China's foreign exchange market has been operating in a steady and orderly manner since the start of this year, according to the State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE) on Tuesday.
According to the latest statistics from SAFE, in January, 2025, in dollar terms, forex purchases by banks reached 181.5 billion U.S. dollars, while sales stood at 226.8 billion U.S. dollars.
According to the data on foreign-related receipts and payments of banks handling on behalf of customers, in dollar terms, the foreign-related income reached 608.4 billion U.S. dollars, and the overseas payment was 635 billion U.S. dollars.
Official from SAFE said that, since the beginning of 2025, China's foreign exchange market has remained stable and orderly, and has the basis and conditions for continued smooth operation in the future.
The implementation of the more active macro-policies is set to further consolidate the sound economic momentum and shore up the country's foreign exchange market.
In addition, with abundant counter-cyclical adjustment tools, China's forex market has the ability to maintain the basic stability of the yuan exchange rate at a reasonable and balanced level, and ensure the smooth operation of the forex market, according to SAFE.
China's forex market stable since start of 2025: official data
China's forex market stable since start of 2025: official data
China's forex market stable since start of 2025: official data
China has delivered a significant batch of emergency humanitarian aid to Iran, consisting of 58 tonnes of urgently needed medical supplies, as Iran grapples with the consequences of the recent conflict with the United States and Israel.
The aid was formally handed over on Wednesday during a signing ceremony in Tehran between the Chinese Embassy in Iran and the Iranian Red Crescent Society. Chinese Ambassador to Iran Cong Peiwu and President of the Iranian Red Crescent Society Pir Hossein Kolivand attended the event.
Cong said that China has always been concerned about the Iranian people and will continue to work with the international community to promote the early restoration of peace and stability in the Middle East.
"This aid package, totaling 58 tonnes, consists entirely of medicines. The recent war launched by the United States and Israel has caused a major humanitarian disaster for Iran, and medicine is in urgent need. Through this assistance, we hope to demonstrate the deep friendship of the Chinese people toward the Iranian people and help them overcome these hardships as soon as possible," said Cong.
Kolivand expressed sincere gratitude to China for extending a helping hand during difficult times and for providing valuable support to Iran on various occasions.
"In addition to China's support for the Iranian government, China's humanitarian aid has also been delivered to Iran. This assistance reflects China's care and compassion for our country and people. We extend our heartfelt gratitude, with special appreciation for the delivery of nearly 60 tonnes of medicine from China," he said.
China provides emergency humanitarian aid to Iran
