US Trade Commission to Study Impact of Revoking China’s Permanent Trade Status

The United States International Trade Commission has launched a formal investigation into the potential economic impact of revoking China’s Permanent Normal Trade Relations status, a move that could significantly raise tariffs on Chinese imports and reshape bilateral trade flows. The probe was mandated

Flex Challenges Indian Tax Tribunal Ruling in Xiaomi Royalty Dispute

Contract manufacturer Flex has moved India’s Supreme Court to overturn a tax tribunal ruling linked to a royalty dispute involving Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi, according to recent court filings. The case is emerging as a closely watched test of India’s legal and regulatory

Mercedes Stresses Strategic Value of Personal Ties as Germany Deepens China Economic Dialogue

As Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz travels to China accompanied by senior business leaders, Mercedes Benz has underlined the importance of maintaining strong personal relationships to safeguard long term economic cooperation between Europe and Beijing. The German automaker emphasized that direct dialogue and face

German car exports to China slump by one third in 2025 as competition intensifies

German car exports to China fell sharply in 2025, declining by roughly one third compared with the previous year, according to new data released by the German Economic Institute. The drop extends a multi year slide that has cut shipments by more than

China’s New Energy Strategy Focuses on Security, Stability and Climate Goals

China is preparing a revised national energy strategy designed to shield its economy from external shocks while accelerating progress toward long term climate commitments. As Beijing moves deeper into its current five year development cycle, energy security has been elevated to a central

US accuses China of rapid nuclear arsenal expansion amid calls for new arms pact

The United States has accused China of significantly expanding its nuclear weapons arsenal, renewing calls for Beijing to participate in future multilateral arms control negotiations following the expiration of the New Start treaty earlier this month. Speaking at the United Nations Conference on

BMW CEO Says German Carmakers Must Work With China to Stay Competitive

German carmakers cannot afford to distance themselves from China if they want to remain globally competitive, BMW chief executive Oliver Zipse said as he prepared to join Chancellor Friedrich Merz on an official visit to Beijing. His remarks highlight how central China remains

Kremlin Rejects Claims of Secret Nuclear Tests by Russia and China

The Kremlin has dismissed allegations that Russia or China conducted secret nuclear tests, responding to recent accusations from the United States regarding a suspected underground event in 2020. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters in Moscow that neither the Russian Federation nor China

US Discloses Additional Data on Alleged 2020 Nuclear Event in China

A senior United States official has presented new information regarding an alleged underground nuclear test conducted by China in June 2020, reviving debate over compliance with global test ban commitments and raising fresh questions about seismic monitoring data. Assistant Secretary of State Christopher

Rare Earth Prices Climb Above US Support Floor as Magnet Demand Tightens Supply

Prices of key rare earth materials used in high performance magnets have surged above a price floor established by the United States last year, reflecting renewed strength in demand and continued supply constraints in the global market. Neodymium and praseodymium, commonly referred to