The Export-Import Bank of China issued a total of 28.54 billion yuan of special re-lending loans in the first quarter to support the development of small and micro foreign trade enterprises.

According to the China Development Bank, in the first quarter of this year, the bank issued special re-loans for stabilizing foreign trade amounting to 28.54 billion yuan, supporting over 6,500 small and micro foreign trade enterprises. The weighted average interest rate for borrowers is lower than the national average interest rate for new inclusive small and micro loans during the same period, effectively helping the relevant enterprises alleviate financial pressure, stabilize orders, expand markets, and maintain stable employment.