China’s countermeasures against US tariffs over fentanyl issue to stay
The US imposed two rounds of tariffs — 10 percent each time — on Chinese goods in February and March, citing fentanyl as the reason. In response, China imposed additional…
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China retains rare earth export controls as bargaining chip amid trade war truce with US
China dominates the world’s rare earth supply chain, mining almost 70 percent of the global output of these critical minerals. More importantly, it processes some 90 percent of…
Malaysia still prime location for supply chain diversification
Tradeview Capital chief investment officer Nixon Wong said the impact on Malaysia’s FDI would depend on the confirmed tariff rates imposed on Putrajaya. Only then companies can…
Chinese exporters pivot to home market amid headwinds
Industry experts said the shift reflects how Chinese manufacturers are reducing their reliance on the US market and it also aligns with China's broader push to boost domestic…
Chinese freight vehicles depart for Vietnam on milestone journey
The convoy carries a range of cargo including electronic components, fresh vegetables, and general merchandise. The vehicles are expected to arrive in Hanoi, the capital of…
Businesses upbeat over China-US tariff respite
Analysts, however, warned that business communities should maintain a measured approach, rather than be overly optimistic, as uncertainties still surround the sustainability of…
China, Latin American and Caribbean states launch new cooperation drive
As the century-defining transformation is accelerating and multiple risks are intertwined, only by working together can countries maintain world peace and stability and promote…
India’s retaliatory import duty on US products may cast shadow over negotiations: think tank
India’s retaliatory import duties could take effect in early June, potentially impacting US exporters and deepening trade frictions.
Securing the relevance of Asia-Pacific cooperative frameworks amid tariff wars
ASEAN and its dialogue partners have been able to describe and lament the risks inherent in the tariff wars but have not been able to put into effect concrete, coordinated steps…
Japanese government fears U.S.-China talks may sideline Japan-U.S. negotiations
According to a senior government official, the United States has stated that the U.S.-China agreement will not set a precedent for other countries.