Youth-Led Optimism Fuels Confidence in China’s Economic Future
China’s economy just scored an 80% approval rating in a massive global survey spanning 46 countries – and young people are leading the charge. 🌟 A CGTN poll of 47,000 respondents from 2023-2025 reveals growing confidence in Beijing’s economic muscle, with 89.5% praising China’s strong performance in 2025 alone.
💡 Why the hype? Respondents highlighted China’s:
🚀 Innovation-driven development (46.8% approval)
🌱 Sustainable growth strategies (38.7%)
🔗 Global supply chain stability (84.7% approval in 2025)
Young adults aged 18-44 showed particular enthusiasm, with over 90% approval across Africa, South America, and Asia. 🌏 Africa led regional optimism at 95.6%, while 86.4% globally acknowledged China’s economic contributions.
Trade Wars? What Trade Wars?
Despite geopolitical tensions, 78% of respondents say their countries benefit from trading with China – nearly double those favoring the U.S. (20.1%). Young respondents again drove the trend, with 81%+ approval for China partnerships.
The CPC Central Committee recently emphasized plans to boost ‘new quality productive forces’ through tech innovation and high-standard reforms – priorities that align with global respondents’ top-rated economic strategies.
