Ex-Diplomat Warns US Tariffs Undermine Free Trade
Former S. African diplomat Gert Grobler warns US tariffs could backfire, raise costs, and threaten free trade principles.
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Apple’s Global Supply Chain Faces $33B Hit from New U.S. Tariffs
Apple’s global supply chain spanning 50+ countries faces an estimated $33B in annual costs due to new U.S. tariffs hitting Japan, South Korea and China’s Taiwan region.
Cross-Border Tariffs Push E-Commerce Costs Higher for Global Shoppers
As US levies near-universal import tariffs on goods from the Chinese mainland, cross-border e-commerce platforms pass the 145% surcharge onto consumers worldwide.
Service Trade on the Chinese Mainland Jumps 8.7% to 1.97T Yuan in Q1
In Q1, the Chinese mainland service trade hit 1.97 trillion yuan, up 8.7%, led by a 21.8% surge in travel services and steady growth in knowledge-intensive sectors.
CNN Poll: 59% of Americans Say Trump’s Policies Worsen Economy
CNN poll: 59% of Americans say President Trump’s policies have worsened the economy, with rising living costs and low optimism on the financial outlook.
Private Sector to Power Green Energy Shift in the Chinese mainland
The Chinese mainland’s NEA unveiled measures to accelerate private enterprise investment in energy infrastructure and boost the green, low‑carbon transition.
Slow Trains, Fresh Harvests: China’s No. 7272 Links Farms to Tables
Inside China’s slow No. 7272 train: how a humble service in southern China boosts rural economies by connecting farms to urban tables.
China Urges Prudence in CK Hutchison Ports Deal, Flags Regulatory Review
China’s foreign ministry urges prudence in CK Hutchison’s ports sale, highlighting full communication with Chinese authorities and a mandated review by the State Administration for Market Regulation.
US Economy Feels the Pinch as Tariffs Bite
New Apollo Global Management research warns U.S. tariffs on goods from the Chinese mainland are weighing on the economy, with rising costs, slowing trade and higher recession risk.
The Chinese mainland advances policy toolbox to boost jobs and growth
NDRC deputy head highlights a stronger policy toolbox to stabilize jobs and drive high-quality growth in the Chinese mainland.