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flag Global trade surged in early 2025, led by Asia, as regional supply chains strengthened despite shifting export patterns.

flag In the first half of 2025, global trade grew at its fastest pace since 2010, excluding the pandemic rebound, driven by strong performance in the Asia Pacific region. flag Six of the 10 fastest-growing trade lanes originated in Asian economies, with Hong Kong SAR, Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam leading in trade value growth. flag Intra-Asia trade rose to 56% of regional trade, and average trade distances shortened in key hubs like Singapore, China, and Hong Kong, reflecting a strategic shift toward regional supply chains. flag Despite a 15% drop in Chinese exports to the U.S., China boosted exports to ASEAN by 15%, with Vietnam, Thailand, and India gaining share. flag The DHL Global Connectedness Tracker, based on over 20 million data points, shows businesses are adapting to geopolitical and policy challenges rather than retreating, underscoring continued global interconnectedness.

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