China's exports to U.S. and ASEAN soar ahead of Trump tariffs

Total outbound shipments surge 10.7% in December; imports log surprise growth

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U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's vow to impose higher tariffs looms over Chinese exports. © Reuters

GRACE LI, Nikkei staff writer

HONG KONG -- China recorded robust growth in exports in December, as businesses continued front-loading orders to brace for higher tariffs expected to be imposed after U.S. President-elect Donald Trump takes office next week.

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