The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said in its latest report published on Tuesday that China’s economic growth is expected to slow in 2023 and the next two years.
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Asia Pacific heading for ‘soft landing’ with rapid disinflation, resilient growth.
Asia Pacific 2024 growth seen slowing to 4.5%, higher than prev forecast.
Asia Pacific 2023 growth at 5%, stronger than previous forecast.
Near-term risks broadly balanced, growth expected to slow in medium term.
Asia Pacific 2025 growth seen slowing further to 4.3%.
China growth expected to slow; at 5.2% in 2023, 4.6% in 2024, 4.1% in 2025.
Risks to region include China property sector correction, commodity price shocks, trade disruptions due to conflict.
