High-Tech Manufacturing Export Growth Has Shifted to Asia, But China Remains the Industrial Core
China retains unmatched scale at the centre of global high-tech production, while rapid gains in Vietnam, Mexico and other Asian hubs.
China’s Capital Goods Exports Are Shifting To New Industrial Markets
Export growth is now concentrated in fast-industrialising Asia, infrastructure-heavy Middle Eastern economies and new manufacturing hubs in Eastern Europe.
High-Tech Export Intensity Since 2007 Across Major Manufacturing Economies
Some manufacturing economies have upgraded to tech-intensive exports while others have plateaued despite scale.
Emerging Market Exporters Beyond China to Watch in 2026
Export growth in emerging markets beyond China is concentrating among a small group of mid-scale exporters outpacing global trade.
The Rise and Fall of China’s Trade Intensity: From Export Surge to Economic Rebalancing
China’s trade as a share of GDP rose from 20% in 1980 to a peak of 64% in 2006 before falling to 37% in 2024 as the economy shifted toward domestic consumption.
U.S. Imports and the Shifting Architecture of Global Trade (1987-2025)
As the world’s leading importer, U.S. imports over nearly four decades have reflected the evolving patterns of global trade.
Trade Crossroads of the World: The Strategic Rise of ASEAN’s Exports
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.
The World’s Most Dynamic Export Economies
Vietnam, Ireland and the UAE led export growth among large economies, while Djibouti, Guyana and Armenia stood out among smaller exporters.
High-Tech Exports: China Leading, Asia Rising
China is the global leader in high-tech exports, and Asian economies feature prominently among the top ten exporters.
