustained trade momentum.
The growth in imports signal rising industrial activity and increased demand for raw materials.
The exports increased by 11.9 per cent compared to the same period last year, totalling ¥6.85 trillion (~$1.00 trillion). Meanwhile, imports grew at a faster pace of 19.6 per cent year on year to ¥4.99 trillion (~$0.73 trillion), signalling strengthening domestic consumption and industrial demand according to the data released.
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