Survey Highlights China’s Expanding Global Economic Role
A new CGTN survey reveals strong international confidence in China’s economic stability, innovative momentum, and continued openness. Respondents from around the world indicated that China’s development path offers valuable certainty at a time when global markets face rising instability and shifting growth engines.
Many participants believe China is shaping a new position in the global economic landscape by advancing high-quality development and expanding access to international cooperation.
Innovation Emerges as China’s Core Economic Strength
Innovation-driven growth was identified as one of the most widely recognized pillars of China’s economic progress. In the 2025 Global Innovation Index, China entered the top ten for the first time, maintaining its lead among upper-middle-income economies.
According to the survey, 93.6 percent of respondents believe innovation plays an increasingly important role in China’s high-quality development. Nearly all respondents—96.6 percent—said China is driving significant changes in industrial and economic structures through scientific and technological advancements.
Global Respondents See China’s Development Model as a Future Blueprint
A large majority indicated that China’s approach, combining technological innovation with a strong real economy, offers valuable lessons for countries pursuing modernization. Over 93 percent agreed that China’s integration of scientific research and industrial development provides a useful reference for global development strategies.
Additionally, 88.3 percent viewed China’s technology-driven growth model as an important trend for transforming and upgrading the world economy.
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China’s Consumer Market Seen as a Major Global Opportunity
The survey also highlighted strong confidence in China’s domestic consumption potential. As the world’s second-largest consumer market with the largest middle-income population, China is seen as a powerful engine for global demand.
Over 82 percent of respondents believe foreign companies can leverage China’s market to strengthen their global position. Meanwhile, 86.7 percent expect China’s policies to boost domestic consumption to create significant new opportunities for international businesses.
Stability in China’s Economy Viewed as Crucial for Global Growth
Respondents emphasized that China’s steady economic trajectory contributes to global stability. More than 90 percent said continued Chinese growth would provide greater momentum for an international economy facing widespread challenges.
Many participants also viewed China’s economic practices—such as shortening the negative list for foreign investment and ensuring national treatment—as steps that create a high-quality, competitive business environment.
Openness and Cooperation Recognized as Key Themes
The survey reflected strong support for China’s commitment to openness at a time when unilateralism and protectionism are increasing globally. Respondents cited initiatives such as the Belt and Road, free-trade zones, and expanded visa-free access as examples of China’s efforts to promote win-win economic cooperation.
Nearly 89 percent believe China’s continued opening-up will create more development opportunities worldwide. Meanwhile, 90.5 percent see an open world economy as an inevitable global trend.
Concerns Over Rising Protectionism
A large share of respondents opposed policies such as tariff barriers, economic militarization, and political interference in trade. Over 84 percent said such practices violate market principles and run counter to global openness.
Additionally, 90.4 percent emphasized the importance of promoting inclusive globalization alongside the broader Global South to protect the interests of developing nations.
Strong Global Engagement Reflected in Widespread Participation
The poll, published across five CGTN language platforms—including English, Spanish, French, Arabic, and Russian—received 4,289 responses within the first 12 hours. The results underscore significant global attention toward China’s economic path and its influence on international development.
