WTO director-general warns of protectionism

BUENOS AIRES – Roberto Azevedo, the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), issued a stark warning on Sunday regarding the persistent "threat of protectionism," while simultaneously emphasizing that "trade…

UK and China Agree to Significantly Boost Direct Weekly Flights to 150, Signalling Post-Brexit Trade Ambitions

The United Kingdom and China have jointly announced a substantial increase in the number of direct weekly flights permitted between the two nations, raising the cap from 100 to 150.…

OPod Tube House Sparks Debate on Hong Kong’s Housing Crisis at Design Inspire 2017

The innovative OPod Tube House, a novel concept designed to alleviate Hong Kong’s severe affordable housing challenges, garnered significant attention at the Design Inspire exhibition held in Hong Kong, China,…

Hainan Airlines Intensifies US Expansion, Eyes Shanghai Hub and Enhanced Connectivity Amid Soaring Demand

Hainan Airlines, China’s largest private air carrier, is embarking on an ambitious expansion strategy in the lucrative trans-Pacific market, signaling its intent to significantly increase direct flights between China and…

China Voices “Serious Concern” Over Latest US Trade Restrictions Amid Escalating Economic Tensions

China’s top trade official, Vice Premier He Lifeng, conveyed Beijing’s “serious concern” to his United States counterparts on Thursday regarding Washington’s latest round of trade restrictions, according to reports from…

China’s Automotive Market Navigates Slowdown with Modest 0.7 Percent Growth in November, Driven by Robust New Energy Vehicle Sales and SUV Popularity

China’s vast automotive market experienced a noticeable deceleration in growth during November, with vehicle sales registering a meager 0.7 percent year-on-year increase to 2.96 million units. This figure, released by…

China Accelerates Industrial Overhaul, Exceeding Coal and Steel Capacity Reduction Targets Ahead of Schedule Amid Environmental Push

China is on track to significantly surpass its ambitious goals for reducing industrial overcapacity in both the coal and steel sectors, achieving key targets years ahead of schedule. This accelerated…

Air China Inaugurates Direct Beijing-Brisbane Service, Poised to Deliver Substantial Economic Boost to Queensland

SYDNEY – In a landmark development for Queensland’s tourism and economic landscape, the inaugural Air China flight from Beijing to Brisbane touched down safely on a recent Monday afternoon, marking…

BAIC Group Sets Ambitious Timeline for Phasing Out Conventional Fuel Vehicles by 2025

Beijing Automotive Group Co (BAIC Group), one of China’s prominent state-owned automakers, has declared an ambitious strategic pivot towards new energy vehicles (NEVs), committing to a complete cessation of conventional…

Retail Committee Urges Taiwan Government to Accelerate Regulatory Reforms and Digitalization Under U.S.-Taiwan Trade Framework

The Retail Committee has issued a comprehensive set of recommendations to the Taiwan government, emphasizing the need for enhanced regulatory transparency, efficient governance, and a modernized digital infrastructure to capitalize…