🔗 Share this article China's Economic Growth Slows as Commercial Disputes with US Intensify The four point eight percent growth in the third quarter represented a slowdown from five point two percent in the prior quarter The Chinese economic growth slowed during the three months ending in the end of September as trade tensions with the United States intensified. The world's second-largest economy expanded by 4.8% compared to the same period in 2024, representing its weakest pace in a full year, according to government figures released on the start of the week. This economic data emerges following China's enforcement of comprehensive controls on its exports of strategic minerals - essential minerals for global electronics production, a move that disrupted the delicate trade truce with the US. The three-month period GDP expansion will set the tone for a gathering of China's top leaders this week to discuss the nation's development plan covering the period between twenty twenty-six and 2030. Important Economic Metrics The 4.8% growth in the third quarter signified a slowdown from the five point two percent recorded in the three months ending in July. China's statistical authority announced the economy demonstrated "remarkable durability and vitality" against external pressure, attributing momentum in its tech industry and business services as primary growth drivers. Beijing has set a target of "approximately five percent" economic expansion this year and has thus far avoided a significant decline, assisted by government support measures. International Commercial Situations American leader Donald Trump responded swiftly to China's restrictions on rare earths by proposing extra double duties on goods from China. American finance official Scott Bessent stated he expects to meet Chinese officials this week in Malaysia in an effort to reduce friction and organize a summit between the US President and his counterpart Xi Jinping. Before the latest flare-up, China's companies had capitalized of the commercial ceasefire with the United States to export products to the American market, resulting in China's exports rising by eight point four percent in September. Industry Results The overall worth of imports to the country was also higher, while China's industrial output expanded by six point five percent last thirty-day period from a previous year. Producers in additive manufacturing, robotics and electric vehicles were among its strongest performers, while the service sector, which includes technology services, advisory firms, and transport and logistics, also showed expansion. The Asian economy continues to demonstrate remarkable durability despite growing global trade pressures and internal economic adjustments.