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BUSINESSJul 3China-EU trade, Xi touts ‘global influence’, Nato summitChina told the European Union that it is willing to increase purchases of EU goods to help pare a massive trade gap, potentially easing the risk of a trade war. Commerce Minister Wang Wentao suggested that China is open to purchase agreements covering European goods in trade talks this week with EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic, the South China Morning Post reported, citing unidentified people briefed on the discussions. Lower tariffs on EU imports were also discussed (see trade talks joint...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 2China signals openness to reducing gaping EU trade surplus as Brussels toughens stanceChina told the European Union that it is open to exploring ways to cut its massive trade surplus with the bloc during talks in Brussels this week, according to multiple people briefed on the discussion. Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao signalled to EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic that China was willing to consider purchase agreements covering European goods. The discussions touched on lowering tariffs on EU-made goods, in a rare sign that China recognises that its billion-euro a day trade...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 2China can help Ukraine recover from war and advance industry, ambassador saysChina can provide “all-round” support for Ukraine’s post-war industrial recovery, Beijing’s envoy to Kyiv said while reaffirming his country’s commitment to pushing for a ceasefire and a political settlement for a conflict in its fifth year. The remarks were made by China’s ambassador to Ukraine, Ma Shengkun, in an article published by the Interfax-Ukraine news agency on Tuesday, marking the 15th anniversary of the start of the China-Ukraine strategic partnership. Ma said China’s history of...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 2EU chip industry squeezed by China, U.S. dependenceThe EU's chip industry is reportedly experiencing pressure due to its reliance on China and the United States.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSJul 2China’s Wang Yi to test whether transatlantic turmoil can soften Europe’s Nordic hawksChinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi kicks off a rare tour of Europe’s Nordic countries on Thursday, as Beijing tests whether it can use shifting geopolitical sands to find openings among some of the bloc’s most China-critical governments. The veteran diplomat will be in Denmark on Thursday and Friday for a series of meetings with Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen and a personal audience with King Frederik. In Stockholm he will meet Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and Foreign Minister...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHJul 1China’s EUV Lithography Progress: Parsing Signal From NoiseChina faces three specific barriers as it aims to produce key chipmaking equipment. Monitoring progress in these areas would help Western countries make better chip and AI policy.The Diplomat
WORLDJul 1China’s Fifa fever, EU’s trade deadline: 7 global relations readsWe have selected seven of the most interesting and important news stories covering global relations from the past few weeks. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. With no team in World Cup, Chinese fans root for Ronaldo, Messi … and a referee Among the hundreds of thousands of fans who travelled to North America for the World Cup are countless Chinese supporters. Yet while China remains one of the world’s largest football markets, its presence at the...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 1Caught between the US and China, can Europe remain competitive?As trade tensions grow, Europe tries to remain competitive while balancing ties with the US and China.Al Jazeera [en]
BUSINESSJul 1EU set for trade 'conflict' with China unless deal reached by autumn, EPP chief Weber tells EuronewsIn an exclusive interview with Europe Today, Manfred Weber warns the EU is heading into a "phase of conflict" with Beijing unless both sides strike a deal to significantly reduce trade imbalances by the autumn.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSJul 1Newsletter: EU entering trade ‘conflict’ with China without autumn deal, EPP boss Weber saysHello, it’s Mared Gwyn here with your morning digest. Today: The view from Dublin as Ireland takes over the EU presidency baton, and how EU allies have clinched better terms as the bloc’s steel tariffs kick in.EuroNews [en]
SCI & TECHJun 30Energy expert Yang Tao returns from Norway to China University of PetroleumAn engineer who spent decades in Norway’s energy industry has returned as distinguished professor at the China University of Petroleum-Beijing, a post he says will build a bridge with Europe to help create sustainable energy solutions. In a ceremony on June 13, university president Jin Yan handed a letter of appointment to Yang Tao, a member of both the Norwegian Academy of Technological Sciences and the Royal Norwegian Society of Sciences and Letters, for a position at the Chinese institution...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 30China says not root cause of EU woes following talksChina asserts it is not the primary cause of the European Union's challenges following recent discussions. This highlights ongoing diplomatic dialogue regarding economic issues.arabnews.com · Saudi Arabia
BUSINESSJun 30EU seeks ‘tangible results’ on China trade deficit by OctoberThe European Union set an October deadline for “tangible results” in tackling its growing trade deficit with China, after the two sides held talks in Brussels in an attempt to avoid a trade war. “Not everything will be solved, not everything will be fixed, but we think that between now and October, our teams have sufficient time to deliver the tangible results,” EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic told reporters on Monday, according to Bloomberg News. He spoke after “intensive, focused and...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 30China-EU joint statement on tradeChina and the European Union released a joint statement on Monday following talks between China’s Minister of Commerce, Wang Wentao, and the EU’s trade chief, Maros Sefcovic, in Brussels. During the meeting, the two sides agreed to establish a joint platform to monitor trade flows and to set up working groups to ease bilateral economic tensions. EU-China Joint Statement by scmpSouth China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 30Serbia heads for elections as EU-China trade tensions growUS and Iranian delegations return to Qatar for fresh talks as Brussels and Beijing work to resolve key trade disputes. Meanwhile, Serbia prepares for early elections after President Aleksandar Vučić announced his resignation.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSJun 30 India main counterbalance to China , says US Senator DainesUS Senator Daines stated that India serves as the primary counterbalance to China. This is a significant geopolitical assessment regarding international power balances.beijingbulletin.com · China
POLITICSJun 30 India main counterbalance to China , says US Senator DainesUS Senator Daines has stated that India serves as the primary counterbalance to China. This reflects a significant perspective on international geopolitical strategy.thehindubusinessline.com · India
BUSINESSJun 30Both side concerns need to be addressed in China - EU trade talks : Editorial flashAn editorial highlights the necessity of addressing concerns from both China and the EU during their ongoing trade talks. This indicates a focus on resolving potential disagreements to foster smoother international commerce.usa.chinadaily.com.cn · China
BUSINESSJun 29Europa y China evitan una guerra comercial y sientan las bases para equilibrar el comercioEl comisario europeo de Comercio, Maros Sefcovic y el ministro chino de Comercio, Wang Wentao, pusieron las bases para evitar ese conflicto y pactaron medidas a corto y a medio plazo.El déficit comercial de la Unión Europea con China llegó en 2025 a casi 400.000 millones de euros, más de 1.000 millones de euros cada día.Clarín
BUSINESSJun 29EU sets October deadline for ‘tangible results’ on China imbalances after key trade talksIn a bid to cool searing trade tensions, the European Union and China have launched a new ministerial-level platform for solving grievances, with Brussels insisting that disputes over trade imbalances, export controls and intellectual property must deliver “tangible results” by October. On Monday, in the middle of marathon talks in the Belgian capital, the sides issued a rare joint statement, in which they announced four initial workstreams, focused on trade and investment balancing, export...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 29EU sets October deadline to get 'tangible' results with ChinaAs EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič met his Chinese counterpart Wang Wentao in Brussels on Monday, he said he would travel to China this autumn. Germany’s trade Minister Katherina Reiche also met Wentao, with her ministry calling on Beijing to ensure “a level playing field".EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSJun 29China’s cooling, e-commerce giants reap windfall as a scorched Europe scrambles for reliefA heatwave sweeping across Europe has triggered a massive surge in sales for Chinese home appliances, with e-commerce giant Alibaba recording triple-digit growth for air conditioners and fans on its overseas platforms. On AliExpress, Alibaba’s international retail site, the June debut of air conditioners in Germany saw warehouse inventory for a 2.35-kilowatt Midea model completely wiped out by Thursday, according to data from Alibaba. The trend was also stark in southern Europe. Fan sales in...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 29Tesla Q2 deliveries preview: Improvement in China and Europe may offset U.S. weaknessA preview of Tesla's Q2 deliveries suggests that improvements in China and Europe might compensate for weaker performance in the U.S. This indicates a shifting regional dynamic in the company's sales.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSJun 29Xinhua Commentary : Cooling the heat in China - EU tradeA Xinhua commentary discusses efforts to de-escalate trade tensions between China and the European Union. This highlights ongoing discussions and concerns regarding international economic relations.newyorktelegraph.com · United States
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