Tariffs Slow Growth, But Renewables Show Resilience, Says IRENA
IRENA warns that higher tariffs drag down growth but renewables remain more resilient, keeping the energy transition on course.
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Protectionism Will Ultimately Backfire, Experts Warn
Protectionism will ultimately backfire: US’s aggressive tariffs violate multilateral trade rules and deliver a systemic blow to global supply chains, experts warn.
Chinese mainland condemns US global ban on advanced computing chips
The Chinese Ministry of Commerce blasted U.S. guidelines seeking a global ban on Chinese advanced computing chips, calling the move a case of unilateral protectionism.
Hong Kong IPO Rebounds with CATL’s Record $4.6B Debut
Hong Kong’s IPO market roars back with CATL’s $4.6B listing, fueling a sixfold surge in fundraising and cementing tech-finance synergy on the global stage.
China’s Private Economy Enters New Era with Landmark Law
China’s Private Economy Promotion Law, effective this week, codifies equality and fair competition, unlocking growth for over 57 million firms and reshaping the entrepreneurial landscape.
Beyond Scenery: Guilin’s Trade Resilience Hits 11.39B Yuan
Guilin’s 2024 foreign trade jumped 11.5% to 11.39B yuan, led by exports up 13.9%. From Lipu’s hanger lines to Yongfu’s monk fruit boom, the city’s economy runs deeper than its scenery.
Meet China Ep.35: New Farmers Revolutionizing Rural Agriculture
Meet China Ep.35 spotlights four innovative New Farmers in the Chinese mainland, from smart agri to organic and community ventures reshaping rural life.
New Meet China Trailer Blends Ancient Heritage and Modern Innovation
The Meet China trailer blends ancient heritage with modern innovation, showcasing a nation that honors its past while pioneering breakthroughs.
Liuyang’s Fireworks, Smart Farms, and China-Brazil Football Friendship
Discover how Liuyang’s fireworks industry sparks innovation, Ningxia’s 330-acre unmanned farm seeds a sustainable future, and a 17,000 km football exchange unites China and Brazil.
Meet China Ep. 30: From Ice Hockey to Su Dongpo’s Legacy
Explore China’s winter sports boom from Qiqihar’s ice hockey scene to Shenzhen’s mega indoor ski resorts, plus Shanghai’s immersive art show and Su Dongpo’s resilient legacy.