Huan Zhu
Chinese Foreign Minister Outlines Broad Diplomatic Vision for 2026 Across Global Partnerships and Trade
On Sunday, Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi outlined a sweeping vision for 2026 as a landmark year for China's international relations while warning against global trade barriers and the weaponization of economic ties. While emphasizing the importance of stabilizing ties with the United States ahead of a high
2026 Government Work Report Navigates Global Integration and Tech Self Reliance
In its 2026 government work report, China vowed to open wider to the outside world while doubling down on manufacturing and homegrown innovation. Premier Li Qiang's report to the National People's Congress last week promised to promote "balanced development of trade," streamline investment especially
NPC Spokesperson Outlines Priorities for China’s 15th Five-Year Plan
At a news conference Wednesday ahead of the annual parliamentary session, China’s top legislature pledged new efforts on long-term institutional planning and social welfare while doubling down on technological independence, opening-up, and international cooperation.
2026 Guideline: Navigating China’s New Automotive Data Frontier
Eight central Chinese agencies recently released the 2026 Guideline on Automotive Data Export Security, which solidifies a sector-specific security regime and provides much-needed clarity on the "when" and "how" of cross-border data movements.
Beijing Rolls Back Tariffs to Implement Trade Resolutions with Canada
Following months of heightened trade friction, bilateral relations between Beijing and Ottawa have entered a period of de-escalation. Implementing the resolutions reached during Prime Minister Mark Carney’s mid-January visit to China, China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) concluded its anti-dumping investigation and adjusted its anti-discrimination measures last weekend.
German Chancellor Merz Concludes China Visit amid Trade Imbalance and Overcapacity Concerns
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz just finished his two-day state visit to China this week with both sides vowing to deepen economic ties while airing sharp differences over trade imbalances, security concerns and fair competition.
Trump Administration Issues New "Material Assistance" Rules for Clean Energy Credits
Earlier this month, the Trump administration issued long-awaited interim rules to block Chinese companies from accessing billions of dollars in U.S. clean energy tax credits, as part of the implementation of President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act.