China's imports from African LDCs surge under zero-tariff policy

China's zero-tariff policy for least developed countries (LDCs) with diplomatic ties to China, which took effect last December, is already showing results. From December to March, China's imports from African LDCs rose 15.2% year on year, reaching US$21.42 billion, said an official from the Ministry of Commerce on Wednesday.

May 22, 2025

4th China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo to be held in June

The 4th China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo will be held in Changsha, capital city of Hunan province, from June 12 to 15, said Tang Wenhong, assistant minister of commerce, at a press conference Wednesday. China has been Africa's largest trading partner for 16 consecutive years.

May 21, 2025

China, Africa deepen cooperation in emerging sectors

​In recent years, China and Africa have seen deeper cooperation in the emerging sectors of digital economy, green development, and finance, said Tang Wenhong, assistant minister of commerce, on Wednesday.

May 21, 2025

Key trade expo to open in central China to boost China-Africa ties

The fourth China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo is set to take place in Changsha, the capital of central China's Hunan Province, from June 12 to 15, with more than 12,000 participants expected to attend, organizers said at a press conference on Wednesday.

May 22, 2025

China-Africa cooperation boosts development prospects

China will further deepen cooperation with Africa, a commitment of significant importance to bilateral relations and global development, officials and experts said in Beijing on Wednesday.

May 22, 2025