A leading multinational corporation suspended all travel to China on Thursday following allegations that one of its employees was detained against their will while attempting to leave the country.
Monthly Archives For July 2025
Japan Official Urges China to Expand Foreign Investment Quota
A Japanese government official called on China to expand a program allowing certain mainland investors to put more money abroad, citing “strong enthusiasm” for Japanese stocks.
House passes trio of crypto bills — here’s what it means for the future of digital currency
House lawmakers passed the most significant crypto legislation to date while grappling with a trio of bills aimed at revamping the nascent industry after a revolt from GOP hardliners derailed a …
Xi Jinping is questioning if all of China should chase the same AI and EV dreams
China’s top leadership has recently pledged to curb “involutionary” competition amid intense price wars in the country.
Brazil triples rare earth exports to China as Washington-Beijing rift ripples through trade
In first half of 2025, exports reach US$6.7 million, which analysts view as sign of China’s bid to diversify access to strategic minerals.
Beijing targets diversity to ensure energy security
China’s long-term energy security strategy is robust enough to withstand even extreme scenarios, such as the potential shutdown of the vital Strait of Hormuz, say industry experts and company executives.
China wants to return US trade ties to a state of healthy development
BEIJING (Reuters) -China wants to bring commercial ties with the United States back to a state of healthy and sustainable development, Commerce Minister Wang Wentao said on Friday, calling on the U.S.
How the world’s largest electronics market in Shenzhen is feeling the heat from China’s power bank crackdown
Retailers and consumers have faced upheaval since China banned uncertified power banks from domestic flights on Jun 28, citing fire risks. But experts say the crackdown could spark long-term positives …
China commerce minister says he met Nvidia CEO in Beijing
China’s Commerce Minister Wang Wentao said on Friday he met with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang in Beijing on Thursday.
China’s spy agency attacks foreign efforts to ‘steal’ rare earths
China’s Ministry of State Security on Friday said foreign spy agencies had tried to “steal” rare earths and pledged to crack down on infiltration and espionage targeted at its critical mineral sector.
Upgraded financial supply chain allow both China and Pakistan to play a greater role
The Chief Representative pointed out that the key link is to provide very complete localized financial services and reduce conflicts between traders, which is crucial for both large leading …
‘No longer a pet project’: tiny Beijing stock exchange becomes IPO hub
Looser listing rules and demand for small cap tech drive more IPO applications than for Shanghai and Shenzhen combined …
Vietnam welcomes investment in smart urban development
During a meeting with Fung Wai Ka Thomas, Director of CCC Infrastructure, and Lai Rong Huo, Chairman of Shenzhen Hero Group, Deputy PM Dung welcomed their interest and plans to invest in Vietnam, …
