Imagine global trade as a massive party 🎉 – and Hong Kong is the DJ making sure the Chinese mainland’s beats reach every corner of the dancefloor. According to China’s General Administration of Customs, trade on the Chinese mainland rose by 4% in the first three quarters of 2025, with growth ramping up from 1.3% to 6% each quarter. Here’s how Hong Kong spins the decks behind the scenes:
Facing a 27% slump in US-bound shipments under tariff pressure, Hong Kong’s ports and financial hubs quickly rerouted goods to friendlier markets. Its deep logistics and financing networks cushioned the blow and kept trade flowing.
In the Eurozone, where manufacturing PMI climbed to 49.0 (vs. 45.9 in 2024), imports rebounded and boosted Chinese mainland exports by 14.2% in September—adding 2.0 percentage points to overall export growth. Hong Kong’s role as a trade gateway smoothed customs clearance, warehousing and trade financing steps.
Belt and Road Initiative partners also felt the beat: exports to Africa surged by 56.4% in September (2.7 points to growth), while ASEAN and Middle East markets rose by 15.6% and 16.7% respectively, contributing another 4.1 points. Hong Kong’s network of shipping lines, trade fairs and digital trade platforms proved invaluable in tapping these emerging economies.
With world-class infrastructure, fintech innovation and a pro-trade vibe, Hong Kong isn’t just a stopover—it’s the backstage engine powering the Chinese mainland’s trade resilience. 🌟
Next time you spot a container ship or swipe a digital trade contract, remember the city that makes it all happen: Hong Kong’s strategic role is keeping the global trade party alive! 🎉
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
