Tag: China
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Britain and China agreed to reset relations on Thursday, January 29, after Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Xi Jinping pledged closer cooperation on trade, investment and technology. During the first visit by a British leader to China in eight years, Beijing granted British citizens 30 days’ visa-free access and agreed to halve tariffs on…
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Tesla delivered 1.64 million vehicles in 2025, a 9% decline from 2024, marking the company’s second consecutive year of falling sales. Chinese automaker BYD sold 2.26 million vehicles, surpassing Tesla to become the world’s largest electric vehicle manufacturer. In the fourth quarter, Tesla delivered 418,227 vehicles, below analysts’ expectation of about 440,000 units. Sales were…
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European dairy exports face provisional tariffs from China, which announced on Monday, December 22, duties of up to 42.7% on certain European dairy products following the conclusion of the first phase of an anti-subsidy investigation. The tariffs, effective Tuesday, December 23, cover milk and cheese products, including protected origin cheeses such as French roquefort and…
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In a move that could redefine sustainable computing worldwide, China is building a cutting-edge underwater data center off the coast of Shanghai, leveraging ocean water for cooling and powering the facility with offshore wind energy. According to Scientific American, the project, led by the company Hailanyun, is located six miles off Shanghai’s coast and marks…
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China’s electric vehicle (EV) industry has reached a critical turning point, producing cars that rival or surpass those made in the West, at a fraction of the cost, according to a stark warning from former General Motors executive Michael Dunne. In a recent New York Times op-ed, Dunne paints a sobering picture, that Chinese EVs,…
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In a dramatic and historic turn of events, Syrian opposition fighters have announced that Syria has been “liberated” following their successful storming of Damascus. The opposition claimed that President Bashar al-Assad has fled the capital city to an undisclosed location, bringing an end to more than 50 years of Assad family rule over Syria. The…
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[Kavi Sampson, Shongjog columnist] In his recent research paper for the Hinrich Foundation, Stewart Paterson examines China’s strategy for securing critical minerals through domestic management and overseas investments, particularly in Southeast Asia. He highlights both the opportunities and challenges this presents for ASEAN countries as they navigate global supply chains and relationships with major powers.…
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[Raghavendra Sharma, Shongjog columnist] The recent agreement between India and China to de-escalate their border dispute along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in October 2024 is a noteworthy development in the complex tapestry of Asian geopolitics. This cautious détente reflects both countries’ recognition of the urgent need to manage their longstanding tensions, particularly in…
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[Vikram Rajesh, Shongjog columnist] The current state of global trade balances, marked by China’s widening trade surplus and the growing U.S. trade deficit, serves as a crucial touchstone for understanding the dynamics of post-pandemic economic recovery. The interplay between these two superpowers has reignited debates about the causes and consequences of such imbalances, particularly in…
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Russia launched massive naval and air drills on September 10, 2024, known as “Ocean-2024,” involving over 400 naval vessels, at least 120 military aircraft, and upwards of 90,000 troops. The exercise includes forces from China and will run until September 16, with at least 15 countries invited to observe. Chinese and Russian naval fleets will…
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