China's leadership is **"determined"** to enhance its economic integration with the global market by **2025**, according to top economic officials.
This initiative comes amid potential trade tensions from the soon-to-inaugurate US President-elect **Donald Trump**, known for advocating higher tariffs on Chinese goods.
The country is grappling with post-Covid growth challenges, including a **housing sector debt crisis**, low consumer spending, and **youth unemployment**.
National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) official **Zhao Chenxin** emphasized the ongoing commitment to **systemic openness** and attracting foreign investment, particularly in **high-tech** and **green energy** sectors.
Despite progress in renewable energy—which accounted for **40.5%** of total power capacity in 2024—challenges remain, such as an **ageing population** and associated care infrastructure.
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