By Miriam Humbe
China’s total goods imports and exports rose by 17.3 percent year on year to 30.13 trillion yuan (about $4.2 trillion) in the first seven months of 2026.
This is according to official data released by the General Administration of Customs on Friday.
Growth remained supported by resilient global tech and AI hardware demand, alongside front loaded shipments ahead of shifts in international tariff policies.
Core Trade PerformanceTotal Volume: Reached 30.13 trillion yuan (approx. $4.2 trillion).
Year-on-Year Growth: Up 17.3% compared to the same period in 2025.Monthly.
Trajectory: Maintained strong momentum through July despite moderating slightly from the blistering pace seen in June.
Key Growth Drivers AI & Tech Demand: Continued global investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure boosted shipments of chips, computers, and high-value mechanical and electrical goods.
Frontloaded Shipments: Exporters sped up delivery schedules to manage changes and anticipated hikes in foreign tariffs.
External Headwinds: Trade faced minor logistical disruptions from seasonal extreme weather, such as regional typhoons affecting port throughput.
(Cgtn.com)
