China is at a crossroads, where regulatory shifts and evolving consumer landscapes are reshaping the investment environment. As China forges a resilient and self-reliant path, business activity is concentrating on advanced tech and critical minerals. Meanwhile, green innovation is gaining momentum, and partnerships across the Global South are deepening. The key now is to interpret China’s evolving priorities and navigate the implications of this transformation. What does a more inward-facing policy stance mean for capital flows? How might China’s development model shape its future engagement with international markets?