Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the importance of boosting consumption and expanding the supply of quality consumer goods and services in China, as outlined in the "14th Five-Year Plan" [1] Group 1: Domestic Consumption Growth - In the first 11 months of 2025, China's total retail sales of consumer goods increased by 4.0% year-on-year, with an expected annual total surpassing 50 trillion yuan [2] - Service retail growth outpaced goods retail by 1.3 percentage points, indicating strong vitality and potential in the service sector [2] - The focus for this year includes key areas such as transportation, housekeeping, performances, and sports events to cultivate new growth points in service consumption [2][3] - The government plans to enhance policies supporting service consumption and organize events like "Service Consumption Season" and "Chinese Cuisine Festival" to promote local service brands [2] Group 2: Trade Innovation and Balance - China's foreign trade is expected to exceed 45 trillion yuan in 2025, with a growth rate of 3.8%, maintaining its position as the world's largest goods trader for nine consecutive years [4] - The government aims to stabilize foreign trade by promoting goods, services, and digital trade amidst external uncertainties [4][5] - Initiatives will include expanding imports through targeted procurement and enhancing the influence of the "Export China" brand [5] Group 3: High-Level Opening Up - The government is committed to expanding high-level openness and cooperation, particularly in sectors like telecommunications and biotechnology [7] - Measures will be taken to implement zero-tariff policies for all diplomatic countries in Africa and to enhance the Hainan Free Trade Port's policies [7][8] - The focus will also be on cross-border supply chain management and promoting cooperation in green development and digital economy [8]
开局“十五五”丨扩消费、稳外贸、促开放 多策并举赋能经济高质量发展
Yang Shi Xin Wen·2026-01-16 09:04