China has set an ambitious growth target of “around 5%” — a goal seen harder to achieve given the prospects of an escalating trade war and weak domestic consumption …
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China’s March exports jump on pre-tariff rush, but trade war dims outlook
China’s export growth beat expectations in March after factories rushed out shipments before the latest U.S. tariffs took effect, as an escalating Sino-U.S. trade war threatens to sharply restrain growth in the world’s second-largest economy.
China’s Xi says there are ‘no winners’ in a tariff war as he visits Southeast Asia
China’s leader Xi Jinping started a week of diplomacy in Southeast Asia with a visit to Vietnam on Monday, signaling China’ s commitment to global trade, just after U.S. President Donald Trump upended the global…
China’s Q1 GDP growth set to slow to 5.1%, as Trump 2.0 raises heat on policymakers
China’s economy likely slowed down in the first quarter while 2025 growth is expected to lag last year’s pace, a Reuters poll showed, ramping up pressure for more stimulus as surging U.S. tariffs …
Australian businesses manufacturing in China caught by steepest US tariffs
From toy brands to fashion labels, some Australian firms are facing tariffs above the 10 per cent “baseline”. Company owners say they’re not getting enough support, as they navigate soaring tariffs to send Chinese-made goods…
China’s Xi to meet Vietnam leaders, kick off Southeast Asia tour amid US tariffs
President Xi Jinping will meet Vietnam’s leaders in Hanoi on Monday as he begins a three-nation trip to Southeast Asia, aiming to cement ties with some of China’s closest neighbours amid mounting …
US announces tariff exemptions for phones, computers, and more goods from China
The Trump administration has announced exemptions from tariffs for 20 categories of products, including phones and other electronics
Monday Briefing: China Pauses Crucial Exports
China has suspended exports of certain rare earth minerals and magnets that are crucial for the world’s car, semiconductor and aerospace industries. The move is in retaliation after President Trump’s sharp increase in tariffs.
Biden’s administration may have suppressed COVID evidence contradicting Chinese claims
The Biden administration has been accused of withholding information about a military report that suggests U.S. military personnel contracted COVID-19 after participating in the World Military …
China tells Trump to ‘correct mistakes’ and drop tariffs
The Chinese government has called on U.S. President Donald Trump to fully abolish the steep tariffs imposed on Chinese goods, labeling recent exemptions as a “small step” and urging the U.S. to …
Julong: A By-The-Numbers Look Ahead Of Its IPO
Julong, a Chinese smart systems company, is going public soon, with a focus on government contracts and cloud-based solutions for utilities and …
Trump tariffs on China will actually be 145% — not 125% for some imports, White House clarifies
Trump may have hit the brakes on reciprocal tariffs levied against many of the US’ top trading partners, but the duties imposed on China will reach a staggering 145% on certain goods.
Made in America: Iconic brands rely on global production
The “Made in America” label, once a sought-after distinction for shoppers, is becoming increasingly elusive as many iconic brands rely on global prod …
