China, April 10 -- Economic growth in the People's Republic of China (PRC) is projected to moderate to 4.6% in 2026 and 4.5% in 2027, while inflation is expected to edge up amid higher global energy prices and external uncertainty, according to the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) April 2026, released today by the Asian Development Bank (ADB).The PRC economy expanded by 5.0% in 2025, supported by strong exports and resilient industrial activity. However, subdued household consumption and a prolonged downturn in the property sector are expected to weigh on growth. Exports and government investment in strategic and high-tech sectors are projected to remain key near-term growth drivers, partly offsetting weak domestic consumption and uncertaint...