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Beijing readies a new push for China’s auto industry
Over the next five years, China aims to strengthen production, innovation and exports, with electric cars at the center of the plan.
13 September 2026 1 min read 21 views
China has placed the automotive industry at the heart of its new five-year planning, confirming it as one of the key sectors for growth, technology and jobs. The goal is to consolidate its domestic lead in electric vehicles and boost competitiveness in foreign markets.
For European readers, this is an important signal: the Asian giant does not just want to sell more cars, but to lead the evolution of the whole supply chain, from batteries to software. A strategy that could also affect global trade balances.