Core Insights - China has once again become Germany's largest trading partner in the first three quarters of 2025, with bilateral trade totaling €185.9 billion, a year-on-year increase of 0.6% [1] Trade Data Summary - Germany's exports to China amounted to €61.4 billion, reflecting a year-on-year decline of 12.3% [1] - Imports from China reached €124.5 billion, showing a year-on-year increase of 8.5% [1] - China maintains a significant advantage as Germany's largest source of imports [1] Comparison with Other Trade Partners - In the same period, trade with the United States totaled €184.7 billion, a year-on-year decrease of 3.9% [1] - Germany's exports to the U.S. were €112.7 billion, down 7.8% year-on-year, while imports from the U.S. were €71.9 billion, up 2.8% [1] - The U.S. is now Germany's third-largest source of imports [1] Economic Context - The decline in trade is attributed to weak global demand, a complex trade environment, and adjustments in traditional industries such as automotive [1] - Germany's Vice Chancellor and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil recently visited China to seek a more reliable cooperative relationship [1]