China Posts Historic Trade Surplus as Exports Flood Global Markets
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China posted a $1.19 trillion trade surplus for 2025—the largest on record and up 20% from 2024—driven by a weak renminbi and booming exports to Europe, Africa and Southeast Asia, while imports were flat; despite U.S. tariffs shaving about 22% off the U.S. surplus, shipments to other regions surged as Beijing pursues self‑reliance ahead of its 2030 plan, with the IMF urging currency normalization and a shift toward stronger domestic demand.
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