China’s Economic Trajectory: Unpacking Macro Trends and Structural Reforms

This policy forum will discuss China’s economic outlook as it targets around 5% growth in 2025. It takes place against a backdrop of weak consumer demand, a prolonged property downturn, high local government debt, and demographic headwinds. The country is also confronted by external pressures from trade tensions and rising global protectionism. The forum will also explore the government's readiness to offer additional policy support if needed. It examines structural reforms aimed at promoting more balanced, consumption-led growth and strengthening the financial sector.

Speakers:

• Prof. Alfred Schipke, Director, East Asian Institute, National University of Singapore

• Prof. Huang Yiping, Dean, National School of Development, Peking University

• Dr. Guo Kai, Executive President, CF40 Institute and Non-Resident Senior Fellow, East Asian Institute, National University of Singapore

• Prof. Moritz Schularick, President, Kiel Institute