European chemical giants plot to weaken EU’s flagship climate policy – POLITICO
Chemical investments in Europe collapsed by more than 80 percent in 2025 from the year before, according to…
All the economic wins Keir Starmer wants to bag in China – POLITICO
For now, then, the aim is to secure progress in areas that are seen as less sensitive. Starmer’s…
As China’s US exports plunge in 2025, Beijing banks on diversification for 2026 growth
China’s exports soared to record highs in 2025, defying trade tensions with Washington as Beijing’s diversification strategy successfully…
GDP grew 4.3% in Q3, and it was ‘healthier’ growth
The U.S. economy posted robust growth in the third quarter of 2025, expanding at an annual rate of…
China’s LNG imports plunge under weak economy and US friction
Energy Decline looms over new projects coming onstream A drone view shows tugboats assisting a liquified natural gas…
Commission quietly proposes looser EU rules on recycled plastic in beverage bottles – POLITICO
Brussels wants to boost Europe’s recycling capacity and help the bloc transition to a circular economy. “Pressures on…
Port of Oakland Moves 174,239 TEUs in November as Exports Increase
Agricultural and refrigerated exports post gains while overall volumes reflect seasonal and market adjustments Oakland, Calif. – Dec. 23,…
China’s record trade surplus could prompt protectionist response in 2026: report
While China has already logged a record-breaking trade surplus in the first 11 months of 2025, that milestone…
China aims to boost imports and exports in 2026 to drive trade growth: senior official
With trade proving resilient despite global headwinds, China aims to expand both exports and imports next year, leveraging…
European industry faces ‘life or death,’ Macron says — and China needs to help – POLITICO
“I am trying to explain to the Chinese that their trade surplus is untenable and that they are…
Trump admin claims win as UK bows to pressure on NHS drug spending – POLITICO
The NICE threshold will rise to £25,000 to £35,000 for every quality adjusted life year. In return for…
UK Risks Gas Shortages in 2030s as Domestic Output Plunges
Britain could face emerging risks to natural gas supply in the 2030s as a freefall in domestic production…