Huan Zhu
Russia and China Forge Deeper Energy Ties with New Pipeline Deal
China and Russia have deepened their energy partnership, with a new agreement to build the Power of Siberia 2 natural gas pipeline, marking a major step forward for a project that has been stalled for years. The announcement came amid a high-level meeting between the leaders of China, Russia, and
China's Trade Envoy Visits U.S. To Discuss Key Bilateral Issues
China's International Trade Representative and Vice Minister of Commerce Li Chenggang visited the United States last week for discussions with key officials on trade and economic issues.
China's Outbound Investment: Strong 2024 Surge Followed by Mixed Start to 2025
Official data shows that China's overseas investment grew in 2024, driven by substantial flows into Belt and Road Initiative countries, positioning it among the top three global investing sources for the eighth consecutive year. However, early 2025 figures indicate a more uneven trajectory.
House Bill Seeks Congressional Veto Power Over Advanced Chip Sales to China
In a direct challenge to executive authority on technology exports, a new bill has been put forward by two Democrats in the House of Representatives, aiming to tighten control over advanced chip exports to China. This came after reports indicated that the Trump administration would allow the sales of some
South Korea Seeks Stability in China Trade and Critical Mineral Supply Chains
A Korean Presidential delegation visited China this week, emphasizing the need for expanded trade and investment, and securing stable supply chain management, especially for critical minerals impacted by Chinese export controls.
Beijing's Gallium and Germanium Gambit: Export Volumes Dip, Global Flows Shift
Data from the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) indicates that the export control measures implemented by Beijing on gallium and germanium have reduced China's overall exports of the two minerals, with a stark divergence among importing nations. Exports to the U.S. experienced an initial hit
China Elements in the U.S.-EU Trade Framework
After months of negotiations, the U.S. and EU reached a framework on a trade agreement last week. While the majority of the agreement touches upon tariff rate setting, market access, and purchase and investment commitments, it also includes language on supply chains, non-market policies, investment review, export controls and