Of China’s USD 3.6 trillion in exports in 2024, these were the top five export categories and products—and the largest buyers for each.
Asia remains China’s main export destination, though its share has eased slightly.
For more than 50 years, the gold price has closely mirrored the state of the global economy.
Metals, agricultural goods and food products led export gains, while food, textiles and manufactured inputs rose fastest on the import side.
The interior and western regions are leading growth in 2025, while several heavyweight coastal hubs are growing below the national average.
The 11 ASEAN economies are integrated into a diverse bloc in Southeast Asia, a region that is now the world’s leading conduit between East and West.
