Huan Zhu
U.S., China Finalize Export Control Pact; Details Not Disclosed
U.S. and Chinese officials have confirmed that they finalized details on implementing an agreement that loosens bilateral export controls. However, the specific terms of the agreement, and whether they will be made public, remain unclear.
Beijing Diversifies Farm Imports as U.S. Tariffs Linger
China's agricultural imports from the United States have seen a decline in recent months, a direct consequence of ongoing trade disputes and resulting tariffs. Despite trade talks in recent months, many additional tariffs on U.S. farm products remain in place, pushing Beijing to diversify its sourcing. This
Beijing Blasts EU's IPI Measures as "New Protectionist Barriers"
China's Ministry of Commerce denounced the recent measures restricting Chinese companies from participating in EU public procurement of medical devices, calling them "new protectionist barriers."
China, New Zealand Ink New Trade Accords Amid PM's Visit
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon visited China last week, holding meetings with top officials to affirm their commitment to deepening cooperation, especially in food safety and trade facilitation.
China-Central Asia Summit Yelds Trade, Investment Deals
China and five Central Asian nations last week concluded their Second China-Central Asia Summit, unveiling a series of trade and investment agreements and underscoring Beijing's deepening economic commitment with the neighboring region.
Beijing Clarifies Customs Process for Dual-Use Export Control
Earlier this week, China's General Administration of Customs (GACC) published some guidelines outlining the procedures and required documentation for exporting controlled dual-use items.
China Outlines Zero-Tariff Path for African Nations
China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) has outlined a detailed roadmap for extending zero-tariff treatment to imports from 53 African nations, solidifying a commitment made at last week's ministerial meeting. This initiative, part of a broader China-Africa Economic Partnership for Shared Development, will involve negotiations on "