China's trade hits record $6.4 trillion despite US tariff slump

China recorded trade volumes exceeding 45 trillion yuan ($6.4 trillion) in 2025, marking a new historical high despite US tariffs reducing exports to America. Vice Customs Minister Wang Jun announced the figures at a Beijing press conference on Wednesday. Exports rose 6.1% while imports increased 0.5% for the year.

Wang blamed unspecified trade restrictions for limiting import growth, referencing Donald Trump's tariff policies. He indicated China would open its market further in 2026, positioning it as a global opportunity.

For Nigerian businesses and traders, this signals continued access to Chinese goods despite US-China tensions. With China remaining a major source of imports for Nigeria, supply chains appear stable. The 6.1% export growth suggests competitive pricing may continue for Chinese manufactured goods.

Does this trade resilience affect your sourcing strategy or retail pricing models? With global trade shifting, Nigerian importers should monitor whether China's market opening creates new opportunities for diversified sourcing beyond traditional US-aligned supply chains.

SOURCE: https://www.channelstv.com/2026/01/14/chinas-2025-trade-reached-new-historical-high/