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How will China's latest stimulus measures help boost the economy?
Sep 24, 2024
Wang Yi, China’s Foreign Minister, advocates for global peace and solidarity. He discusses China’s recent move to cut banks' reserve ratios to stimulate economic growth, enhancing liquidity and encouraging home purchases. Yi emphasizes China’s role in global diplomacy and the importance of cooperation, particularly highlighted at the China-ASEAN Expo. The conversation touches on the ongoing trade upgrade talks between China and Switzerland amid rising protectionism, and the escalating tensions between Argentina and Venezuela over political conflicts.
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- China's decision to cut banks' reserve requirement ratio and lower mortgage rates aims to boost consumer spending and stabilize the housing market.
- During the UN Summit, China highlighted its role in fostering global solidarity and cooperation to address international challenges amidst geopolitical tensions.
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China's Economic Stimulus Measures
China's recent decision to cut the reserve requirement ratio for banks by 50 basis points aims to inject liquidity into the economy, freeing up approximately 1 trillion yuan for lending. This measure is part of a broader stimulus package that includes lowering mortgage rates on existing home loans, aligning them with newly issued loans. The goal is to relieve financial burdens on households, particularly benefiting up to 50 million households and enhancing consumer spending and investment. By reducing the down payment requirements for second homes nationwide, these policies seek to stabilize and stimulate the housing market amid economic challenges.
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