China has emerged as a major trading partner for more than 160 countries and regions, with the country continuing to diversify its import sources to meet growing consumer demand, according to a senior customs official. During the 15th Five-Year Plan period, covering 2026 to 2030, China will
Global shipping leaders have flagged rising freight costs and mounting capacity pressures as ongoing disruptions across key maritime trade routes continue to strain global commerce. During a meeting with WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, senior executives from leading shipping companies said rerouting cargo through alternative corridors is increasing operational













