China is preparing to enhance its policy reserves and implement additional measures to stabilize foreign trade, the Ministry of Commerce announced this week. Despite rising global economic uncertainties, the country's trade performance in the first three quarters of 2025 showed both resilience and steady growth.

Spokeswoman He Yongqian stated that the ministry will prioritize improving policy effectiveness, facilitating trade, and deepening international economic cooperation. Key measures include ensuring full implementation of existing trade policies, providing targeted financial support for exporters, addressing logistical bottlenecks, and offering guidance on regulatory compliance. These efforts aim to reduce operational friction for enterprises and accelerate the practical delivery of trade-related incentives.

Between January and September, China's foreign trade totaled 33.61 trillion yuan ($4.71 trillion), representing a 4% year-on-year increase. September exports in U.S. dollar terms grew 8.3%, a notable recovery from August, reflecting stabilizing external demand. Analysts caution that last year's high baseline may moderate fourth-quarter growth, particularly in exports to the U.S., but sustained demand from Europe and emerging markets is expected to support overall positive growth.

China continues to hold a commanding position in global trade, accounting for 11.8% of total goods trade in the first seven months of 2025. Moreover, it is now among the top three trading partners for 166 countries and regions, up 14 from the same period last year, highlighting the increasing diversification of its trade network.

Several structural factors underpin China's export resilience. The ongoing Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) continues to generate demand for Chinese goods and services in participating countries, while improvements in supply chain efficiency and export diversification enhance resilience to regional shocks. Analysts also point to a gradual shift toward higher-value and technology-intensive products, including electronics, medical devices, and green technologies, which strengthens China's export profile amid currency fluctuations.

From a foreign investor perspective, China's policy tools—ranging from trade facilitation, export credit insurance, and preferential financing to localized customs clearance and digital trade platforms—signal a proactive approach to managing trade volatility. Additionally, the government's focus on regulatory transparency and streamlined procedures supports predictable market access, a critical consideration for multinational companies and cross-border investors.