外商投资有信心、能源建设迎关键进展 多维度感知中国活力

Core Viewpoint - The National Development and Reform Commission and the Ministry of Commerce released the "Encouragement Directory for Foreign Investment Industries (2025 Edition)", which will take effect on February 1, 2026, aiming to enhance foreign investment in China [1]. Group 1: Directory Changes - The new directory includes a total of 1,679 entries, an increase of 205 entries compared to the 2022 version, with 303 entries modified [2]. - The directory encourages foreign investment in advanced manufacturing, modern services, and specific regions such as the central and western areas, Northeast China, and Hainan Province [3]. Group 2: Investment Guidance - The updated directory aims to optimize the directional guidance for foreign investment, promoting advanced manufacturing and modern services, thereby enhancing the development level of industrial and supply chains [3]. - It is designed to provide clear, stable, and transparent investment expectations for investors, which is crucial for attracting global innovation elements and meeting the evolving domestic demands in sectors like healthcare and elderly services [5]. Group 3: Investor Confidence - Many foreign business leaders expressed that the new directory has strengthened their confidence and expectations for investing in China, indicating a promising future for investments [7]. - The encouragement of foreign investment in advanced manufacturing and modern services aligns well with the business directions of several foreign companies, further solidifying their development confidence [7].