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China's Opening-Up Drives Global Growth
China's commitment to high-level opening-up is driving global economic growth, despite global downward trends in openness. Business leaders express optimism about China's long-term prospects.
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Chinese Academy Of Social SciencesResearch Centre For Hongqiao International Economic ForumUnited Nations Industrial Development OrganisationJohnson ControlsZespri
Qu WeixiZhang YuyanCecilia Ugaz EstradaAnu RathnindeJason Te Brake
- What is the significance of China's increasing openness index?
- China's openness index increased to 0.7596 in 2023, up from 0.6789 in 2008, signifying progress in deepening reform and expanding high-level opening-up. This commitment to openness is seen as a key driver of global economic growth and fostering win-win outcomes.
- How has China's high-level opening-up impacted global economic governance?
- Despite a global downward trend in openness, China's high-level opening-up has spurred reforms in global economic governance, contributing to a diversified and stable international economic framework. This is achieved through active participation in global industrial division and strengthening multilateral, bilateral and regional economic cooperation.
- What is the overall trend of global value chains according to the World Openness Report 2024?
- The World Openness Report 2024 highlights that global value chains have continued to expand despite setbacks, with the share of foreign added value in global exports reaching a record high of 24% in 2022. This shows that economic globalization has not fundamentally reversed despite recent shocks.
- What is the sentiment of global entrepreneurs and businesses regarding China's economic prospects?
- Global entrepreneurs and business leaders express optimism about China's long-term growth prospects. Companies like Johnson Controls and Zespri highlight the favorable business environment and opportunities presented by China's opening-up and innovation, leading to significant growth in their respective markets.
- How successful was the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in attracting international participation?
- The 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) attracted about 3,500 overseas exhibitors, including a record number of industry leaders and Fortune Global 500 companies. This demonstrates continued international interest and participation in the Chinese market despite global economic uncertainty.