China Urges US to Drop Excessive Tariffs, Safeguard Global Supply Chains
China calls on the United States to abandon excessive national security tariffs on steel and aluminum, warning of supply chain risks and urging fair dialogue.
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U.S. Court Halts Trump-Era Tariffs: What It Means for Trade Talks
A U.S. trade court ruled Trump-era tariffs unlawful under IEEPA, stirring uncertainty for businesses and future global trade negotiations.
Chinese mainland May manufacturing PMI rises to 49.5
The manufacturing PMI in the Chinese mainland rose to 49.5 in May, up 0.5 from April, reflecting faster output and stronger business expectations, the NBS reports.
Chinese Mainland’s Export Controls Align With Global Norms: MOFA
MOFA’s Lin Jian says the Chinese mainland’s export control measures align with international norms, pledges dialogue on export rules, and criticizes U.S. trade politicization.
From Glass to Cables: How the Chinese Mainland Became a Global Supply Chain Powerhouse
Discover how entrepreneurs like Zhou Qunfei and pioneers at YOFC illustrate the Chinese mainland’s shift from cheap assembly to a high-tech manufacturing powerhouse.
Global Firms Embrace China-For-China Strategy in Uncertain Times
Amid economic uncertainties, foreign firms in the Chinese mainland are speeding up digitalization and localizing product offerings with a “China-for-China” strategy to better serve local consumers.
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.
China’s Response to US Tariffs: Defending Economic Sovereignty in the Trade War
China pledges to defend its economic sovereignty amid US tariffs, rejecting coercion and highlighting its role in global supply chains.
Trump Tariffs Cripple U.S. Ports as Cargo Plummets
Trump’s tariff hikes have hit U.S. ports hard, with container volumes dropping up to 30% and equipment costs soaring, sparking concerns from Los Angeles to Oakland.
Small Businesses in Limbo as U.S. Tariffs Disrupt Supply Chains
U.S. tariffs are rattling small businesses’ supply chains, driving up costs and casting doubt on profit margins amid unpredictable trade policies.