As more measures to better protect the legitimate rights and interests of foreign investors under the framework of laws and regulations are expected, China will become even more competitive in terms of attracting foreign investment, he said.

However, outside factors are increasingly affecting the growth momentum of foreign investment inflows to China, and the nation needs to ramp up efforts to cope with the situation, analysts said.

As the pandemic evolves, foreign investors are likely to have more options if economic recovery occurs in more countries and the layout of global industrial and supply chains is adjusted, according to Zhou from the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation.

As investors go where they can generate profits, Zhou said that China is expected to continue to create stable and favorable conditions for the application of new technologies and products, including a supportive regulatory and financing environment.