Mark Carney, who is running to win a full term as prime minister, has years of experience dealing with Chinese businesses and leadership. It’s become fodder for his opponents.
Monthly Archives For April 2025
China exempts some US-made goods from steep tariff
A report on Sunday detailed the move from Chinese officials to exempt U.S.-made semiconductors and chipmaking equipment from its steep 125% tariff.
Coronavirus Hits Companies in China, But They Still Have Reason to Stay
While that’s pushed some businesses to consider loosening their ties with China, WSJ explains why leaving the “factory of the world” is easier said than done. Photo: China Daily via Reuters …
China Pursues AI Independence by Leveraging National Resources
At the forefront of this technological revolution is China, a nation determined to achieve AI independence. By harnessing its vast national resources and strategic advantages, China is positioning …
China widens tax rebates for foreign tourists to boost spending
The government will expand the list of eligible tax-refund stores to make it easier to claim the rebate. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Foreign companies in China face double hit from trade war
Wholly or partly foreign-owned companies in the country accounted for $980bn of China’s exports last year, or more than one-quarter, and $820bn of imports, or more than a third, data from China’s General Administration of…
China considering exempting some US products from tariffs: Reports
China is considering exempting certain imports from the U.S. from the 125 percent tariffs it imposed earlier this month, as retaliatory measures between the world’s two largest economies continue,
China exempts key U.S. imports from retaliatory tariffs to address supply chain gaps
China has exempted certain U.S. imports, including semiconductors and aviation parts, from recent tariff hikes, addressing supply chain vulnerabilities. The move highlights China’s reliance on U.S. goods in key industries.
Chinese Manufacturers Are Scouring the World for New Buyers
Chinese textile companies are flocking to countries such as Indonesia in search of new markets to replace the U.S.
Trump asserts trade talks with China are underway after Beijing denies any ongoing negotiations
The statement followed China’s denial of any talks with the U.S. and calls for abolishing ‘unilateral’ tariff measures for resolving trade issues.
China’s Q1 industrial profits return to growth amid tariff woes
China’s industrial profits returned to growth in the first quarter, official data showed on Sunday, but are likely to come under further pressure amid a trade war with the United States.
Donald Trump Tariffs News Live Updates: China hits out at ‘extreme selfishness’ of tariffs
Developing countries should fast-track US trade deals: World Bank president
What a plunge in shipping traffic from China says about tariffs, stocks and the economy
Fears of pandemic-era shortages at American stores have made a big comeback as shipping-container traffic between China and the U.S. plunged in the wake of President Trump’s tariffs.