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China unveils expanded catalogue of encouraged industries for foreign investment

( December 24, 2025, 09:17 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: China on Wednesday unveiled its 2025 edition of the Catalogue of Encouraged Industries for Foreign Investment, which will take effect on Feb. 1, 2026, replacing the 2022 version. According to the National Development and Reform Commission and the Ministry of Commerce, the revised catalogue, aimed at steering foreign investment into priority sectors and regions, contains 1,679 encouraged items, a net increase of 205 from the previous edition. The changes emphasize advanced manufacturing, modern services, high technology, energy conservation and environmental protection, while expanding incentives for investment in central and western regions, northeastern China and Hainan Island.Statement follows. The catalogue is attached (Chinese)....

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