Huan Zhu

Nvidia Chips Face Scrutiny in China

Even with U.S. export approval, Nvidia’s H20 chips face a challenging market in China, where they are now under strict security scrutiny from Beijing.

China Vows Sanctions on Foreign Firms Violating Export Controls

Last week, China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) signaled its intent to sanction foreign companies found in violation of its export control measures, particularly those related to strategic minerals and dual-use technologies. It underscores China's commitment to fortifying its export control regime, which has been in the

U.S.-China Stockholm Talks Conclude, Await Decision on Next Step

Following two days of trade talks in Stockholm, Sweden, officials from China and the United States indicated a likely extension of their existing tariff pause.

Taliban Terminates Major Oil Deal with Chinese Firm, Citing Breaches

Last month, the Taliban government in Afghanistan officially announced the termination of a 25-year oil extraction contract with Chinese investors, which was the first major foreign investment deal signed by the Taliban since regaining power in 2021.

CK Hutchison Seeks Chinese Investor in Port Sale

Today, Hong Kong firm CK Hutchison, which operates vital ports around the world, announced a significant shift in its ongoing efforts to sell its port business, by bringing a Chinese investor into the consortium. This move underscores the complexities of divesting critical infrastructure in the current global climate.

China Approves Synopsys Deal With Strings Attached

Earlier this month, China's market regulator conditionally approved a $35 billion acquisition by one U.S. company, Synopsys, of another, Ansys. The findings and conditions are summarized below.

EU, China Summit Ends with Divisions on Trade

A high-level summit between the European Union and China this week underscored persistent deep divisions over trade imbalances and market access, with some progress on export controls. While both sides expressed a desire for cooperation, the detailed exchanges revealed significant hurdles to easing economic friction.
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