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China Revives Free-Trade Zone Bond Market After 2023 Crackdown

Wednesday, August 12, 2026


Shanghai's free-trade zone bond market resumed activity after a period of inactivity that began in late 2023 when Chinese authorities restricted borrowing by local governments. The bond market had largely ceased operations during the crackdown period. Trading resumed following the restrictions on local government debt accumulation.

Original reporting: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-12/china-revives-free-trade-zone-bond-market-after-2023-crackdown

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