Donald Trump’s China visit is not only about tariffs, rare earths, Boeing orders, Taiwan, or energy security. It also points to a deeper shift in how the United States and China may manage trade in a more digital, regulated, and politically sensitive world.
A Shanghai court awarded US$101,000 compensation after an unjust dismissal tied to a spouse working at a rival firm, boosting worker protections in China.
China maritime rescue is expanding in range and depth, with new ships, submersible support, and joint drills shaping maritime safety and response planning.
Rising tensions in the Middle East have sparked fresh concerns about the security of key global shipping routes after an Iranian adviser warned that any escalation in the Strait of Hormuz could trigger wider disruption across other critical maritime corridors. Ali Akbar Velayati
A United States federal court has revoked the citizenship of a naturalised couple originally from China following their conviction for stealing sensitive medical trade secrets and sharing them for unauthorized use. The ruling marks a significant legal development in cases involving intellectual property
Japan and France are advancing plans to build alternative rare earth supply chains, signaling a coordinated effort among major economies to reduce dependence on China for critical minerals essential to modern technologies. The initiative is expected to include a joint roadmap focused on
Rising fertiliser prices triggered by disruptions in the Middle East are creating new geopolitical dynamics, with China emerging as a potential stabilising force in global agricultural supply chains. The conflict involving Iran has significantly affected exports from the Persian Gulf, a key source
China has welcomed a delegation of European Union lawmakers for the first time in eight years, framing the visit as an opportunity to stabilise relations that have been strained by trade tensions, regulatory disputes and broader geopolitical differences. The delegation, focused on market
China’s latest five year development plan is sending a clear signal to global markets that Beijing intends to strengthen control over critical supply chains, accelerate high technology investment and maintain its export driven economic model despite rising geopolitical tensions. The plan reinforces China’s
Huawei Technologies reported a sharp slowdown in annual revenue growth for 2025, highlighting shifting dynamics across its core business segments as the company continues to navigate global restrictions and intensifying domestic competition. Total revenue reached 880.9 billion yuan, marking a 2.2 percent increase
