The State Council issued detailed measures on Nov 6 aimed at supporting imports.

The State Council said in a statement that the government will encourage the import of high-tech equipment, key components and consumer goods.

China will also stabilize imports of resource products while encouraging companies to quicken their outbound direct investment.

China’s imports jumped 7 percent in September from a year ago, though analysts warned the unexpectedly buoyant numbers could be due to one-off factors.