Russia-China trade turnover down 8.7% over past 11 months

Trade turnover between Russia and China fell by 8.7% in January-November 2025 year-on-year to $203.67 bln, according to figures provided by the General Administration of Customs of China.

Supplies from China to Russia decreased by 11.9% to $91.6 bln, according to data released. Deliveries from Russia to China in the reporting period lost 5.9% to $112.07 bln.

That brings Russia’s positive balance in January-November to $20.47 bln, which is 42.3% higher than in the same period in 2024.

In November, trade between the two countries showed more positive dynamics compared to October, having increased by 4.5% to $20.38 bln. Exports from China to Russia amounted to $9.55 bln last month (an increase of 12.2%). Imports from Russia to China was almost flat at $10.83 bln.

In 2024, trade turnover between Russia and China nearly reached a record level of over $245 bln.