News & Articles
- Did Dmytro Kuleba’s Visit Start a New Chapter in China-Ukraine Relations?by Björn Alexander Düben on 26/07/2024 at 23:03
There are reasons for Kyiv to hope that Beijing might eventually push Moscow for an end to the Russia-Ukraine war. However, Kuleba’s visit to China has not been a decisive step in this direction.
- Why China Isn’t Ready (Yet) to Mediate a Russia-Ukraine Peace Dealby Andrew Devine on 26/07/2024 at 21:00
Even though it is in China’s interest to lead a peace deal in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the benefit of waiting for the strategically optimal time outweighs the potential risks.
- How Many Prototype Iterations And Safety & Reliability Tests Do We Need For Our New Product?by Adrian Leighton on 26/07/2024 at 20:07
Customers often ask us these questions when they’re developing a new product to bring to market: How many prototype iterations will be needed? What are the essential tests for ensuring product safety and compliance? It’s quite hard to answer this simply, because every project is different. […]
- China’s Third Plenum – Key Takeaways for Foreign Investors on 26/07/2024 at 02:29
The Third Plenum vowed to implement myriad reform policies by 2029 to grow the economy, improve the private sector, boost foreign investment, reform the tax regime, and more.
- China Mediates a New Era of Palestinian Unity by Mohamad Zreik on 25/07/2024 at 22:57
After talks in Beijing, Fatah, Hamas, and other factions have agreed to form a unified government representing Palestine.
- What the Third Plenum Means for China’s Decarbonization Effortby Chris Hankin on 25/07/2024 at 21:09
As the share of renewables grows, China is shifting from controlling energy consumption to controlling carbon emissions specifically.
- EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timelineon 25/07/2024 at 17:24
Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.
- China: A Silent Ally Protecting Venezuela’s Maduroby Carlos Eduardo Piña on 25/07/2024 at 02:16
The unconditional political, diplomatic and economic support offered by Beijing has been key to keeping the Bolivarian regime in power, from Chavez to Maduro.
- Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Seeks ‘Common Ground’ With China in Talks on Ending War With Russiaby Ken Moritsugu on 24/07/2024 at 23:34
Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba is making his first visit to China since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
- China's Futuristic Industries: Investment Prospects in the Emerging Low-Altitude Economyon 24/07/2024 at 17:00
Key regions like Guangdong, Shenzhen, and Chengdu are spearheading development through substantial investments and regulatory support, despite challenges in infrastructure and safety.
- China Offers Special Equipment Tax Incentive for Green and Digital Developmenton 24/07/2024 at 01:29
The new incentive allows companies to deduct investments in digital and smart upgrades of special equipment from their corporate income tax.
- China’s New Ethical Guidelines for Human Genome Editing Researchon 23/07/2024 at 04:41
China's new Ethical Guidelines for Human Genome Editing emphasize regulations to address ethical concerns and ensure responsible research.
- China’s Third Plenum Offers Little Hope for a Flagging Economyby Donald Low on 22/07/2024 at 22:45
The Third Plenum outcome suggests a mismatch between what the Chinese economy needs to recover quickly and what policymakers are prepared to deliver.
- Unlocking Opportunities: Hainan’s 2024 Encouraged Industries Revealedon 20/07/2024 at 02:21
Hainan has officially launched the 2024 catalogue of encouraged industries, featuring 33 new additions compared to the 2020 edition.
- Misreading China’s Third Plenumby Lizzi C. Lee on 20/07/2024 at 00:12
Initial reactions miss the point of the communique. It is not designed to deliver instant solutions but to outline a comprehensive strategy.
- China-Pakistan Relations Are at a Crossroadsby Marcus Andreopoulos on 19/07/2024 at 23:02
Beijing is waiting to see if new security measures are successful – and if its business in Pakistan can resume as normal.
- As Constitutional Challenge Advances, KMT Previews Its Use of Controversial New Legislative Powersby Brian Hioe on 19/07/2024 at 20:50
At least two investigative committees have now been convened using the new powers, highlighting issues the KMT has long complained about.
- Software: Why it’s Growing in Importance for many Electronicsby Adrian Leighton on 19/07/2024 at 14:53
When we think of new electronic products being developed and brought to market, perhaps the hardware comes to mind first. However, what runs the hardware? The software. It’s fair to say that today a product’s software has become a significant source of competitive advantage, often surpassing […]
- Draft Standards for Personal Information Protection Compliance Audits - Key Guidelines for Companieson 19/07/2024 at 01:29
The new draft standards provide useful guidance for companies in China to carry out personal information protection compliance audits proposed under draft measures in 2023.
- China’s Third Plenum Embraces a ‘New Development Philosophy’by Shannon Tiezzi on 19/07/2024 at 00:09
The long-awaited economic-focused meeting of the CCP’s governing body emphasized Beijing’s commitment to growth centered on technology – and CCP control.
- US-China Relations in the Biden Era: A Timelineon 18/07/2024 at 17:00
Timeline tracking key developments affecting US-China bilateral trade and business engagement under the Joe Biden administration.
- China’s GDP Expands 5% in H1 2024on 18/07/2024 at 04:45
China’s GDP expanded by 5.0 percent during the first half of 2024, aligning with the economic target set at the beginning of the year.
- Does Vietnam and Bangladesh’s Cheap Labor Threaten ‘Made in China’ Textiles?by Andey Ng on 17/07/2024 at 20:49
Despite rising labor costs and less enthusiasm for factory jobs, e-commerce and domestic consumption provide a future growth model for the massive textile industry in China.
- China's Health Supplements Market: Trends and Opportunities for Businesseson 17/07/2024 at 04:18
China's health supplements market, valued at US$45.5 billion in 2023, is growing rapidly due to increased health awareness post-COVID-19, with strong demand across vitamins, herbal products, sports nutrition, and weight management. We explore the latest trends and market dynamics.
- China Has an Opportunity to Grow Its Military Influence in Nigerby Hugh Harsono on 17/07/2024 at 01:55
The withdrawal of U.S. and French military forces from Niger presents a unique opportunity for China to expand its military influence in the region.
- Prototyping Equipment: 5 Key Uses You’ll Have For Itby Adrian Leighton on 12/07/2024 at 21:21
Prototyping is a critical step for anyone developing and bringing a new product to market. for design houses, manufacturing companies, and product developers alike. Let’s explore the differences between prototyping equipment and those used for mass production. You’ll also learn about 5 key […]
- China’s Third Plenum Shines Light on Center-Local Fiscal Challengesby Jennifer Lee on 12/07/2024 at 01:56
China watchers should temper their expectations and anticipate incremental changes building off of existing policy rather than deep reform.
- Finance is No Longer the Darling Career in Xi Jinping’s New Economic Orderby Lizzi C. Lee on 10/07/2024 at 21:14
As China shifts its focus from finance to technology, the ripple effects are profound and far-reaching.
- China and 22 Arab Countries Reach Consensus on Gaza Ceasefire and Further Cooperationby Nick Carraway on 10/07/2024 at 01:51
China is one of the few geopolitically prominent countries that has managed to maintain good relations with Israel, Palestine, and the wider Muslim world.
- The Manner Coffee Case: Trending Terms, Income Inequality, and China’s Private Sectorby Gavin Hsu on 08/07/2024 at 22:06
A recent Baidu trending search term reveals Beijing’s continued efforts to suppress the private sector.