India’s merchandise trade deficit widened marginally to $25.04 billion in December 2025, as a sharp rise in imports outpaced the modest recovery in exports, official data released on Thursday showed.
China notches historic $1.2 trillion trade surplus despite Trump tariffs
China recorded the world’s biggest ever trade surplus in 2025, capping off a year in which the world’s largest manufacturer defied US trade pressure by ramping up exports to other global markets.
Starbucks once seemed unstoppable in China. Its US owner is now giving up control
Nearly three decades ago, Starbucks opened its first outlet in China with much fanfare, involving a troupe performing a traditional “golden lion” dance and eager customers trying cappuccinos made with …
Micron to exit server chips business in China after ban, sources say
Micron plans to stop supplying server chips to data centers in China after the business failed to recover from a 2023 government ban on its products in critical Chinese infrastructure, two people …
China notches historic $1.2 trillion trade surplus, up 20% despite Trump tariffs
China recorded the world’s biggest ever trade surplus in 2025, as well as a 20% jump from 2024, capping off a year in which the world’s largest manufacturer defied US trade pressure by ramping up …
GE HealthCare weighs selling stake in China business
GE Healthcare Technologies Inc. is exploring options including the sale of a stake in its China unit, people familiar with the matter said. The US medical technology company has been working with …
Bangladesh gains investments, allies: CA Yunus leads at UNGA
Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus made significant diplomatic and economic engagements on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), boosting Bangladesh’s international profile …
Pakistan–Canada Trade Crosses $1 Billion Per Year
Pakistan–Canada bilateral trade has crossed $1 billion annually, marking a major milestone in economic ties between the two countries, Canada Pakistan …
Top Entrepreneurs in Pakistan Could Soon Get a Dedicated Business Passport
Pakistan to launch a business passport for top entrepreneurs, easing international travel and boosting investment in global markets.
An Introduction to Doing Business in China 2026 – New Publication Out
An Introduction to Doing Business in China 2026, the latest publication from Dezan Shira & Associates is out now and available for complimentary download through the Asia Briefing Publication Store.