Economy

Global Surge of Chinese Running Shoes Mirrors Upgrades of China’s Service Sector

Factory worker crafting Chinese running shoes amid booming global cross-border e-commerce growth.

Nigeria’s ₦1,000 Trillion Digital Payments Boom Exposes a Growing Trust Gap

An African shopkeeper assists a customer making a cashless smartphone payment at a market.

Parcel Volume Growth Signals China’s Economic Vitality

Workers managing goods along an automated conveyor line inside a large parcel sorting facility.

China’s Green Development Drives Global Energy Transition

An aerial view of a massive solar panel field reflecting the setting sun over mountains.

China’s May Day Holiday Showcases Economic Vitality Through Tourism Boom

An Australian tourist smiles for a photo with Shanghai's iconic skyline during China's bustling May Day.

High Interest Rates Put Nigerian Agro-Exporters at a Disadvantage — Expert

Collage showing diverse Nigerian agricultural sectors, currently hindered by high borrowing costs and infrastructure.

Four Key Insights into China’s First-Quarter Economic Performance

A cargo ship carrying colorful containers navigates a river toward a modern city skyline.

China’s Energy Transition Builds Resilience Amid Global Volatility

Thousands of new energy vehicles await shipment at a busy Chinese port alongside Grimaldi and COSCO vessels.

Tiny Tokens, Big Market: How AI Usage Is Powering China’s Smart Economy

International visitors at a technology exhibition view a transparent AI display showcasing smart digital solutions.

How Consumer Demand Is Reshaping Supply: Lessons from China’s Washing Machine Market

Triple-drum washing machines on an automated assembly line showcase Haier’s green manufacturing and technological innovation.

Hainan FTP Off to a Strong Start After 100 Days

Hainan Free Trade Port enhances global opening-up through independent customs operations and tailored enterprise support.

Boao Forum For Asia Highlights Asia’s Growing Role in Driving Global Growth

The Boao Forum 2026 highlights Asia's rising GDP share, AI leadership, and sustainable economic integration.

China’s Steady Progress: A Beacon of Certainty in an Uncertain World

A busy shipping port symbolizes China’s steady progress and economic resilience in 2025.

China’s Steady, Sustained Growth Continues to Boost Global Economic Confidence

Skilled technicians and industrial robots working together in a high-tech manufacturing workshop at CRRC Puzhen Alstom in Wuhu, China.

China Expands Visa-Free Access and Optimizes Tax Refunds to Boost Inbound Tourism