Why DHL is betting on rising Chinese exports – even as war and tariff risks grow
Global trade flows are facing severe disruption amid the US-Israel war on Iran and unpredictable tariff policies. But…
China’s supply chain meets the wall of African resource nationalism
Resource-rich African nations are increasingly asserting control over critical minerals to maximise domestic returns, sending global prices soaring…
Middle East crisis, global memory crunch dim AI smartphone buzz at MWC 2026
The mobile industry buzzed with excitement over the artificial intelligence revolution showcased at MWC Barcelona 2026, but the…
Chinese economic officials flag Iran war risks, vow ‘balanced’ trade
Chinese officials brief reporters in Beijing on March 6. From left: China Securities Regulatory Commission Chairman Wu Qing; Commerce Minister Wang…
What’s on the wish list for China’s private sector ahead of the ‘two sessions’?
Ahead of China’s annual legislative meetings – typically a window into Beijing’s top-level policy agenda – this is…
Cultural clash: K-pop superstar G-Dragon divides China fans with ‘Lunar New Year’ greetings
K-pop superstar G-Dragon ignited the ire of Chinese netizens with his choice of “Lunar New Year” greetings during…
Chinese shoppers are Asia’s biggest airport spenders, study finds
Chinese travellers are outspending their Asian peers at the region’s airports in search of gifts, food and luxury…
K-pop’s big freeze: are cracks in China’s cultural blockade a thaw?
While K-pop has conquered almost every corner of the globe, South Korea’s entertainment industry remains largely locked out…
UK eyes allowing Chinese auditing standards in London after Starmer trip
Markets ‘Temporary’ move aims to lower listing barriers, compete with Zurich and Frankfurt A screen displays the logo…
Public fury as China mental hospitals recruit people to impersonate patients in insurance scam
A number of psychiatric hospitals in central China have been exposed over a scam in which they lure…
As Chinese provinces slash revenue outlook, analysts warn of debt control
Fiscal strains are forcing Chinese provinces to slash their budget-revenue expectations for 2026 due to the knock-on effects…
China overhauls consumer price basket, with never-before-seen unveiling of its composition
Beijing has for the first time revealed the intricate composition of China’s consumer price index (CPI) basket, and…