Just a day after China’s central bank reiterated that it was sticking to its policy of limited stimulus measures, policy makers surprised observers Wednesday by announcing a packet of 1 trillion yuan …
Monthly Archives For August 2022
U.S. senator arrives in Taiwan, defying angry Beijing
A U.S. lawmaker on the Senate Commerce and Armed Services committees arrived in Taiwan on Thursday on the third visit by a U.S. dignitary this month, defying pressure from Beijing to halt the trips.
US tariffs on China goods are yesterday’s problem for exporters – it made some even stronger – but now they face a bigger threat
As Biden maintains Trump-era tariffs on Chinese goods, industry experts say the punitive taxes don’t matter like before, calling them ‘entirely political, not economic’ But a broader drop in demand …
FirstFT: US and China near deal over audit inspections
Plus, shelling disconnects nuclear plant from Ukraine’s grid and China unveils $44bn in aid to bolster battered economy …
China Imports More Russian Oil Despite Risks
China’s imports of Russian seaborne crude are rising, but their trajectory going forward remains a mystery as the West tightens sanctions on Moscow.
Apple’s iPhone makes for 50% of China’s high-end smartphone market
Strong iPhone 13 sales helped Apple take up 46 per cent of China’s market for smartphones that cost more than $400 …
MIT professor wrongfully accused of spying for China helps make a major discovery
Gang Chen, who was cleared after a lengthy DOJ investigation, said he is stepping away from federally funded research because of anxieties around being racially profiled.
China’s real-estate economic slump threatens Xi’s aspirations for third term in power
In an attempt to revive the economy hurt by real estate debt problems the Chinese central bank announced a sudden strong interest rate cut which has given a se …
US and China close to deal resolving impasse over audit inspections
The US and China are close to an agreement to allow US regulators access to audits of Chinese companies that are listed on US exchanges, a potential breakthrough in talks that have languished for more…
Spike in China tensions won’t change U.S. Taiwan weapons policy, for now -sources
China’s aggressive military drills around Taiwan in response to U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit put Washington on edge, but not enough to spur an immediate sharp increase in weapons sales to …
Susceptibility of deer mice and California mice to COVID-19
In a new study, researchers assessed the susceptibility of deer mice and California mice to severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection.
Alibaba, JD.com and Other China Stocks Rising on Report of Resolution to SEC Delisting Issue
The Wall Street Journal reported that arrangements are being made that would allow U.S. regulators to inspect audit records for companies listed in New York.
South Korea Braces for Kim’s Reply to Drills As He Grows China, Russia Ties
“The Korean government, in close coordination with the U.S, is watching for any further provocation by North Korea,” the South Korean Foreign Ministry said.
