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April 16, 2026
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China’s economy grows faster than expected despite Iran war

China’s economy grows faster than expected despite Iran war

Gross domestic product (GDP) rose by 5% in the period, compared to a year earlier, according to official data. Economists had expected the figure to come it at around 4.8%. Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..

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China's economy has demonstrated stronger-than-expected growth of 5% in the first quarter, defying global economic disruptions, including the conflict involving Iran.

  • Gross domestic product (GDP) rose by 5%, surpassing economists' expectation of 4.8%.
  • This growth was achieved despite impacts from the conflict, which began on February 28, affecting global energy supplies.
  • Cars and other exports emerged as a "major bright spot," according to Kyle Chan, an analyst from the Brookings Institution, though future impacts remain uncertain.

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