China’s Li Qiang Urges Policy Drive to Expand Trade in Services

Chinese Premier Li Qiang called for a stronger policy push to expand the country’s trade in services, state broadcaster CCTV reported. Speaking at an undisclosed meeting, Li said Beijing should "actively expand quality service imports" while creating a more supportive environment for foreign providers. Li also urged agencies to boost service exports in high-growth sectors and to study new measures aimed at fostering innovation in the services trade. The comments signal that the government sees the services sector as a key lever for sustaining economic momentum amid softer demand for manufactured goods.