China's economy is widely expected to rebound by the end of the first quarter as COVID-related disruptions wane, giving a much-needed boost to the ailing global economy, according to international investment banks and asset managers.

China has seen steady increases in a variety of energy resources in 2022 as the country stepped up efforts to ensure energy security against a volatile global market.

The following is the output of the world's largest energy consumer's fossil fuel as well as clean energy in 2022:

Given its important role in the energy transition, experts believed the global demand for copper will grow in the long term.

Investment and opening-up highlight companies' trust in cooperation and development

China's opening-up measures and concrete contributions to the operation of the global supply chain will create more growth opportunities for Australian mining groups such as Rio Tinto, BHP Group and Fortescue Metals to further tap into soaring demand, said analysts and business leaders.