Now is the time for China to show it’s serious about opening up

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 2 min read 100% complete by Wang XiangweiMarch 1, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Now is the time for China to show it’s serious about opening up

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As China prepares for its annual "two sessions," the world is watching to see how the nation will address its economic and social priorities for 2026-2030. The meetings, held in Beijing, will finalize the 15th five-year plan and set the economic growth target for 2026. Amidst global competition, particularly with the US, China's commitment to "high-level opening up" will be crucial for sustaining growth and global influence. The timing is opportune for China to position itself as a stable force in a fragmented international order, especially as other nations reassess their relationships with the US. Recent visits from leaders of various Western nations highlight a desire to hedge against US policy volatility by strengthening ties with China.

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china 100% opening up 90% economic growth 70% two sessions 70% us 60% geopolitics 60% economic resilience 50% international order 50% five-year plan 40%

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