Stories from Beijing · China

China's e-commerce logistics index rose to 110.6 in April, indicating a stable and improving trend.

China is discussing strategies for responding to potential crises, including scenarios where insufficient resources appear during critical phases.

The BYD Shark pickup truck is slated for sales in China this year.

China's broad money supply (M2) reached 3.53 trillion yuan in April, an increase of 8.6% year-on-year.

China's financial system maintained ample liquidity, supporting corporate and government bond issuance. Chinese internet companies are continuously increasing their investment and layout in AI, which is a core highlight in financial reports.

US President Donald Trump concluded his visit to China, with President Xi Jinping describing the trip as a milestone. The visit involved discussions on broader approaches to Latin America.

According to Trump, China has expressed interest in purchasing oil, soybeans, and Boeing aircraft from the United States. Tariffs were not discussed during these exchanges. Boeing and China Aviation Supplies announced a package of 300 aircraft valued at over $30 billion. This deal signifies a order for the US aircraft manufacturer. The deal aims to reopen the MAX in China. The order's swift movement into deliveries is a key factor. China has agreed to purchase 200 Boeing jets. President Trump revealed the deal while traveling on Air Force One. The agreement was made following discussions about Taiwan.

U.S. President Trump expressed his admiration for a 100-year-old tree in China, describing it as growing from two trees. Chinese state media noted Trump's unusually open demeanor towards China on his first day of the visit.

The German President received a reception described as being like a king on a business trip during a visit to China. This included red carpet formations and an unusually open reception from China's head of state, signaling a diplomatic engagement.

China's engineering machinery industry is accelerating its internationalization efforts. This expansion reflects growing global demand and China's manufacturing capabilities.