ECONOMY WATCH – China Focus

Moving Beyond the Government-Market Dichotomy

As a core institutional pillar in China's governance framework, the essence of the system of five-year plans lies in balancing 'national strategy' with the...

Deciphering China’s Growth Target

Structural strength, innovation momentum and policy capacity underpin the stability of the world’s second-largest economy.

ECONOMY WATCH Politics Economy Apr 10, 2026

Zero Carbon Pioneers

China is advancing a national strategy to develop net-zero carbon factories, driving the greening of key industries.

ECONOMY WATCH Politics Economy Environment Apr 9, 2026

Chasing ‘China Speed’: How Global Automakers Are Learning to Innovate in China

China has become one of the most dynamic automotive markets globally, leading innovation in electrification and intelligent mobility.

ECONOMY WATCH China & The World Science & Technology Economy Apr 8, 2026

“China Favors Enterprises Over Households” Rhetoric Simply Doesn’t Hold Water

It is clear that China is on track for more balanced, coordinated and sustainable development, and never plans to promote industrial advancement at the expense...

ECONOMY WATCH Science & Technology Politics Apr 3, 2026

Western Commentators Are Misreading China’s Growth Target

A more balanced perspective would recognize that China is pursuing a deliberate and measured path, one that seeks to ensure long-term prosperity while...

ECONOMY WATCH Politics Economy Apr 1, 2026

Behind a 500-Billion-Yuan Trade Breakthrough

Once viewed as China's remote western frontier, Xinjiang is emerging as a dynamic nexus—linking Chinese and international markets and industries while...

ECONOMY WATCH Economy Mar 27, 2026

Why Global Investors Keep Doubling Down on the Chinese Market

Engaging with China is not just about accessing its market today, but about securing a stake in the future of innovation and growth.

ECONOMY WATCH China & The World Economy Mar 24, 2026

Emotions Are the New Marketing Magnet

Mood-driven purchases of both goods and services are on the rise, emerging as the new engine driving consumption.

ECONOMY WATCH Culture Economy Mar 19, 2026

The Renaissance of Materials

China charts a roadmap for the utilisation of recycled materials.

ECONOMY WATCH Economy Environment Mar 18, 2026

The Great Rotations Powering Sustainable Growth

China's 2025 data, enriched by Spring Festival insights and the 15th Five-Year Plan's vision, evidence the great rotations in motion.

ECONOMY WATCH Politics Economy Mar 9, 2026

Private Economy, Public Priority

Supporting and strengthening the private economy is not only a near-term economic priority but also a strategic foundation for sustainable, high-quality growth...

ECONOMY WATCH Politics Economy Mar 2, 2026