PODCAST: China’s Third Plenum signals optimism for Asia’s propylene markets

SINGAPORE (ICIS)–The third plenary session of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) Central Committee recently concluded in July, with the CCP underlining the country’s long-term economic strategy. This session, a significant event in China’s economic planning, serves as a guide for both immediate and long-term policies.

• Market balance healthier than expected on delays in capacity additions
• No specific stimulus policies announced, market participants eye 5% GDP target
• Market sentiment generally supported by Third Plenum

Senior Editor Julia Tan speaks with Senior Analyst Joey Zhou on what China’s Third Plenum could mean for Asia’s propylene markets.