China’s economic divide is widening in era of protectionism
China's economy showed 5 percent growth in the first half of 2026, meeting Beijing's target despite a 4.3 percent decline in the June quarter, the weakest since the pandemic. Domestic demand remains weak due to falling investment and property prices, while exports reached a record $288 billion. Policymakers face pressure to stimulate consumption as trade barriers.
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Published 16 Jul 2026, 02:00 UTC · Updated 16 Jul 2026, 02:10 UTC
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