4 d. ago US soybean farmers move to reduce dependence on China as trade war grinds on

Soybean farmers in the United States have stepped up efforts to diversify their export markets while maintaining China as a critical buyer, despite ongoing trade tensions between the two superpowers, according to the head of a leading industry association. Jim Sutter, CEO of the US Soybean Export Council, said that while concerns about possible disruptions persist, China’s strong demand for soybeans – a crucial commodity for food and livestock feed – would ensure the US remains an important...

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1 week ago Hong Kong’s John Lee meets new liaison office chief, vows to pursue fresh growth

Hong Kong’s leader has pledged to identify fresh areas for economic growth as he expressed confidence in working with the newly appointed director of Beijing’s liaison office to speed up the city’s development. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu made the remarks as he met office director Zhou Ji at Government House on Saturday. They exchanged views on the city’s challenges and opportunities and discussed ways to promote its long-term prosperity and stability. The State Council, China’s cabinet,...

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2 w. ago Beijing removes Zheng Yanxiong as head of liaison office in Hong Kong

Zheng Yanxiong has been removed as director of Beijing’s liaison office in Hong Kong and the Chinese government has appointed Zhou Ji, the executive deputy director of the top Beijing office for the city’s affairs, to replace him. The State Council, China’s cabinet, announced late on Friday that Zhou, the executive deputy director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office (HKMAO), had been appointed to lead the central government’s liaison office in the city. In a brief statement, it also said...

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2 w. ago China, Asean, Gulf states deliver ‘elaborate’ message on economic, energy ties

China, Southeast Asian nations and six Gulf states have pledged to foster closer cooperation with a strong emphasis on economic integration and energy collaboration, marking a milestone in enhancing tripartite alignment to tackle regional and global challenges. In a comprehensive joint statement, leaders from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and China reaffirmed their commitment to a rules-based multilateral trading system and economic...

Economics

2 w. ago Speech by H.E. Li Qiang Premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China at the Opening Ceremony of The ASEAN

Speech by H.E. Li Qiang Premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China at the Opening Ceremony of The ASEAN-China-GCC Economic Forum_Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the United States of America  中华人民共和国驻美利坚合众国大使馆

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2 w. ago Will Trump’s China policy become more unpredictable after security shake

Donald Trump’s shake-up of the US National Security Council may be a sign he is increasingly relying on his instinct over expert advice, potentially increasing the unpredictability in Washington’s approach to China, diplomatic observers have said. The shake-up could also be “bad news” for Taiwan, which may find it harder to speak to key people in the White House, they added. The White House dismissed around 100 staff from the council last week – many from the China team – as part of Trump’s...

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2 w. ago China’s Li Qiang calls for ‘vibrant economic circle’ with Asean, Gulf states

Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Tuesday urged Asean and Gulf state leaders to increase cooperation with Beijing, his call coming at a time when China is seeking to strengthen global economic ties amid intractable trade tensions with the US. Addressing the inaugural summit involving China, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Li said that the three sides could create a “vibrant economic circle” through deeper exchanges to benefit each nation as well as...

Economics

4 w. ago China’s State Council Releases 2025 Legislative Plan – Amended Trademark Law in the Works

China’s State Council Releases 2025 Legislative Plan – Amended Trademark Law in the Works  NatLawReview.com

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