In the first half of 2024, China’s total goods imports and exports reached a record 21.17 trillion yuan ($2.91 trillion), reflecting a 6.1% year-on-year increase, according to data from the General Administration of Customs. Exports rose 6.9% to 12.13 trillion yuan, while imports climbed 5.2% to 9.04 trillion yuan. The growth was particularly robust in the second quarter, with a …