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For nearly five decades, the World Economic Forum and China have been part of a changing global economic story. From China's early engagement with Davos to the establishment of the Forum's Beijing office in 2006 and the launch of the annual meeting of the new champions, or summer Davos, in China the following year, that relationship has evolved alongside China's growing role in the global economy. Today, as AI, evolving trade dynamics, and geopolitical shifts reshape the global economic landscape, the center of gravity of the global economy is shifting, while new sources of growth and opportunity are emerging. Against this backdrop, the relationship between the Forum and China is also opening up new possibilities.

China is building a nationwide computing power network as AI drives soaring demand for data centers and electricity. As part of its "six networks" infrastructure strategy, China aims to make computing power a new engine of economic growth. Experts say China's share of global computing capacity is expected to reach 30 percent by 2030. How can China turn its infrastructure and energy advantages into real productivity gains in the AI economy?

The summit in Washington between the Chinese and US presidents puts the future of the world's most consequential bilateral relationship back in focus. China and the US have described their ties as a constructive relationship of strategic stability. What would that mean in practice? Can greater predictability take hold even as competition continues? How can deep economic ties help provide a more durable foundation for this relationship?

China and the United States remain deeply intertwined economically. For American businesses, the key question is whether China remains a market they cannot afford to overlook. China and the United States have reached consensus in several areas in their eighth round of economic and trade consultations, covering tariffs, trade and investment, while the two sides also launched their first dialogue on artificial intelligence. So, where does the China-US economic relationship stand today, and where are the new opportunities for businesses on both sides?

The US Federal Reserve has resumed raising interest rates for the first time in three years, while the Bank of Japan has also raised its policy rate to 1.25 percent. With energy prices remaining elevated and inflationary pressures persisting, central banks are taking a more hawkish stance. Will the tightening cycle continue? And what could it mean for the dollar, yen, renminbi, bonds and gold?

The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates for the first time since 2023, delivering a quarter-point hike as it steps up its fight against persistent inflation. With U.S. consumer prices accelerating to 3.7% in August and energy costs rising amid geopolitical tensions, the Fed is signaling that borrowing costs could move even higher before the year is out. What does this mean for the U.S. consumers, businesses, and financial conditions? What are the global implications?

The 2026 BRICS Summit is taking place in New Delhi, India. Veteran Chinese and Indian experts explain how the expanded BRICS translates into deeper cooperation and a more influential role in global governance.

China has built the world's largest battery industrial system, and manufacturers are capturing a growing global market share. The industry is entering a new phase--one shaped by solid-state batteries, recycling, and increasingly fierce global competition. At the same time, Tesla is also pushing its EV story forward, launching limited driverless ride-hailing services in Austin, Texas, with its Cybercab. The vehicles have no steering wheel or pedals. As batteries, AI, and autonomous driving converge, where will the next competitive edge in the global EV industry come from?

Trade, technology and entrepreneurship are creating new opportunities under the framework of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. What do these actually mean for young people?

China's semiconductor industry is gaining momentum. Profits across the sector surged more than 18-fold through the first seven months of the year as demand for AI computing, chips, and data-center infrastructure continues to accelerate. But this is more than just about a semiconductor rebound. China is rapidly expanding computing capacity and pushing AI deeper into the real economy, from smart factories and supply chains to healthcare and everyday life. What's driving this surge in AI demand? Could AI become a new engine of productivity? And as China's economy becomes increasingly "smart", what could that mean for the global economy?

The yen's sharp plunge has prompted rare US-Japan intervention, yet global bond markets tremble under surging yields, inflation, and debt fears. With Japan facing rising costs and fiscal expansion, could its currency weakness and shifting capital flows intensify worldwide pressure?

China has been known as the world's factory and a global "super seller". But at the same time, China is also one of the world's biggest markets, and its imports are now growing faster than exports. In the first seven months of this year, the country's imports rose 22% compared with a year ago. Beijing is putting strong emphasis on boosting household consumption and domestic demand. So, can China become both a global manufacturing powerhouse and a much bigger market for the world? And what will that mean for China's economy, and for global trade?

Europe has endured yet another summer of extreme heat, drought, and wildfires, placing mounting pressure on lives, infrastructure, and communities. As climate risks intensify, are governments and the international community adapting fast enough? Analysts share their views on what Europe’s recent experience reveals about climate preparedness, how nations are building weather resilience, and whether emerging technologies and new forms of international cooperation can accelerate the global response.

China's economy maintained overall stability in the first seven months of this year. The country registered stronger growth in advanced manufacturing, digital transformation and foreign trade. Official data showed that China's value-added industrial output increased by 5.3% year on year, while that of high-tech manufacturing rose by 13.8%. Meanwhile, China's imports and exports of goods grew more than 17%. What do these latest figures tell us about the strength and direction of China's economic growth? What policies can we expect in the months ahead? And which emerging industries and new growth drivers could help power the economy forward?

In 2025, global travel and tourism generated a record $11.6 trillion, supported 366 million jobs, and welcomed over 1.5 billion international arrivals. As China opens its doors wider and sets ambitious new targets, the world is watching this defining force reshape the global economy.