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China's July Exports Surge 23% on Strong High-Tech and AI Demand

China's exports jumped 23% year-over-year in July, exceeding expectations as AI-driven shipments and robust high-tech demand fueled growth. Imports rose 27.5%, with the trade surplus reaching 767.07 billion yuan. The country posted a $28 billion trade surplus with the U.S. despite renewed tensions.

Aluminum exports grew 16.7% to 4.04 million metric tons, while soybean imports reached 61.51 million tons through July, reflecting steady domestic demand and China's expanding role supplying global manufacturing.

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