商务部：全力稳住外贸基本盘 推动进出口平衡发展

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese Ministry of Commerce emphasizes that despite complex external changes and uncertainties in 2026, China's economic foundation remains strong, and the country is poised for continued growth in foreign trade, which is expected to contribute significantly to global economic development [1]. Group 1: Foreign Trade Performance - In 2025, China's total foreign trade reached 45.47 trillion yuan, marking a 3.8% increase and achieving growth for nine consecutive years [1]. - Exports of mechanical and electrical products grew by 9%, surpassing 60% of total exports for the first time [1]. - Trade with over 190 countries and regions increased, with imports and exports to Belt and Road Initiative countries rising to 51.9% of total trade [1]. Group 2: Measures to Stabilize Foreign Trade - The Ministry of Commerce plans to implement various policies to ensure the effectiveness of foreign trade measures, providing precise support to enterprises and maintaining confidence [2]. - Efforts will be made to expand diversified markets, including support for enterprises to stabilize traditional markets and explore emerging ones, as well as organizing trade promotion activities [2]. - The focus will also be on fostering new growth drivers, particularly in cross-border e-commerce and green trade, enhancing the international competitiveness of green low-carbon products [2]. - Initiatives will be taken to promote balanced development in imports and exports, including branding efforts and organizing at least 100 import promotion activities [2].