Chinese mainland Rolls Out Third Bond Round to Boost Consumption
The Chinese mainland allocates a third batch of 69 billion yuan in ultra-long special treasury bonds to boost consumer trade-ins, bringing this year’s total to 300 billion yuan.
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Reciprocal Tariffs Spark Global Shift Away From US Trade Order
US reciprocal tariffs on steel, aluminum and beyond are disrupting the Bretton Woods-era order, spurring protectionism, boycotts and WTO lawsuits as nations seek new trade alliances.
China and US Advance Stable Economic and Trade Ties
In Stockholm talks, China and the US agreed to extend tariff pauses and deepen cooperation, aiming for a stable, win-win economic and trade relationship.
US Stocks Slip as Tariff Deadline Looms
US stocks closed lower as President Trump’s tariff deadline nears, with the Dow down 330 points and S&P and Nasdaq slipping ahead of new trade agreements.
Eurozone Growth Falters at 0.1% as U.S. Tariffs Bite
Eurozone Q2 growth slowed to 0.1% as U.S. tariffs sting, with Germany and Italy contracting while Spain shows resilience amid trade tensions.
Trump Strikes 15% South Korea Deal, Hikes Tariffs on India & Brazil
President Trump seals a 15% trade deal with South Korea while imposing 25% tariffs on India and 50% on Brazil, plus 50% copper duties and ending low-value import exemptions.
Chinese Mainland PMI: Manufacturing Dips as Composite Growth Holds
The Chinese mainland’s July PMI data shows manufacturing at 49.3, non-manufacturing at 50.1 and composite PMI at 50.2, highlighting resilient growth and nuanced trends.
US Stocks End Mixed as Fed Holds Rates Steady
Stocks closed mixed as the Fed paused on rate cuts: Dow fell 0.38%, S&P 500 dipped 0.12%, Nasdaq rose 0.15%. Robust Q2 growth and Fed dissent shape the outlook.
World Youth Congress in Beijing: Youth Power for Peace
At the World Youth Congress in Beijing, young leaders unite under Together for Peace. See how digital tools, global development projects and policy ideas are turning idealism into real impact.
Global Poll Sees 81.9% Confidence in China’s Economy
CGTN survey shows global confidence in China’s economy at 81.9% in 2025, driven by young respondents and strong support across Africa, South America and Asia.