Li Qiang: China eyes fresh trade policies amid global shifts

Chinese Premier Li Qiang says Beijing is considering new, even unconventional, policy tools as global trade disruptions intensify.

Speaking at a symposium with Chinese companies in Jakarta, Premier Li Qiang highlighted rising global trade barriers and fragmented supply chains as major concerns affecting global economic growth. He stated that China is evaluating fresh policy responses—including unconventional measures—to adapt to these evolving challenges.

Li also emphasized China’s commitment to expanding international economic cooperation and supporting the overseas ventures of Chinese firms. Major companies like Huawei, SAIC Motor, and New Hope Group participated in the discussions. Li is visiting Indonesia before heading to Malaysia for the ASEAN-GCC-China Summit.

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