As US supply chains decouple from China, Mexico’s manufacturing sector is emerging as a winner. Manufacturing in Mexico is attractive for companies that experienced pandemic-era supply chain snarls or want to decrease reliance on trade…
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New Eight-Person US Group Helps Fight China Economic ‘Coercion’
When South Korea decided to host a US anti-ballistic missile system, the lucrative flow of tourists from neighboring China suddenly dried up. When Australia accused Beijing of meddling in its domestic politics and demanded answers…
American EV Buyers’ Awareness Of Chinese Brands Should Worry Detroit
You can’t even buy a Chinese -brand car in America right now, but already the threat posed by Asian automakers is causing a headache for U.S. firms. And American buyers’ awareness of China’s EVs …
VAT on imports sent via post starts in May
The Customs Department is scheduled to commence the collection of value-added tax (VAT) for imported goods sent through postal services, regardless of the value of the goods, starting in May.
Overcapacity or ‘over anxiety’? China hits back at Western claims of dumping
Chinese authorities have taken aim at claims that it is exporting its excess industrial capacity, calling it the result of Western “over anxiety” and an excuse for trade protectionism.
Russia Ramps Up Grain Exports, Challenges Australia’s Dominance in China
Russia’s surge in grain exports to China shifts the balance of power, challenging Australia’s hold on the market.
‘Watershed Moment,’ Says Tesla Analyst As Elon Musk Makes Surprise China Visit To Reportedly Discuss FSD Rollout And Data Transfer Overseas
Tesla’s Elon Musk landed in China and met with key officials, including the second-in-command, Premier Li Qiang.
China lifts ban on pomelo imports after KMT visit
China initially imposed a ban on imports of pomeloes, largehead hairtail and frozen mackerel from Taiwan following a visit to Taipei by then-US House of Representatives speaker Nancy Pelosi in August …
Oil Going Down While China’s Energy Mix And Emissions Doing A Backflip
The goal of energy independence has been a key for China. DNV find that the country will still be importing significant oil and gas by 2050. Nuclear power is predicted to double by 2050, but…
China expert talks dark side of Chinese auto industry: Spying, slave labor, killing the U.S. car market
China expert Gordon Chang is lifting the veil on the dark side of the Chinese electric vehicle industry, claiming that it threatens to choke out the U.S automotive industry, will bring with it a whole…
Chinese Whispers! Tesla’s Elon Musk heads to Beijing – Details
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, embarked on an unexpected journey to Beijing to engage with Chinese officials regarding the deployment of Full-Self Driving (FSD) software in China. His aim is to secure …
India’s imports from China growing 2.3 times faster than from rest of world: Report
During April-January 2023-24, the electronics, telecom and electrical products sectors had the highest import value at $67.8 billion, with China contributing $26.1 billion …
Tesla CEO Elon Musk in China for talks
Musk has extensive business interests in China and his most recent visit was in June last year. Tesla did not respond to AFP’s requests for confirmation of Musk’s visit, or share his itinerary for the…
