中国依然是外资企业青睐的全球投资热土

Group 1 - The 25th China International Investment and Trade Fair (CIFIT) attracted representatives from over 120 countries and regions, highlighting China's continued appeal as a global investment destination despite rising uncertainties in international trade and investment [2] - The UK was the guest of honor at this year's CIFIT, with a 400 square meter national pavilion featuring over 100 companies across various sectors, including medical innovation, advanced manufacturing, clean energy, and digital technology [2] - The event showcased significant participation from German companies, with 24 firms engaging in roadshows and exchanges, focusing on industrial automation, automotive components, and green building [5] Group 2 - The American Chamber of Commerce in South China brought around 50 member companies to the fair, primarily large multinational corporations, emphasizing the investment opportunities in digitalization, artificial intelligence, and software development [5] - ABB Group highlighted its commitment to China, showcasing innovative circuit breaker products and emphasizing its long-standing presence in Xiamen, which serves as its largest manufacturing base and innovation center globally [6] - China's consumer market remains the second largest globally, with a retail sales growth rate of 5.5% annually over the past four years, and the country continues to attract foreign investment, with 59,000 new foreign-invested enterprises established in 2024, marking a 9.9% increase [6]