Beyond borders: Beijing equips Chinese firms for global stage amid trade jitters
With domestic margins shrinking and global trade risks rising, China’s commerce authorities are unveiling a state-backed business resource…
China prioritises export controls, supply-chain security to shield economy in 2026
China has made strengthening export control rules and safeguarding supply-chain resilience top priorities this year, as officials move…
Small restaurants in China starve as consumers suppress appetite for spending
Small restaurants across mainland China have taken a beating as budget-conscious consumers refrain from dining out because of…
India gives duty-free access to 54.11% of New Zealand exports from day one of FTA
India will give duty-free access to 54.11 per cent of New Zealand exports from day one of the…
China issues 11-point policy package to boost consumer spending amid slowing retail sales
China has announced a new policy package to boost household spending by tightening coordination between commerce and financial…
Thailand to let insured patients buy medication outside hospitals
The Office of Insurance Commission (OIC) and several healthcare agencies have officially launched a new initiative allowing patients…
Ireland business chamber welcomes Chinese investment despite US, EU pressures
Chinese investment is still being actively welcomed in Ireland, the head of a major business organisation said, even…
Look to the ‘rising’ Global South, ex-diplomat tells Chinese businesses
Chinese businesses should pivot their attention to the “rising” Global South such as Africa and the Middle East…
China sees uptick in ‘super golden week’ spending amid record travel surge
China logged a welcome uptick in spending on services during the just-concluded eight-day “super golden week” public holiday,…