Visualised: China’s Trillion Dollar Trade Surplus by Country

Here's the detailed breakdown of China’s trillion dollar trade surplus accumulated in the first 11 months of 2025, its highest ever.

5 areas where China earns its highest trade surplus are:

1. Hong Kong: $272 bn

2. European Union (EU): $267 bn

3. USA: $257 bn

4. ASEAN Countries: $245 bn

5. India: $105 bn

On the contrary, countries that export more to China than they import are:

1. Taiwan: $133 bn

2. Australia: $48 bn

3. South Korea: $37 bn

4. Others: $22 bn

5. Russia: $20 bn

As of November 2025, the total exports for China’s 11-month period stand at $3.4 trillion compared to total imports of $2.3 trillion. Therefore, on a net basis China has touched a trillion dollar trade surplus. (as per GACC)

Note: Hong Kong maintains separate trade data it has its own economic and trade policy.