China seeks greater imports from Europe

China stands ready to import more from Germany and the rest of Europe, Ling Ji, vice-minister of commerce and deputy international trade representative of China, said on Thursday, emphasizing the complementary nature of China-Germany economic relations and the vast opportunities offered by the Chinese market.

Speaking at the "Big Market for All: Export to China" event in Berlin, Ling recalled German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to China in February, during which the two nations reached a series of important common understandings, providing strategic guidance for the future development of China-Germany economic and trade ties.

"Under the strategic guidance and promotion of the leaders of both countries, China and Germany have long adhered to openness, mutual respect and mutual trust. Bilateral economic cooperation has developed into a pattern characterized by deeply integrated industries, interconnected markets and complementary advantages," Ling said.

The Berlin event, aimed at creating an efficient channel for high-quality products to enter the Chinese market, marked the first "Big Market for All: Export to China" activity held in the European Union this year.

The "Big Market for All: Export to China" initiative, launched in Shanghai in November 2025, is part of China's broader push to boost imports and tap the purchasing power of its vast consumer market.Reporter: Zhang Zhouxiang; Video editor: Wang Xinyang (Intern)