Tag: China
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China, Britain Hail Reset in Relations after Xi-Starmer Talks
China and Britain agreed to reset relations on Thursday, January 29, after Chinese President Xi Jinping British Prime Minister Keir Starmer 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…
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BYD Becomes World’s Largest EV Maker as Tesla Sales Fall
Chinese automaker BYD sold 2.26 million vehicles in 2025, surpassing Tesla, which delivered 1.64 million, to become the world’s largest electric vehicle manufacturer. Tesla’s sales fell 9% from 2024, marking its second consecutive year of decline. Tesla’s fourth-quarter deliveries totaled 418,227 vehicles, below analysts’ estimate of about 440,000 units. The…
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How China and the Gulf States are Shaping Central Asia’s Energy Transition
| Roman Vakulchuk | Kamila Beishembaeva | Since the launch of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in 2013, China has become one of the largest overseas energy investors. While much of its engagement has traditionally focused on fossil fuels, the post-pandemic years have marked a shift towards renewable energy…
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China Imposes Retaliatory Provisional Duties on EU Dairy Imports
China’s Ministry of Commerce announced on Monday, December 22, that provisional duties of up to 42.7% will be imposed on certain European Union (EU) dairy imports, following the conclusion of the first phase of an anti-subsidy investigation. The measures, effective Tuesday, December 23, target products including milk and cheese, such…
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U.S. Announces $10 Billion Arms Deals with Taiwan, Prompting China’s Response
The Trump administration has announced a massive $10 billion arms sale to Taiwan, including medium-range missiles, self-propelled howitzers, drones, and other advanced military equipment, sparking a strong rebuke from Beijing. The State Department unveiled the package late Wednesday, December 17, coinciding with a nationally televised address by President Donald Trump.…
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U.S. Increases Military Presence on Yonaguni Island amid China Tensions
The United States has been enhancing its military presence on Yonaguni Island, Japan’s westernmost outpost, amid growing concerns over China’s increasing assertiveness, particularly regarding Taiwan. Located just 112 kilometers from Taiwan, Yonaguni plays a vital role in the U.S. military’s strategy for regional deterrence and defense. According to recent reports,…
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