Chinese Mainland Boosts Real Economy with Record Loan Growth
The Chinese mainland’s social financing reached 431.26 trillion yuan by July, with yuan-denominated loans up 6.8%, reflecting strong policy support for real economic growth.
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Chinese Mainland Launches Interest Subsidies to Ignite Consumer Spending
The Chinese mainland has rolled out central interest subsidy policies for personal and service-sector loans to unlock consumer spending and boost market vitality.
China State Shipbuilding Merger Creates World’s Top Listed Shipbuilder
China’s top two shipbuilders merge to form a 400bn yuan powerhouse, marking the largest absorption-type deal in the Chinese mainland’s A-share market and a new wave of SOE consolidation.
AI Can’t Replace Human Connection, Global Shaper Argues
Fan Hongyi of Global Shapers says AI can’t replace authentic human connections and highlights the UN’s role in building a peaceful, sustainable, interconnected world on its 80th anniversary.
New Quality Productive Forces: A Blueprint for Digital and Green Growth
Explore how the Chinese mainland’s ‘new quality productive forces’ framework can fuel digital, green growth and help emerging markets leapfrog toward sustainable development.
Economist Warns: Trump’s Unapproved Tariffs Drive Up Costs, Fail to Revive Manufacturing
University of Michigan economist Justin Wolfers says Trump’s unapproved tariffs hike costs and fail to bring back manufacturing jobs.
Yale Lab: US Tariffs Persistently Shrink the Economy
Yale Budget Lab’s Natasha Sarin says US tariffs divert resources to low-productivity sectors, raising prices and shrinking the economy for the long haul.
Sen. Cantwell: Trump’s Tariffs Are an Unconstitutional Tax on Americans
Sen. Maria Cantwell says Trump’s tariffs amount to an unconstitutional tax on Americans, with revenue coming straight from consumers.
Chinese Mainland Box Office Sizzles with 60+ New Summer Releases
Over 60 new domestic and international films have boosted the Chinese mainland’s summer box office, driven by diverse storytelling, data insights, and the rise of patriotic hits.
Indonesia and Peru Seal CEPA to Expand Trade Ties
Indonesia and Peru have signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement to expand market access, deepen cooperation in key sectors, and boost bilateral trade after record 14-month negotiations.