In 2024, nearly 80% of China's Outward Direct Investment (ODI) flowed into Asia, an increase of 8.5% year-on-year, with $34.36 billion poured into ASEAN, a rise of 36.8%.
China is also the central province’s largest trading partner, with export turnover reaching $547 million in 2024 and nearly $400 million in the first half of 2025.