中企“出海” 为全球市场“上新”（经济聚焦·扩大双向投资）
Ren Min Ri Bao·2025-09-10 22:13

Core Insights - China remains a major player in both attracting foreign investment and outbound direct investment, with 2024 outbound direct investment flow reaching $192.2 billion, maintaining a position in the global top three for 13 consecutive years [2] - The shift in Chinese enterprises' outbound investment focus is towards high-tech products, high-end equipment, and green low-carbon products, reflecting an upgrade in industrial structure [2][7] Investment Statistics - In 2024, China's outbound direct investment accounted for 11.9% of the global total, an increase of 0.5 percentage points from the previous year [2] - By the end of 2024, the total stock of China's outbound direct investment reached $3.14 trillion, ranking in the global top three for eight consecutive years [2] - Outbound investment has driven $211 billion in goods exports, marking a 13% increase and representing 5.9% of total goods exports during the same period [4] Market Expansion - Chinese enterprises are increasingly investing in emerging markets, shifting focus from developed countries to Southeast Asia and the Middle East [4][5] - As of the end of 2024, Chinese investors established 52,000 overseas enterprises across 190 countries, with 19,000 in Belt and Road Initiative countries [5] Infrastructure and Technology Development - Chinese construction companies are actively involved in infrastructure projects in emerging markets, with 60% of overseas investments directed towards Belt and Road countries [5] - Companies like Ningde Times are establishing production bases in Europe, enhancing their competitive edge through innovative technologies and sustainable practices [6][7] Economic Contributions - Outbound enterprises generated $3.6 trillion in sales revenue and contributed $82.1 billion in taxes to host countries, employing over 5 million people abroad [4] - The integration of local development with project construction is emphasized, as seen in various international projects that also focus on ecological sustainability [6]