Chinese non-financial investment in Japan declined 9.1 percent year-on-year in the first half of this year, Shen Danyang, spokesman for the Ministry of Commerce, told a news briefing on Wednesday.
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In contrast, Japanese spending in China's non-financial sectors rose 14.37 percent year-on-year to $4.69 billion in the same period, according to the ministry.
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China kept improving its investment environment while transnational companies are optimistic about China's economic outlook, Shen said.
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But Japan's economic performance and its investment environment disappointed Chinese investors who are swarming for overseas investment.
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Chinese investors complained about barriers in developed economies, including Japan, while Chinese policies are welcome foreign investments, Shen said.Â