China is ready to increase imports of high-quality goods and agricultural products from Central Asian countries. This was stated by Chinese President Xi Jinping at a video summit held to mark the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the five Central Asian countries, according to Xinhua.
"China is ready to open its super-large market to Central Asian countries, increase imports of high-quality goods and agricultural products from the region, continue to hold the China-Central Asia Economic and Trade Cooperation Forum, and strive to reach $70 billion in bilateral trade by 2030," Xi Jinping said.
According to Xinhua, in 2025, China will become the largest trading partner of all Central Asian countries for the first time. Wang Zhihua, Director of the Department of Foreign Trade at the Chinese Ministry of Commerce, stated that China strives not only to be the "world's factory" but also to become the "world's market." Its hyper-scale market will open up greater opportunities for products and services from all countries. This commitment is now being translated into concrete policy measures.
Today, high-quality agricultural products from Central Asia, including honey, fruit, and wheat, are regularly supplied to Chinese supermarkets and e-commerce platforms. Over 100 types of agricultural and food products have been officially approved for export to China, and over 4,000 enterprises from Central Asian countries have been granted access to the Chinese market. In 2025, China's imports from Central Asian countries reached $35.1 billion, an increase of 14% compared to the previous year. Along with traditional resources, supplies of non-commodity products such as chemicals, metallurgical products, and agricultural goods are increasing, contributing to a more balanced and diversified trade structure.
The China-Central Asia Frictionless Trade Cooperation Platform officially launched in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, eastern China. Cooperation in cross-border payments continues to gain momentum, helping to more effectively meet market demand between China and Central Asian countries. China's total investment in Central Asian countries has exceeded $50 billion and covers areas such as green energy, manufacturing, and the digital economy, creating significant jobs.