China's exports grew by more than 7% in the first three quarters this year, marking the eighth consecutive quarter of growth, as the country effectively navigated through various challenges to its foreign trade.

Wang Jun, vice minister of the General Administration of Customs of China, made the remarks at a press conference in Beijing on Monday, adding that several factors have contributed to driving growth.

On Oct. 13, 2025, the State Council Information Office holds a press conference in Beijing on China's import and export in the first three quarters of 2025. [Photo by Liu Jian/China SCIO]

China's comprehensive industrial system has provided a strong support for growth, Wang said. With its vast industrial scale, comprehensive range of sectors, and robust supporting capacity, China serves as a key pillar of the global industrial and supply chains.

Since 2008, China has remained the world's largest exporter of industrial goods, accounting for nearly 20% of the global total in recent years. Exports of manufactured goods have risen for eight straight years, up 7.1% in the first three quarters of this year.

An aerial drone photo taken on Oct. 13, 2025 shows vehicles ready to be exported at Longtan Container Terminal of Nanjing Port, eastern China's Jiangsu province. [Photo/Xinhua]

Meanwhile, China's improvement in innovation capability has unleashed new growth potential. In the first three quarters, China's exports of high-tech products reached 3.75 trillion yuan (US$525 billion), up 11.9%, contributing to over 30% of total export growth during the same period. In recent years, the share of domestically owned brands in China's exports of electric vehicles and agricultural machinery has increased year after year.

In addition, China's adaptation to market demands has also allowed more room for growth. According to Wang, an increasing number of Chinese companies have been following changes in international market needs and providing customers with personalized and customized solutions.

For example, some Chinese companies have launched split-type air conditioners, with indoor and outdoor units that can be installed flexibly. Such products cater to the architectural and climatic characteristics of European countries, driving China's air conditioner exports to Europe to grow by over 20% in the first three quarters of this year.

China stands as a key force in maintaining the stability and smooth operation of global production and supply chains, and Chinese foreign trade enterprises will continue to offer high quality products to international markets, Wang said.