China Products Ready to Re-enter the Indian Market
After a four-year hiatus, India has approved Chinese exports to re-enter the Indian market. The government is working diligently to process pending applications from local companies that want to import electronics components, footwear, everyday household items, steel products, raw materials, and other finished goods. These imports need certification of the
Pfizer CEO Seeks Stronger U.S.-China Biopharma Links
Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla highlighted the significant role of China in the global pharmaceutical industry during a speech at the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations Gala in New York. He emphasised that China’s rapid development in biopharma has transformed the global competitive landscape by achieving remarkable speed, lower costs, and
Australia Concerned Over China’s BHP Ore Purchase Pause
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed concern over a report that China’s state-owned iron ore buyer paused purchases from BHP. Bloomberg cited sources indicating that China Mineral Resources Group (CMRG) advised steelmakers and traders to halt buying BHP’s iron ore during price negotiations. Albanese emphasised the importance of proper market
China Targets U.S. Chip Policies Before Trade Negotiations
China’s Ministry of Commerce has launched an anti-discrimination investigation into U.S. trade policies regarding semiconductor chips, alongside a separate probe into suspected dumping of certain U.S. analog chips used in devices like hearing aids, Wi-Fi routers, and temperature sensors. These actions come just a day before new trade talks between
China’s Xi Shows Strength at Beijing Parade with Putin and Kim
Chinese President Xi Jinping warned of a stark choice between peace and war during a grand military parade in Beijing, attended by Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un. The event marked 80 years since Japan’s WWII defeat and was largely shunned by Western leaders, highlighting China’s
Modi’s China Visit Signals Improving Ties; Will the Friendliness Last?
When Foxconn recalled hundreds of Chinese engineers from a factory in India last month, reportedly under Beijing’s instructions to limit technology transfer, it underscored the tense relationship between China and India. Both nations are facing tariffs from the United States, which could influence them to consider cooperation despite their rivalry.
China’s Xi to Host Putin and Modi in SCO Summit
China’s President Xi Jinping will host over 20 world leaders at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin from August 31 to September 1, showcasing solidarity among the Global South amid escalating geopolitical tensions. Key invitees include Russian President Vladimir Putin, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking his first
China’s Mega Dam Raises Concerns about Water Conflict with India
India fears the Chinese mega-dam in Tibet could reduce water flows on a major river by up to 85% during the dry season, according to sources and a government analysis seen by Reuters. This has prompted India to fast-track its own dam projects to mitigate potential effects. Since the early
Lessons from Evergrande, Country Garden
The property industry in China, which once led to a fast urbanisation of the country, is in its worst crisis in decades. With the large companies such as Evergrande and Country Garden having too much debt to handle, the impact has been observed in the financial markets, the supply
China Develops Robot That Could Carry a Baby
Researchers in China have introduced a pioneering gestation robot capable of mimicking a complete human pregnancy. Blending advanced robotics, AI, and reproductive science, the innovation marks a significant stride in FemTech and the evolving landscape of biotech. Led by Dr. Zhang Qifeng, a PhD graduate of Nanyang Technological University, the
