China
China’s Factory Slump Eases, But Services Drag Signals Uneven Recovery
China’s factory slump eased in August, but weak services highlight uneven recovery, prompting calls for stronger domestic policy support.
Category: China
China
China-Africa Ties Shift Toward Trade and Execution
China-Africa ties shift from lending to trade and execution; Africa must leverage demand and infrastructure for industrial growth.
China
China’s Digital Shock Absorber
China's digital economy is vital in supporting growth and jobs amidst housing sector pressures, but faces significant limitations.
Tariffs
Trump’s China Trip Announced as US Supreme Court Strikes Down Tariffs
Trump’s China trip confirmed as US Supreme Court overturns tariffs; Macron praises judicial counterweights, vows France will adapt to new global tariff.
World Business News
Trump Warns UK-China Deals Are “Very Dangerous” as Starmer Meets Xi
Trump warns UK-China ties are “dangerous” as Starmer signs deals in Beijing; China pledges cooperation, Canada also faces Trump’s criticism.
China
Trump jumpy over China-Canada trade talks: To impose 100% tariffs on Canada
President Trump threatened a 100% tariff on Canadian goods if Canada pursues trade with China, leading to tensions and clarifications from Canadian officials.
China
China’s Biotech Sector Emerges as Bright Spot Amid Economic Rebalancing
China’s biotech and specialty pharma sectors are regaining momentum as policy risks ease and global demand drives earnings recovery.
China
Starmer Eyes China Visit to Revive “Golden Era” Ties Amid European Re-engagement Push
UK PM Keir Starmer plans Beijing visit to reboot "golden era" business dialogue with China, signaling warmer bilateral ties.
oil and gas
Global Markets Reshaping With Greenland, Canada-China Thaw, and Commodity Volatility Intensity
Greenland dispute and Canada’s China pivot highlight rising geo-economic risks, driving commodity volatility amid resilient global growth
World Business News
EM Portfolio Flows Rebound Sharply in December 2025: Debt Drives $36.7 Billion Inflow
Emerging markets saw a robust $36.7bn portfolio rebound in December 2025, led by debt inflows, stabilizing after volatile November
Scams
China Warns Cambodia: Disappearances of Chinese Nationals Threaten Bilateral Ties
Chinese embassy urges Cambodia to crack down on scam compounds after citizen disappearances
Electric Vehicles
Chinese EVs Dominate Extreme Cold Winter Test, Tesla Model 3 Still Shines
Chinese EVs dominate Autohome's extreme cold test; Xpeng P7 leads, Tesla Model 3 cracks top five in range retention.
Transport and logistics
While the West is saying ‘War’, China is building train stations with a magic wand
China built massive, complex stations like Chongqing East and Xiong’an in record time (2-3 years) through a combination of unprecedented automation (robots for leveling,…
Business News
2025 Global Economy: Direction Right, Timing Off – IIF Year-End Review
The IIF's 2025 report highlights uneven macroeconomic trends, resilient emerging markets, and the need for agile response strategies moving forward.
Huawei
This is how China’s AI giants outmaneuver U.S. chip ban
Chinese AI firms are circumventing U.S. export controls, stockpiling Nvidia chips while shifting towards domestic alternatives for self-reliance.
Export
Malaysia’s Halal Exports to China Generate RM3.29 Billion Over Five Years
Malaysia’s halal exports to China have risen steadily, driven by government-industry cooperation and stronger participation in major international trade expos.