Earlier this month at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Margery Kraus, founder and executive chairman of APCO Worldwide, told CGTN that ongoing realignment in global trade flows is set to reinforce China’s growth trajectory. As supply chains diversify and economies build resilience, China is uniquely positioned to seize new opportunities.
Key factors driving this momentum:
- Supply chain diversification: Companies are shifting production across Asia, drawing on China’s robust manufacturing base and skilled workforce.
- Digital trade expansion: Cross-border e-commerce and digital services are on the rise, with China’s tech ecosystem leading innovations in fintech, cloud computing and AI.
- Green transition partnerships: Europe and North America are investing in low-carbon projects, and Chinese firms are tapping into renewable energy supply chains.
“We’re seeing a significant reorientation of trade corridors,” said Kraus. “Rather than retreat from global integration, businesses are rediscovering China as a reliable hub for scale, talent and innovation.”
For young global citizens and business innovators, this reshuffling offers fertile ground:
- Entrepreneurs can explore partnerships in China’s emerging tech hubs beyond the traditional coastal cities.
- Startups can leverage lower-cost manufacturing to pilot green products and IoT devices.
- Digital nomads and travellers will find new co-working and cultural exchange venues as China deepens ties with Asia, Africa and Latin America.
As the world recalibrates trade networks, China’s sustained economic momentum may well define the next chapter of global growth.
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APCO founder: Global trade realignment to benefit China's growth
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