China prioritises export controls, supply-chain security to shield economy in 2026

Commerce ministry also pledges to boost domestic demand, services and two-way investment over coming year Reading Time:2 minutes Why you can trust SCMP Xinyi Wuin Beijing Published: 7:30pm, 12 Jan 2026 China has made strengthening export control rules and safeguarding supply-chain resilience top priorities this year, as officials move to secure the nation’s economic interests amid rising geopolitical friction. The Ministry of Commerce said it would enhance legal frameworks and risk prevention and tighten the “safety net for opening up” as one of eight core work areas, according to a statement released on Sunday after its annual work conference in…