China reports biggest drop in exports since 2020

China's exports and imports have declined in July due to a sluggish economy and weakened demands amidst the pandemic. According to customs data, China's outbound shipments plunged by 14.5%, the most considerable drop since February 2020. This performance is worrying as it could potentially weaken economic activity further for the rest of Asia.

Aug 8, 2023 - 11:30
China reports biggest drop in exports since 2020
China's exports and imports have declined in July due to a sluggish economy and weakened demands amidst the pandemic. According to customs data, China's outbound shipments plunged by 14.5%, the most considerable drop since February 2020. This performance is worrying as it could potentially weaken economic activity further for the rest of Asia.