Core Insights - China has maintained its position as Africa's largest trading partner for 16 consecutive years, with trade volume reaching $295.6 billion in 2024, marking a 4.8% year-on-year increase [1][1][1] Trade Performance - China's imports from Africa amounted to $116.8 billion, reflecting a 6.9% increase year-on-year [1] - Exports to Africa reached $178.8 billion, showing a 3.5% growth compared to the previous year [1] Market Opportunities - China's vast market provides significant opportunities for African products, exemplified by the case of macadamia nuts, where 90% of South Africa's production is exported to China, contributing to South Africa becoming the world's third-largest producer of macadamia nuts [1] Upcoming Events - The Fourth China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo is scheduled to take place from June 12 to June 15 in Changsha, Hunan, with the theme "China-Africa Cooperation for Modernization" [1]
商务部:中国连续16年保持非洲第一大贸易伙伴国地位
news flash·2025-05-21 02:37