The number of Chinese travelers to Japan fell month-on-month in November. Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has signaled openness to dialogue with China.
By Leonardo Pape
The relatively low tariff rates are a relief for European producers. For product groups such as dairy or EU brandy, however, there has been no easing so far.
By Redaktion Table
The European Commission is receiving initial reports from industry that general licenses are being granted, said Maroš Šefčovič. The EU also intends to address its trade deficit with China.
By Redaktion Table
A Chinese court has sentenced 27 people for smuggling strategically important antimony. The verdicts underscore Beijing’s tightening control over critical raw materials.
By Julia Fiedler
Beijing is planning structural reforms to stimulate private consumption. Measures include deregulation in car and home purchases as well as improved access to public services, as policymakers seek to address weak domestic demand.
By Julia Fiedler
Myanmar’s military government is planning elections that have been met with skepticism by the United Nations and opposition groups. Meanwhile, the son of former head of government and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Aung San Suu Kyi fears that his mother may be dead.
By Yi Ling Pan
China is casting doubt on Japan’s sovereignty over the strategically vital Okinawa island chain, located in close proximity to Taiwan. Three-quarters of all US military facilities in Japan are stationed there.
By Angela Köckritz
Following high-level talks, Singapore and China announced 27 bilateral agreements spanning areas from healthcare to digital services. Among them is a pilot project that will allow travelers from Singapore to pay in China using the digital renminbi.
By Yi Ling Pan
Cambodia and Thailand are accusing each other of escalating their border conflict. Phnom Penh is now even preparing a lawsuit alleging crimes against humanity.
By Marcel Grzanna
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently criticized China's trade policy. EU Chamber President Jens Eskelund speaks of a 40% undervaluation of the national currency, the renminbi.
By Leonardo Pape
