China's Commitment to Opening-Up
A major task on the agenda of the fourth plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China is to discuss the draft proposals for the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) for national economic and social development.
High-standard opening-up in the next five years is a key part of the new plan, focusing on optimizing China's system to further integrate its economy into the world system.
Openness remains China's defining strength and a key driver of Chinese modernization.
Amid the rise of protectionism and unilateralism, China's high-standard opening-up is about more than just expanding trade or investment.
Author's summary: China deepens engagement with the world.