China's Politburo steps up policy response to Iran war economic fallout

16 articles · Updated · South China Morning Post · Apr 28

At a meeting led by President Xi Jinping, the Politburo pledged to accelerate infrastructure projects and strengthen tech self-reliance amid global economic instability.
China will prioritize energy security, stabilize employment and markets, and reinforce supply chain control as the US-Israel war on Iran disrupts global markets.
Despite a strong economic start to 2026, Chinese leadership urges stronger measures to maintain growth and confidence, building on previous pledges to counter external shocks and ensure high-quality development.

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