Apr 14 (BNP): China’s exports rose 2.5% in March compared to a year earlier, reflecting a steady but uneven recovery in external demand amid a challenging global trade environment.
The uptick was supported largely by stronger shipments of technology-related goods, with particular momentum seen in the semiconductor and electronics segments. Rising global demand for advanced chips—used in artificial intelligence systems, data infrastructure, and industrial applications—helped offset weaker performance in some traditional export categories.
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While overall growth remains moderate, the data points to China’s continued strength in high-value manufacturing and its deep integration into global tech supply chains. Exporters have also been increasingly redirecting shipments toward emerging markets, helping cushion the impact of softer demand in some developed economies.
At the same time, analysts note that global trade conditions remain mixed, with geopolitical uncertainties and uneven consumption trends influencing order flows. However, the latest figures suggest that technology exports continue to act as a stabilizing force for China’s external sector.
Imports also showed signs of improvement, indicating steady domestic industrial activity and ongoing demand for raw materials and components.
Overall, the March data reflects a cautiously improving trade picture, with high-tech exports emerging as the key driver of resilience in China’s economy.
