Trade between China and the Central Asian nations has been on a rapid boost over the past decade. Data shows that from 2013 to 2024, bilateral trade soared by 116%, leaping from 312.04 billion yuan to 674.15 billion yuan with an average annual rise of 7.3% – a pace notably higher than China’s overall trade growth. 🚀
Beyond the impressive numbers, this dynamic relationship is transforming the agri-sector. In the first five months of 2025, agricultural imports reached record levels with a 10.4% year-on-year increase, highlighting a surge in high-quality products like linseed from Kazakhstan, raisins from Uzbekistan, and honey from Kyrgyzstan. Enhanced road transport now accounts for 51.8% of trade, climbing steeply from 19.9% in 2020.
Looking ahead, the upcoming China-Central Asia Summit in Astana (June 16-18) promises to reinforce collaboration, boost regional stability, and drive high-quality economic development. As trends continue to evolve, the region is set to embrace a future of innovation and robust trade ties. Stay tuned for more updates! 🌐
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