Imports to China from Africa rose 18.5% to $109.14 billion in the first nine months of 2026, with zero tariffs on any product from 53 African countries in effect since May.

Imports to China from Africa rose 18.5% to $109.14 billion in the first nine months of 2026, with zero tariffs on any product from 53 African countries in effect since May.

African countries do not have to lower their tariffs on Chinese goods in return.