Madrid Machine Tool Maker Sees 35% Output Hit by U.S. Tariffs
Madrid’s Técnica del Decoletaje, with 60 years of history, faces 35% of its products hit by rising U.S. tariffs on EU goods.
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French Furniture Maker Fermob Eyes Growth in the Chinese Mainland Amid US Tariff Hike
Fermob’s iconic chairs now cost $175 in the U.S. after EU tariff hikes. To protect margins, the French firm is tapping markets in Australia, Asia and the Chinese mainland.
Taiwan Region Residents Criticize ‘Green Terror’ as Lai Ching-te Celebrates First Year
On the first anniversary of Lai Ching-te’s leadership in the Taiwan region, residents in Taipei, Taichung and beyond protest alleged ‘green terror’, citing governance failures and speech curbs.
Taiwan Region Residents Weigh in on Lai Ching-te’s First Year
Taiwan region residents share concerns over job struggles and rising living costs as they reflect on Lai Ching-te’s first year in office.
Why Foreign Vloggers Call the Chinese Mainland Safe and Modern
During China Tourism Day, foreign vloggers highlight safety, modern infrastructure and friendly locals that make the Chinese mainland a top travel destination.
US Student’s Chinese Mainland Trip Reveals Power of Human Connections
American student Kyle Sykes’ field trip to the Chinese mainland revealed the warmth of communities, from historic Beijing to tech-driven Shenzhen, showcasing the power of human connections.
Retail Seller Welcomes 90-Day U.S.–Chinese Mainland Tariff Truce
U.S. and the Chinese mainland agree on a 90-day tariff truce after Geneva talks, giving retailers hope for smoother trade.
Chilean Student Champions Deeper China-Latin America Ties
Chilean student Raquel Herrera, studying in the Chinese mainland, calls for deeper China-CELAC cooperation in trade, green development and culture for sustainable, inclusive partnerships.
Peruvian Student Urges Deeper China-Latin America Collaboration at 2025 CELAC Forum
Peruvian student Anna Paula Peralta Reyes highlights deepening ties between China and Latin America at the 2025 CELAC Forum, citing projects like Chancay Port and urging shared growth.
Geneva Talks: China-U.S. Deal Could Stabilize the Economy
At the Geneva dialogue, expert Veronica Parellada Eller says a China-U.S. deal on tariffs could calm markets, lower consumer costs and boost economic stability.