On December 8, 2025, China’s Politburo convened to outline the country’s economic priorities for 2026, sending a clear signal that next year’s macroeconomic strategy will lean heavily on coordination and forward planning.
As the traditional prelude to the Central Economic Work Conference, the December meeting has long served as a barometer of policy direction. This year’s messaging marks a shift from last year’s emphasis on "stability through progress" toward a new focus on "improving quality and effectiveness."
Economists note that this policy blueprint reflects a deeper recalibration of China’s macroeconomic governance framework, with coordinated steps across fiscal, monetary and industrial policies expected to support advanced manufacturing, digital services and green development.
Globally, a quality-driven growth model could reshape supply chains, boost demand in emerging markets and accelerate the transition to low-carbon economies. Investors and businesses worldwide will watch closely for details at the upcoming Central Economic Work Conference, where concrete measures are likely to be unveiled.
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China's Politburo signals forward-looking, coordinated economic policy
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