China’s 15th Five-Year Plan – Implications for Swedish companies

China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) will be released when the People’s Congress comes to an end on March 11. This policy blueprint will set the economic and industrial direction for the world’s second-largest economy over the next five years. For Swedish industry, understanding its priorities is not optional – it is a strategic must, whether your company is already active in China or assessing its future role in your global strategy.

Business Sweden are now launching a dedicated series to deep dive into China and the soon to be released Five-Year Plan and we are therefor happy to invite you to a presentation with Per Portén, Trade Commissioner to China, Business Sweden, to learn more about the series and the implications of the Five-Year-Plan for Swedish companies.

Consider China’s importance for Sweden:

• Sweden’s largest export market in Asia, with 65,5 billion SEK in exports (2025).

• Over 10,000 Swedish companies trade with China; 600+ have operations there.

• 30% of the worlds industrial output and a growing hub for advanced manufacturing, green transition, and innovation.

The series will decode the Chinese market through the lens of the Five-Year Plan, examining its importance, past achievements, and new strategic directions. We will also explore key sectors and technologies, analyzing the direct impact on Swedish business in and outside of China.

Per Portén, Trade Commissioner to China, Business Sweden. The mission of Business Sweden is to help Swedish companies grow their business in China and Chinese companies to invest and expand in Sweden. In addition to working in China since 2003, Per has managed several larger projects across Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. Between 2016-2018 he was the Commercial and Cultural attaché of the Swedish Embassy in Lima.

Where? Näringslivets Hus, Storgatan 19, Stockholm.
When? Friday, March 20, 2026, at 15:00 – 16:30 CET.
Cost: SCTC Members Free of Charge. Non-Members SEK350 plus VAT. Please take note that no-shows will be charged SEK350 plus VAT.

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