THE China Import Development Report 2024, released on Sunday, highlights the significant contribution of China's imports to economic growth internationally. The report emphasizes that China's proactive efforts to expand imports are boosting global economic momentum.

In 2023, China's imports totaled $2,556.76 billion, maintaining its status as the world's second-largest importer for the 15th consecutive year and accounting for 10.6 percent of global imports. Private enterprises account for 41 percent of total imports, with both their share and import value increasing.