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Business Brief (June 11): China’s Auto Exports Extend Surge on NEV Boom

Published: Jun. 11, 2026  7:06 p.m.  GMT+8
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Auto exports

China exported 930,000 vehicles in May, a 68.7% year-on-year increase, continuing a rapid growth trend. New-energy vehicle (NEV) exports surged 110% to 446,000 units. In the first five months of the year, auto exports totaled more than 4 million units, with NEVs accounting for more than 45%.

Optoelectronic chips

China’s IT ministry issued a notice calling for efforts to strengthen the research and development of high-end optoelectronic chips and devices. The goal is to establish an integrated framework by 2028 and create more than 30 high-value scenarios.

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  • China auto exports in May rose 68.7% YoY to 930,000 units; NEV exports surged 110% to 446,000 units.
  • China's IT ministry aims to strengthen high-end optoelectronic chip R&D, targeting an integrated framework by 2028 and 30+ high-value scenarios.
  • Hong Kong SFC clarifies licensed institutions can open accounts for mainland investors; mainland residents paid ~13 billion yuan in overseas income back taxes.
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