EU’s ‘Nuclear Option’: Anti-Coercion Instrument vs Trump’s Tariff Threat
The EU’s Anti-Coercion Instrument, a ‘nuclear option’, could unleash tariffs, quotas and public tender rules to counter President Trump’s threatened 30% tariffs.
2025
Typhoon Wipha unleashes floods and landslides in the Chinese mainland
Heavy rains from Typhoon Wipha have caused severe flooding in Fujian and urban hazards in Guangxi, with landslides halting repair efforts in Xiapu County.
Air India Completes Fuel Control Switch Inspections, Finds No Faults
Air India has completed DGCA-mandated fuel control switch checks on its Boeing 787 and 737 fleet, meeting deadlines and reporting no faults.
Chinese mainland logs $127.3B cross-border capital inflows in H1 2025
The Chinese mainland’s non-banking sectors recorded $127.3B in net cross-border capital inflows in H1 2025, extending a trend that began in late 2024, according to SAFE data.
Seeds of Change: China’s Agri-Tech Driving Global Growth
China’s agri-tech—from drones to hybrid rice—is boosting food security, rural reform, and green growth at home and abroad.
China Calls for US Dialogue to Strengthen Trade Ties
China urges the US to deepen dialogue, reduce tariff misunderstandings, and strengthen sustainable economic cooperation, reaffirming consensus from leaders’ phone talks.
China, EU Celebrate 50 Years of Dynamic Trade Partnership
Marking 50 years of diplomacy, China and the EU have seen trade soar from $2.4B to $780B, investment hit $260B, and freight trains reshape transcontinental links.
SCIO Press Conference: Hainan Free Trade Port Live
Live coverage of the SCIO press conference on Hainan Free Trade Port development. Get key insights on policies shaping business, travel, and sustainability on the tropical island.
China’s STAR Market Celebrates Six Years: 589 Listings & ÂĄ925.7B Raised
China’s STAR Market marks six years with 589 tech IPOs and 925.7B yuan raised, setting a new standard for high-tech investment.
Global Investors Eye Growing RMB Assets
Foreign holdings of RMB assets are set to grow, says the Chinese mainlands State Administration of Foreign Exchange. What this means for global investors and markets.