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Why is China fighting so hard against the US’ new chip ban – and will it work?

China’s escalating protests against new US restrictions targeting Chinese-made microchips are a sign of Beijing’s determination not to cede any…

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To survive the trade war, China aims to create a stronger domestic economy

Beijing is doubling down on efforts to create a stronger domestic market, as it focuses on reducing China’s vulnerability to…

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Hong Kong retail slump claims another victim as Thai dessert shop deserts

Thai dessert chain After You Dessert Cafe will exit the Hong Kong market, closing its two shops after three years…

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US inflation? China is more worried the trade war will make goods too cheap

While US President Donald Trump’s tariff hikes stoke fears of inflation in America, China is likely to face the opposite…

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China’s consumers go bananas for blueberries even as broader sentiment lags

While China’s economy has faced challenges in recent years, certain sectors have defied the odds and flourished. Among them is…

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‘Good start’: China bids to reset ties with Japan amid Trump tariff storm

Beijing and Tokyo have made a “good start” to resetting their economic relationship with a string of high-level meetings in…

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China poised to strike back if Trump follows through on sweeping tariff plan

US President Donald Trump’s pledge to combat value-added taxes (VAT) levied on American exports has put China on the defensive,…

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If US shores up defence against China shipbuilding threat, what could really happen?

Targeted action by Washington against Chinese shipbuilders in the waning days of Joe Biden’s presidency could offer a slight boost…

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British chancellor angles for reset in relations, trade on China trip

Britain has relaunched a platform for “respectful and consistent” future relations with China, as it tries to cash in on…

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China’s semiconductor firms cash in chips as export boom bucks overall trend

Despite intensifying restrictions from the US intended to stifle China’s semiconductor trade, Beijing’s shipments of the bedrock technology stood out…

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