Reuters reporting some comments from China customs folks:

  • China Customs says China's exports to US at 1.39 trln yuan, up 5.7 pct y/y in H1
  • Says China's imports from US at 537.97 bln yuan, up 4 pct y/y in h1
  • US actions will certainly impact china's trade, China will closely watch future impact
  • China's rapid trade growth in h1 set solid foundation for full year growth, but faces some downward risks in h2
  • China confident and capable of tackling challenges
  • Says downward risks due to some country's unilateralism, protectionism
  • China's rapid imports growth in h1 mainly due to efforts to expand imports, rising commodities price gains