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China’s Economy in 2025: GDP Reaches 5.0% Growth Despite Challenges

2026-01-19
China’s economy in 2025 recorded GDP growth of 5.0 percent, meeting the government’s annual target despite a challenging domestic and external environment. Services and advanced manufacturing provided key support, while consumption and investment recovery remained uneven.
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