Dutch giant ASML Slams EU after PM Modi’s Interaction
A senior executive from Dutch semiconductor company ASML criticised European Union leaders for being difficult to access for companies like his. Frank Heemskerk, ASML’s EVP of global public affairs, made these remarks after a meeting between ASML’s CEO Christophe Fouquet and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Heemskerk recounted that Modi
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