Open global trade remains the way ahead

Senior official calls on nations to 'inject new strength into the world economy'

China has called for an open global business environment and reiterated its commitment to further encourage outbound investment from capable domestic companies in accordance with international market principles and practices, a senior commerce official said on Tuesday.

Qian Keming, vice-minister of commerce, said the rise of protectionism in some countries has not only caused tightened security reviews of foreign investment, but also had an impact on Chinese businesses operating overseas.