商务部详解“十四五”发展成就 消费活力、外贸韧性共促高质量发展

Core Insights - The article discusses the achievements of China's commerce sector during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, highlighting the resilience of consumption, foreign trade, and foreign investment, which have contributed to high-quality development [1][3]. Group 1: Domestic Consumption Market - The domestic consumption market has shown significant vitality, with the retail sales of consumer goods expected to grow from 39.1 trillion yuan in 2020 to 48.3 trillion yuan in 2024, averaging a growth rate of 5.5% per year [4]. - The shift in consumer behavior from basic needs to high-quality consumption is evident, with policies like "trade-in" for consumer goods driving the upgrade to smart and green consumption [5]. - New consumption trends are emerging, including digital consumption and innovative retail formats, supported by initiatives to enhance traditional retail and promote new consumption models [6]. Group 2: Foreign Trade Resilience - China's foreign trade has demonstrated strong resilience, with total goods trade expected to reach 6.16 trillion USD in 2024, a 32.4% increase from 2020 [9]. - The service trade has also seen growth, surpassing 1 trillion USD for the first time, positioning China as the second-largest service trade market globally [10]. - The diversification of trade partners is notable, with ASEAN remaining China's largest trading partner for five consecutive years, and trade with Belt and Road countries exceeding 50% [11].