China holds a ‘critical position’ in keeping the world’s goods moving, according to shipping giant Maersk. At the 2025 China Development Forum, Jens Eskelund, the company’s North Asia chief representative, dropped a bold stat: China's container shipping volume makes up over one-third of the global total—no other nation comes close. 📊
«In terms of export scale and market share, China is unbeatable,» Eskelund told CGTN’s Zheng Junfeng. From smartphones to solar panels, its factories feed global demand like no other. 🌍
Why does this matter? Think of every Amazon package, IKEA shelf, or Zara shirt you’ve ordered. Chances are, parts of that journey started in China. With supply chains still recovering from pandemic shocks, this insight highlights why businesses worldwide rely on Chinese manufacturing hubs. 🚢
For young professionals and entrepreneurs, this is a reminder: Understanding China’s economic muscle isn’t optional—it’s essential. Whether you’re investing, researching, or just curious, the numbers don’t lie. 💼✨
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Maersk: China holds 'critical position' in global supply chains
cgtn.com