China trade hold strong: Exports hit six month high despite Trump’s tariff row; imports rose 7.4% in September

China’s exports surged 8.3% in September, exceeding expectations despite US trade tensions. While shipments to the US declined, growth in Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa bolstered figures. However, domestic economic woes persist. The US President’s threat of further tariffs looms, prompting China to warn of retaliation, creating significant trade uncertainty.