Huan Zhu
China Considers Tariff Relief for Critical U.S. Goods
Amidst the ongoing trade tensions with the United States, China is reportedly offering a bit of relief for select U.S. imports from its 125% tariffs. Beijing is actively engaging with the business community to avoid supply chain disruptions, with reports suggesting that exemptions have been implemented for chips, pharmaceuticals
China's Trade Playbook: Warming Ties with Asia, Talking to EU, Cold Shoulder to U.S.
At today's press conference, China's Ministry of Commerce outlined different plans to deal with different trading partners. While it will continue to enhance supply chain collaboration with Asian countries and engage in negotiations with the EU, it will wait on any trade talks with the United
Chinese Students Win Initial Court Victory in Visa Case
Four Chinese students filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court in the Northern District of California earlier this month challenging the U.S. government's cancellation of their student visas, and a judge recently granted them interim protection.
Beijing Reveals New Work Plan for Services Trade Pilot Program
Beijing unveiled ambitious plans last week, spearheaded by the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM), to accelerate market opening across services industries from telecommunications to financial services, in a bid to bolster growth and align with high-standard international trade rules.
Amidst U.S. Push for Deals, China Warns Against U.S. Isolation Tactics
As U.S.-China trade tensions rise, third countries may find themselves caught in the middle. China has warned against any third-country partnership with the U.S. that targets Chinese interests, while it also seeks enhanced cooperation and integration with other trading partners.
China and Malaysia Reinforce Partnership with 31 New Agreements
Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded his state visit to Malaysia with agreements deepening economic, technological, and strategic ties between the two countries, reinforcing China’s position as Malaysia’s top trading partner and a leading source of foreign investment.
China Appoints WTO Envoy as New Trade Negotiator
China has appointed Li Chenggang as its new lead trade negotiator, a move signaling a tactical recalibration not only in the context of deepening trade conflict with the United States, but also in light of emerging opportunities with other trading partners.