China Signals Caution on Greenland While Questioning US Security Dominance

China moved to distance itself from rising tensions over Greenland while warning Europe against excessive reliance on the United States, as geopolitical uncertainty surrounding the Arctic island continues to unsettle transatlantic relations. Beijing rejected speculation that it seeks to exploit the situation or

Burberry Gains Momentum in China as Gen Z Drives Holiday Sales

Burberry delivered stronger than expected holiday quarter performance as demand from younger consumers in China helped stabilise sales and support its ongoing turnaround. The British luxury brand reported solid comparable sales growth, outperforming market expectations at a time when the global luxury sector

UK Approves China’s New London Embassy as Diplomatic Reset Takes Shape

The British government has approved China’s long delayed plan to build a large new embassy complex in London, removing a sensitive diplomatic obstacle that had complicated efforts to stabilise bilateral relations. The decision clears the way for renewed high level engagement at a

China Turns to Services as Goods Consumption Loses Momentum

China is recalibrating its economic strategy as weak demand for goods limits the effectiveness of traditional consumption stimulus, prompting policymakers to place greater emphasis on services as a new growth driver. With households already well supplied with durable goods and confidence still fragile,

US Lawmakers Move to Reassert Control Over AI Chip Exports

US lawmakers are preparing to advance legislation that would give Congress direct authority to review and potentially block exports of advanced artificial intelligence chips, marking a new escalation in Washington’s debate over technology controls and China policy. The proposed measure follows recent decisions

UK Markets Stabilise as Greenland Rhetoric Softens Investor Anxiety

London equities closed marginally higher as investors reassessed geopolitical risks following remarks by US President Donald Trump that eased fears of military escalation tied to Greenland. The FTSE 100 ended slightly in positive territory after an earlier dip, with sentiment improving as markets

Trump Reinforces Demand to Acquire Greenland While Rejecting Force at Davos

US President Donald Trump used his address at the World Economic Forum in Davos to renew a provocative push for the United States to acquire Greenland while making it clear that he would not use military force to do so. Trump said that

China Reports Airspace Incident Near Disputed South China Sea Shoal

China said it deployed naval and air forces to warn off a Philippine government aircraft that it accused of entering airspace over a disputed area in the South China Sea, underscoring persistent tensions in one of the region’s most sensitive maritime corridors. According

US Patent Ruling Strengthens First Solar Position in Global Solar Dispute

A decision by the United States patent authority has reinforced the intellectual property position of First Solar, adding a new layer of complexity to global competition in advanced solar technology. The ruling rejected multiple third party efforts to invalidate First Solar’s patents related

Europe’s EV Shift Revives Overseas Momentum for Chinese Carmakers

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers are regaining confidence in overseas markets as Europe’s commitment to electrification creates more favorable conditions for foreign entrants. With domestic demand showing signs of moderation, companies such as BYD and Leapmotor are increasingly looking abroad to sustain growth and