Tag: #trade

Trump Invokes National Security Law to Levy 25% Tariff on Advanced AI Chips, With Broad U.S. Exemptions

A Jan. 14 proclamation slaps a 25% Section 232 tariff on select AI-class chips while exempting many U.S. data-center, R&D and startup uses.

#tariffs, #semiconductors, #ai, #nationalsecurity, #trade

China Posts Record $1.2 Trillion Trade Surplus in 2025 as Exports Surge and Imports Stall

China reported a record $1.19 trillion goods trade surplus in 2025, driven by booming EV and solar exports as weak domestic demand kept imports flat.

#china, #trade, #exports, #evs, #imf

U.N. warns global economy will stay in “low gear,” with growth stuck below pre-pandemic pace

U.N. forecasts global growth slowing to 2.7% in 2026, citing high debt, weak investment and trade tensions, while uneven AI gains deepen divides.

#globaleconomy, #ungrowth, #debt, #trade, #ai

Supreme Court Poised to Rule on Trump’s Emergency Tariffs, With $133 Billion at Stake

Justices are expected to decide whether Trump lawfully used emergency powers to impose sweeping 2025 tariffs, a test of executive power and $133B in duties.

#supremecourt, #tariffs, #trade, #ieepa, #trump

EU carbon border levy enters ‘definitive’ phase in 2026, with first payments due in 2027

Europe’s CBAM shifts from reporting to legal liabilities on Jan. 1, 2026, tying import costs to EU carbon prices—though payments start in 2027.

#eu, #carbonpricing, #trade, #steel, #climatepolicy

IMF Urges China to Shift from Export-Led Economy to Domestic Consumption

IMF urges China to reform economy towards consumption-led growth, amidst record trade surpluses and global trade tensions.

#IMF, #China, #economy, #trade

Macron's China Visit Strengthens Ties with Bilateral Agreements

Macron's China visit fosters 12 agreements in aerospace, AI, and more, addressing global challenges including the Ukraine conflict.

#macron, #xi, #france, #china, #diplomacy, #trade

China Surpasses $1 Trillion Trade Surplus Amid Decline in U.S. Exports

China achieves a historic $1.08 trillion trade surplus by diversifying exports, offsetting U.S. market declines.

#china, #trade, #exports, #economy, #global

German Foreign Minister's China Visit to Address Trade and Geopolitical Issues

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul to visit China, focusing on trade and geopolitical concerns, impacting EU relations.

#germany, #china, #trade, #geopolitics, #europeanunion

Global Manufacturing Sectors Face Contractions Amid Trade Uncertainties

Manufacturing sectors in Europe and Asia experience declines due to weakening demand and trade tensions, posing recovery challenges for 2025.

#manufacturing, #economy, #trade, #Europe, #Asia

China Unveils 'Made in China 2035' to Dominate Advanced Technologies

China's 'Made in China 2035' aims to lead in AI, clean energy, and 6G, sparking trade tensions.

#china, #technology, #trade, #geopolitics

2025 APEC Summit Unites Asia-Pacific Leaders to Tackle Regional Challenges

APEC 2025 Summit endorses AI initiatives and addresses demographic issues for sustainable growth.

#apec, #ai, #economy, #trade, #demographics

China's Central Bank Reaffirms 'Loosely Appropriately' Monetary Policy Amid Challenges

PBOC maintains a loose monetary stance to counter weak demand, trade tensions, and property market struggles in China.

#china, #monetarypolicy, #economy, #pboc, #trade

APEC Leaders Adopt Gyeongju Declaration on Trade, AI, and Demographics

APEC summit ends with Gyeongju Declaration on AI growth, trade, and demographic challenges in Asia-Pacific.

#apec, #trade, #artificialintelligence, #economy

China's Economy Predicted to Surpass 170 Trillion Yuan by 2030

Chinese Premier Li Qiang projects China's economy to exceed 170 trillion yuan by 2030, signaling global trade opportunities.

#china, #economy, #trade, #globalmarkets