Dongguan's foreign trade is off to a strong start in 2025, with total imports and exports reaching 228.38 billion RMB in the first two months, marking a 21.7% year-on-year increase, according to Huangpu Customs. Exports hit 138.53 billion RMB (+12.6%), while imports surged to 89.85 billion RMB (+39%), signaling robust international demand.  

ASEAN remains Dongguan's largest trading partner, with trade volume jumping 57.4%. The city's trade with Hong Kong, the U.S., the EU, Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea also recorded double-digit growth, collectively accounting for 75% of total trade.  

Private enterprises are the backbone of Dongguan's trade success, contributing 64% of total trade value and posting a 34.2% growth in the first two months.   

Electronics and high-tech products continue to be key export drivers. Exports of smartphones surged 56.3%, while computers (+16.1%), electrical equipment (+15.5%), and home appliances (+12.9%) also saw solid gains. Meanwhile, textile exports increased by 10.2%, reflecting steady demand for Dongguan's diverse manufacturing output.  

Dongguan's strong trade momentum is supported by favorable policies, including RCEP benefits, enhanced customs efficiency, and strengthened intellectual property protection. In the first two months, general trade surged 38.6%, now accounting for more than half of the city's total trade, reflecting a shift toward higher-value exports.  

With continued policy support and rising global demand for its high-quality products, Dongguan's foreign trade is poised for sustained growth in 2025.