China's private enterprises are driving the country's economic transformation, contributing over 55% of total foreign trade value in the first 11 months of 2024 โ a 2% jump compared to last year. Analysts say this growth cements the sector's role as the engine of China's high-quality global integration.
'Private firms are leading innovation and adaptability in cross-border partnerships,' notes Li Yong, Chief Researcher at D&C Thinktank. From tech startups to green energy pioneers, these companies are reshaping supply chains while boosting sustainable development goals.
The surge comes amid Beijing's push for \"dual circulation\" economic strategies, blending domestic innovation with international collaboration. Private businesses now dominate exports of solar panels, EVs, and AI-driven consumer tech โ sectors seeing 30%+ annual growth in key markets.
With youth employment in private firms up 18% since 2023, this sector isn't just moving goods โ it's building bridges. As one Shanghai-based entrepreneur puts it: 'We're not just selling products; we're co-creating the future.'
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Private sector plays vital role in China's high-quality opening up
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