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U.S. imposes new rules on exports to China to keep them from its military
The United States said on Monday it will impose new restrictions on exports to China to keep semiconductor production equipment and other technology away from Beijing's military.
China Looks at How it Could Expedite U.S. Farm Goods Purchases
China is studying ways that it could accelerate purchases of U.S. farm goods to meet its phase-one trade deal commitments after the coronavirus delayed some imports, according to people familiar with the matter.
Chinese Inflation Slows as Virus Hurts Demand and Oil Slumps
China’s consumer inflation slowed to the weakest pace since October last month as food and oil prices moderated and shutdowns to beat the coronavirus kept demand depressed.
Canada and China Seek Resolution to Yearlong Oilseed Trade Spat
A trade spat with China that’s left Canada with little access to its biggest canola market is showing signs of easing as the Asian nation looks to stock up on edible oil.
Positive Signs for China’s Economy Emerge But Aftershocks Loom
China is showing signs of emerging from the slump seen in February, according to a range of the earliest available indicators of the economy, but the strength of the rebound will depend on how other nations fare.
Li & Fung Going Private Symbolizes Globalization in Retreat
The world changed, and Li & Fung didn’t change enough.
There Aren’t Enough Containers to Keep World Trade Flowing
A shipping container shortage that’s left everything from Thai curry to Canadian peas idling in ports may be about to get a whole lot worse as China steps up its coronavirus precautions on incoming vessels.
China raises export tax rebate on almost 1,500 products to boost virus-hit trade
China will increase export tax rebates on almost 1,500 products from March 20, the finance ministry said on Tuesday, as the government looks to ease the pressure on companies hit hard by the coronavirus outbreak.
U.S. Chicken Flows to China as Ports Return, Tariffs Waived
U.S. chicken exports to China are flowing freely again as logistical bottlenecks caused by a deadly virus dissipate and the Asian nation issues tariff waivers to buyers, according to Sanderson Farms Inc.
Coronavirus News: China’s Silent Factories Fuel Workers’ Fears
Janey Zhang, the owner of an umbrella factory in China’s east coast city of Shangyu, spends her days watching the news for coronavirus updates and fielding calls from cash-strapped employees asking when they can go back to work.
Italy’s Hopes for Closer China Ties Hit by Flight Ban Rift
An Italian ban on flights to and from China has ruffled diplomatic ties with Beijing, less than a year after Rome had positioned itself for a privileged relationship by signing up to the Chinese Belt and Road infrastructure project.
China’s Leaders Gather to Set 2020 Economic Targets, Priorities
China’s top leadership will set the target for economic growth at “about 6%” for 2020 as they meet this week for their annual policy conclave, according to a survey of economists.
China Sets Record Rare-Earth Mining Quota as Demand Rises
China set its annual rare-earth mining quota at the highest on record as domestic demand for the strategic materials, used in everything from electric vehicles to military hardware, increases.
China says lifting of ban on meat imports not a sign of better relations with Canada
Chinese spokesperson continues to urge Canadian authorities to release Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou
Beijing lifts ban on Canadian beef and pork as swine fever devastates China’s hog farms
China reopens market after four-month suspension, but impasse over Canadian soybean and canola remains unresolved
China Finds Solace in Wine From Australia Amid Economic Slowdown
Battling a trade war, an economic slowdown and months of protests in Hong Kong, China is turning to fine Australian wine.
Clothing made by Chinese forced labor is likely being sold in the US
As much as 84% of Chinese cotton comes from the Xinjiang region, where it's processed by forced labor from Muslim minority groups before entering the global supply chain.
China Unexpectedly Injects $28 Billion of Cash as Growth Slows
China caught traders off-guard with a surprise injection into the financial system via loans to banks, ahead of data on Friday which is expected to show a further slowdown in the domestic economy.
Gold Surge Dulls China Demand, Growth Woes Weigh on Shoppers
China’s shoppers and investors lost their appetite for gold this year -- and there’s little expectation of any major improvement in 2020 as slowing growth and higher prices crimp consumer spending.