15 h. ago Volkswagen plans exports from China to Asia, South America, Middle East

Volkswagen plans exports from China to Asia, South America, Middle East  Reuters

Politics

15 h. ago China’s solar panel makers explore options as Washington sets tariffs for Southeast Asia

Some Chinese manufacturers of photovoltaic products are speeding up their overseas factory deployment, hoping to secure a less-expensive route to the US.

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19 h. ago US sets tariffs of up to 3,521% on South East Asia solar panels

US sets tariffs of up to 3,521% on South East Asia solar panels  BBC

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47 h. ago South Korea uncovers Chinese goods relabelled for US tariff evasion on the rise

Seoul’s customs agency found millions of US dollars worth of Chinese exports were disguised to dodge Trump’s hefty duties.

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3 d. ago Selling comfort: ‘loneliness economy’ emerges as more South Koreans live alone

Loneliness-driven businesses capitalise on people’s feelings of isolation and social disconnection to make profits.

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5 d. ago Brazil briefly records trade deficit with China before closing quarter with surplus

The deficit, which hit $3.2 billion in February, is largely attributed to surge in Chinese imports, including solar panels.

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7 d. ago South Korea boosts chips support to US$23 billion ahead of more Trump tariffs

South Korea shipped US$10.7 billion in chips to the US last year. Trump is expected to announce tariffs on semiconductor imports this week.

Economics

8 d. ago South Korea’s Yoon denies leading ‘a coup’ on first day of insurrection trial

The former president claimed on Monday that his martial law declaration was a ‘peaceful message’, not an attempt to seize power.

Politics

9 d. ago To beat Trump tariff price rise, Americans load up on South Korean sunscreen

Consumers are also stockpiling dried seaweed, hair bundles for wigs, cat food and wedding gowns.

Politics

9 d. ago Japan wants to drive VTuber craze globally as South Korea breathes down its neck

The virtual YouTubers are gaining worldwide fans, with sold-out concerts and a predicted US$4 billion market by 2030.

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2 w. ago South Korea unveils emergency measures for car industry hit by Trump tariffs

The measures include financial support for vehicle makers as well as tax cuts and subsidies to boost domestic demand.

Politics

2 w. ago South Korean military fires warning shots after North Korean soldiers cross border

South Korea’s military said about 10 North Korean soldiers returned to the North’s territory after the warning shots were fired.

Events

2 w. ago North Korean soldiers cross tense DMZ border, South Korea fires warning shots

South Korea’s military said about 10 North Korean soldiers returned to the North’s territory after the warning shots were fired.

Events

2 w. ago Why do South Korean celebrities reveal divorces years later, despite shifting social views?

More South Korean stars are revealing their divorces years later, balancing privacy, public image, and societal expectations amid evolving attitudes.

Politics

2 w. ago North Korea’s Kim showcases new sniper rifle as South Korea impeaches president Yoon Suk

Footage of Kim Jong-un personally testing the new sniper rifle came on the same day that South Korea’s Constitutional Court upheld president Yoon’s impeachment.

Politics

2 w. ago Beijing’s crackdown on solar panel oversupply ‘too little, too late’: US advisory firm

Clean Energy Associates says ‘measures lack sufficient substance to impact the already established online manufacturing capacity’.

Politics

3 w. ago Guest post: Saudi Arabia’s surprisingly large imports of solar panels from China

Guest post: Saudi Arabia’s surprisingly large imports of solar panels from China  Carbon Brief

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3 w. ago In South Korea, the elderly risk their lives fighting wildfires for US$50 a day

More than seven in 10 of South Korea’s seasonal wildfire fighters are aged 60 or older. This month’s wildfires claimed some of their lives.

Events

3 w. ago Human error suspected to be behind South Korea’s wildfires as death toll rises

With homes, factories and a 1,300-year-old temple destroyed, investigators suspect tomb clearing or welding may be to blame.

Events

3 w. ago As South Korea burns, officials suspect human error to blame for wildfires

At least 23 people have died and a 1,300-year-old temple has been destroyed. Investigators say tomb clearing or welding may be the culprit.

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