Core Insights - In May 2025, China's international balance of payments for goods and services trade reached a total import and export scale of 41,643 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 3% [1] Trade Data Summary - Goods trade exports amounted to 20,498 billion yuan, while imports were 15,315 billion yuan, resulting in a surplus of 5,183 billion yuan [1] - Service trade exports totaled 2,356 billion yuan, with imports at 3,474 billion yuan, leading to a deficit of 1,118 billion yuan [1] Service Trade Breakdown - Major components of service trade included: - Transportation services with an import and export scale of 1,714 billion yuan - Travel services with an import and export scale of 1,632 billion yuan - Other business services with an import and export scale of 1,036 billion yuan - Telecommunications, computer, and information services with an import and export scale of 592 billion yuan [1] Dollar Value Summary - In dollar terms, the total exports for goods and services were 3,176 million USD, while imports were 2,611 million USD, resulting in a surplus of 565 million USD [1]

Core Insights - Heilongjiang Province's total import and export value reached 132.76 billion RMB in the first five months of 2025, showing a year-on-year growth of 1.6% [1] - Exports amounted to 37.73 billion RMB, increasing by 9.9%, while imports totaled 95.03 billion RMB [1] Trade with Belt and Road and BRICS Countries - The province's trade with Belt and Road countries reached 119.28 billion RMB, growing by 3.6%, which is 2 percentage points higher than the overall growth rate, accounting for 89.8% of the province's total foreign trade [1] - Exports to these countries were 29.8 billion RMB, up by 16.7%, while imports were 89.48 billion RMB [1] - Trade with other BRICS countries totaled 105.58 billion RMB, increasing by 4.4%, also surpassing the overall growth rate by 2.8 percentage points, making up 79.5% of the province's total foreign trade [1] - Exports to BRICS countries were 18.88 billion RMB, rising by 18.2%, and imports were 86.7 billion RMB, with a growth of 1.8% [1] Export Growth by Product Category - Exports of electromechanical products reached 15.53 billion RMB, growing by 6.2%, with significant increases in auto parts (41.5%) and electronic components (183.3%) [2] - Labor-intensive product exports totaled 8.26 billion RMB, up by 10.8%, with footwear and clothing growing by 11.7% and 64.8% respectively [2] - Agricultural product exports were 4.58 billion RMB, increasing by 20.5%, with vegetables and edible fungi growing by 26.7% and dried and fresh fruits and nuts by 34.3% [2] Import Growth in Energy Products - Heilongjiang Province imported 28.825 million tons of energy products, marking a 16.3% increase [2] - Imports of crude oil, natural gas, coal, and lignite all saw an increase during this period [2] - Soybean imports also rose by 16.3% [2]

Group 1 - The core argument of the article highlights China's criticism of the U.S. for its selective focus on trade deficits in goods while ignoring the benefits it gains from service trade, emphasizing the need for adherence to WTO rules and multilateral cooperation [1][2] - China points out that the U.S. is the largest surplus country in service trade, with a projected surplus nearing $300 billion in 2024, and argues that the U.S. benefits significantly from global value chains, particularly in high-value sectors like R&D and sales [1] - The article notes that China's proactive agenda at the WTO meeting has garnered support from various countries, including developed members like the EU and Australia, as well as developing nations like Brazil and Pakistan, emphasizing the importance of service trade for global economic stability [2] Group 2 - China advocates for bilateral negotiations based on WTO rules to resolve trade tensions, stressing that such discussions should not violate non-discrimination principles or harm third-party interests [2] - The article mentions a collective call from various nations for restraint in trade restrictions and the importance of maintaining stable and predictable regulatory policies to ensure the healthy development of global trade [2]

从贸易伙伴来看，我国对东盟、欧盟进出口增长。前5个月，东盟为我国第一大贸易伙伴，我国与东盟 贸易总值为3.02万亿元，增长9.1%，占我国外贸总值的16.8%。欧盟为我国第二大贸易伙伴，我国与欧 盟贸易总值为2.3万亿元，增长2.9%，占12.8%。美国为我国第三大贸易伙伴。同期，我国对共建"一带 一路"国家合计进出口9.24万亿元，增长4.2%。 从进出口主体来看，民营企业、外商投资企业进出口增长。前5个月，民营企业进出口10.25万亿元，增 长7%，占我国外贸总值的57.1%，比去年同期提升2.4个百分点。其中，出口6.97万亿元，增长8%，占 我国出口总值的65.4%；进口3.28万亿元，增长4.9%，占我国进口总值的45.1%。同期，外商投资企业进 出口5.21万亿元，增长2.3%，占我国外贸总值的29%。 本报北京6月12日电 （记者欧阳洁）据海关统计，今年前5个月，我国货物贸易进出口总值17.94万亿 元，同比增长2.5%。其中，出口10.67万亿元，同比增长7.2%；进口7.27万亿元，同比下降3.8%。 5月份，我国货物贸易进出口总值3.81万亿元，增长2.7%。其中，出口2.28万亿元，增长 ...

Core Viewpoint - China's foreign trade has shown resilience and vitality in a complex environment, with a total import and export value of 17.94 trillion yuan in the first five months of the year, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 2.5% and a 7.2% increase in exports [1][3]. Group 1: Trade Characteristics - The diversification of trade partners is evident, with emerging markets contributing significantly to growth. Trade with ASEAN increased by 9.1%, with a total trade value of 3.02 trillion yuan, making ASEAN China's largest trading partner [3]. - High-tech and high-value-added products are gaining competitiveness, with mechanical and electrical products exports growing by 9.3%, accounting for 60% of total exports. Notable increases include integrated circuits (18.9%) and electric vehicles (19%) [3]. - The vitality of foreign trade entities is highlighted, with private enterprises' imports and exports growing by 7%, representing 57.1% of total trade. The number of foreign-funded enterprises with import and export performance has risen to 73,000 [3]. Group 2: Cooperation with Africa - Rapid growth in exports to Africa has been noted, with initiatives such as the "Ten Partnership Actions" announced at the China-Africa Cooperation Forum injecting new momentum into economic collaboration [4]. - Efforts to promote bilateral trade include encouraging enterprises to participate in exhibitions to convert "exhibition traffic" into "trade growth," exemplified by the ongoing China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo [4]. - Infrastructure cooperation is being enhanced, with Chinese enterprises participating in projects in transportation, energy, and communication sectors, leading to a total contract value of 137.67 billion yuan in completed projects since the summit [5].

Core Viewpoint - China's foreign trade has shown resilience and vitality in the first five months of the year, with a total trade value growth of 2.5% year-on-year, and exports increasing by 7.2% [2][3] Group 1: Trade Performance - In the first five months, China's total goods trade value increased by 2.5% year-on-year, with exports growing by 7.2% [2] - Emerging markets contributed significantly to trade growth, with imports and exports to Belt and Road countries increasing by 4.2%, ASEAN by 9.1%, and Africa by 12.4% [2] - The export of high-tech and high-value-added products has strengthened, with mechanical and electrical products' exports rising by 9.3%, accounting for 60% of total exports [2] Group 2: Trade Dynamics - The vitality of foreign trade entities is evident, with private enterprises' imports and exports growing by 7%, making up 57.1% of total trade [3] - Foreign-funded enterprises have maintained growth for four consecutive months, with the number of foreign enterprises engaged in trade increasing to 73,000 [3] Group 3: Future Outlook - The Ministry of Commerce aims to expand high-level openness and respond to external uncertainties with high-quality development [3] - The implementation of the "Ten Partnership Actions" announced at the China-Africa Cooperation Forum is expected to enhance economic cooperation with African countries [5][6] Group 4: U.S.-China Trade Relations - The first meeting of the U.S.-China economic and trade consultation mechanism discussed the consensus reached during the June 5 call between the two heads of state, making progress on mutual economic concerns [4][8] - China opposes unilateral tariff measures and urges the U.S. to adhere to WTO rules for stable and sustainable economic relations [4]

Core Insights - China's total goods trade import and export value reached 17.94 trillion yuan in the first five months of the year, showing a year-on-year growth of 2.5% [1] - Exports amounted to 10.67 trillion yuan, with a year-on-year increase of 7.2%, while imports were 7.27 trillion yuan, reflecting a decline of 3.8% [1] - In May alone, the total goods trade value was 3.81 trillion yuan, up 2.7% year-on-year, with exports at 2.28 trillion yuan (6.3% increase) and imports at 1.53 trillion yuan (2.1% decrease) [1] Trade Composition - Mechanical and electrical products accounted for 60% of total exports, with a value of 6.4 trillion yuan, marking a 9.3% increase [1] - Key export items included automatic data processing equipment (3.9% growth), integrated circuits (18.9% growth), and automobiles (6.6% growth) [1] - Major imported commodities like iron ore, crude oil, and coal saw price declines, while the import value of mechanical and electrical products increased [1] Trade Methods - General trade and processing trade both experienced growth, with general trade reaching 11.51 trillion yuan (0.8% increase) and processing trade at 3.21 trillion yuan (6.2% increase) [2] - The bonded logistics trade method also grew, with a total of 2.54 trillion yuan, reflecting a 5.9% increase [2] Business Entities - Private enterprises and foreign-invested enterprises saw increases in import and export values, with private enterprises reaching 10.25 trillion yuan (7% growth) and foreign-invested enterprises at 5.21 trillion yuan (2.3% growth) [2] - Private enterprises accounted for 57.1% of total foreign trade, an increase of 2.4 percentage points compared to the same period last year [2] Economic Context - The resilience of China's foreign trade amidst challenges is attributed to several factors, including substantial progress in high-level Sino-U.S. economic talks and effective policy measures that have boosted the confidence of foreign trade enterprises [2]

Core Viewpoint - China's goods trade showed resilience in the first five months of the year, with a total import and export value of 17.94 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 2.5% [1] Trade Performance - Exports increased by 7.2% while imports decreased by 3.8% in the first five months [1] - In May, the total trade value was 3.81 trillion yuan, up 2.7% year-on-year, with exports growing by 6.3% and imports declining by 2.1% [1] - The general trade method accounted for 64.2% of total foreign trade, with a year-on-year increase of 0.8% [1] Key Export and Import Products - Mechanical and electrical products remained the main export category, with a value of 6.4 trillion yuan, a 9.3% increase, making up 60% of total exports [1] - Notable growth in specific products included industrial robots (55.4%), electric vehicles (19%), integrated circuits (18.9%), and construction machinery (10.7%) [1] - Major commodities like iron ore, crude oil, and coal saw a decline in import prices, while the import value of mechanical and electrical products increased [1] Trade Partners and Market Dynamics - Private enterprises were the largest trading entities, with a total import and export value of 10.25 trillion yuan, a 7% increase, accounting for 57.1% of total foreign trade [2] - The top three trading partners were ASEAN, the EU, and the US, with trade values of 3.02 trillion yuan (up 9.1%), while trade with the US decreased by 8.1% [2] - Trade with Belt and Road countries reached 9.24 trillion yuan, a 4.2% increase, and trade with African countries hit a record high of 963.21 billion yuan, up 12.4% [2] Future Outlook - The export growth in May indicates ongoing external demand resilience, while the narrowing decline in imports suggests marginal improvement in domestic demand [3] - The activity of foreign-funded enterprises reached a near five-year high, with over 73,000 companies engaged in import and export activities, reflecting China's long-term attractiveness to foreign investment [3] - Expectations for June include continued export growth due to the "export rush" effect and proactive market expansion by foreign trade companies [3]

Core Viewpoint - China's total goods trade value reached 17.94 trillion yuan in the first five months of the year, showing a year-on-year growth of 2.5%, with exports increasing by 7.2% and imports decreasing by 3.8% [1][4]. Trade Performance - The trade growth rate in the first five months was 0.1 percentage points higher than in the first four months [2]. - In May alone, the total goods trade value was 3.81 trillion yuan, reflecting a growth of 2.7%, with exports up by 6.3% and imports down by 2.1% [5]. - The export growth rate in May decreased by 3 percentage points compared to April [5]. Trade Partners - ASEAN remained China's largest trading partner, with a trade value of 3.02 trillion yuan, growing by 9.1%, accounting for 16.8% of total foreign trade [6]. - The EU was the second-largest trading partner, with a trade value of 2.3 trillion yuan, increasing by 2.9%, making up 12.8% of total foreign trade [6]. - Trade with the US, however, saw a decline, with a total trade value of 1.72 trillion yuan, down by 8.1%, and exports to the US decreasing by 8.7% [6]. Market Outlook - The foreign trade market is expected to face significant uncertainties moving forward, particularly after the 90-day window for US-China negotiations [8][9]. - Despite the pause in the trade war, foreign trade enterprises continue to seek opportunities in overseas markets, particularly in "Belt and Road" countries and Europe [11]. - There are expectations for continued positive growth in exports for June, although challenges remain due to high US tariffs and a slowing external demand [10][11]. Policy Implications - The government is likely to maintain supportive policies for stabilizing growth and foreign trade, with potential increases in fiscal measures to promote consumption and investment [12].

据海关统计，2025年前5个月，我国货物贸易进出口总值17.94万亿元人民币，同比（下同）增长2.5%。 其中，出口10.67万亿元，增长7.2%；进口7.27万亿元，下降3.8%。 5月份，我国货物贸易进出口总值3.81万亿元，增长2.7%。其中，出口2.28万亿元，增长6.3%；进口1.53 万亿元，下降2.1%。 前5个月我国进出口主要特点： 一、一般贸易、加工贸易进出口增长 前5个月，我国一般贸易进出口11.51万亿元，增长0.8%，占我外贸总值的64.2%。其中，出口7.04万亿 元，增长7%；进口4.47万亿元，下降7.8%。同期，加工贸易进出口3.21万亿元，增长6.2%，占17.9%。 其中，出口1.99万亿元，增长4.5%；进口1.22万亿元，增长9.3%。此外，我国以保税物流方式进出口 2.54万亿元，增长5.9%。其中，出口1.05万亿元，增长15.8%；进口1.49万亿元，下降0.2%。 二、对东盟、欧盟进出口增长 前5个月，东盟为我第一大贸易伙伴，我与东盟贸易总值为3.02万亿元，增长9.1%，占我外贸总值的 16.8%。其中，对东盟出口1.9万亿元，增长13.5%；自东盟进口1.1 ...