SHANGHAI -- China's economy grew by 4.5% in the first quarter as consumption got a boost after Beijing abandoned years of COVID-19 curbs.
Economy
China GDP picks up pace with 4.5% expansion in Q1
Upbeat data comes after Beijing abandoned zero-COVID policy late last year
Containers at a port in Shanghai. China's exports unexpectedly surged in March, but analysts have cast doubt on a sustained recovery. © Reuters
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