Economy 5/28/2026
China to grant market access to eligible coffee beans from 53 African countries starting July 20
China just uncorked a new frontier for its booming coffee market, announcing that starting July 20, 2026, eligible coffee beans from all 53 African nations with diplomatic ties will gain market access. This move by the General Administration of Customs signals Beijing's dual play: securing diverse commodity sources for its rapidly growing domestic consumption while simultaneously deepening its geopolitical and economic influence across the African continent.
