China is buzzing with new opportunities! In the first half of 2025, foreign-invested enterprises surged by 11.7%, reaching 30,014 new establishments. While overall FDI hit a total of 423.23 billion yuan ($58.9 billion), that marked a 15.2% drop from the previous year. But there's a twist in this economic tale: high-tech industries are on fire! 🔥
Sectors like e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, and aerospace manufacturing led the charge, attracting 127.87 billion yuan. E-commerce services alone jumped by an impressive 127.1% year-on-year, while manufacturing drew 109.06 billion yuan and the tertiary sector pulled in 305.87 billion yuan.
Overseas capitals are making a mark too, with notable increases from Switzerland (+68.6%), Japan (+59.1%), the United Kingdom (+37.6%), Germany (+6.3%), and South Korea (+2.7%), along with an 8.8% boost from ASEAN. These dynamic figures highlight a strategic shift toward innovation and resilience in China's economic landscape, demonstrating that even in competitive times, high-tech ventures and entrepreneurial spirit lead the way. 🚀
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China sees rise in new foreign firms, high-tech investment gains in H1
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