专访丨中国以创新开放成为全球经济的“新动能”和“稳定锚”——访德勤中国首席执行官刘明华

Core Viewpoint - China has made significant progress in technological innovation and open cooperation, positioning itself as a "new driving force" and "stabilizing anchor" for the global economy [1] Group 1: Global Economic Challenges - The global economy faces multiple risks and challenges, including weakening long-term growth momentum, frequent geopolitical conflicts, rising trade frictions, and uncertainties surrounding long-term returns on artificial intelligence investments [1] - Policy uncertainty is identified as a core indicator of the deteriorating global trade environment, with U.S. tariffs being a key factor contributing to this uncertainty [1] - A slowdown in global trade growth, increased regionalization, and heightened fragmentation are anticipated by 2026 [1] Group 2: China's Economic Performance - Achieving a 5% growth rate for China's economy in 2025 is considered a significant challenge given the global economic slowdown [2] - China's economic fundamentals are strong, supported by a large market, a complete industrial system, and abundant human resources [2] Group 3: Innovation and High-Quality Development - The year 2026 marks the beginning of China's "14th Five-Year Plan," focusing on upgrading the modern industrial system through innovation-driven growth [2] - Consumption is emphasized as a key driver for sustainable economic growth, with its importance expected to increase [2] - China has entered the top ten in the global innovation index for the first time, with 24 top global innovation clusters, making it the economy with the most leading innovation clusters [2] Group 4: Open Cooperation and Global Engagement - China possesses sustainable internal growth momentum and a willingness to engage in win-win global cooperation [3] - In the context of rising geopolitical uncertainties, China is steadily expanding its institutional openness, providing a "stabilizing anchor" for global economic activities [3] - China aims to leverage platforms like the Digital Silk Road and the Green Silk Road to contribute more to global innovation and sustainable development [3]