In 2013, China became the world’s biggest merchandise trader, with imports and exports totaling $4.16 trillion. In carrying out its trade, it amassed trade surplus valued at $259 billion, 2.8 per cent of its GDP.
The United States fell to the position of second-biggest merchandise trader in the w
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