Multinationals in China are concerned that the regulations could allow authorities to penalize companies and executives for shifting supply chains away from the country.
China exports growth in March misses estimates, imports surge most in over four years
China’s export growth slowed in March as manufacturers grappled with surging energy costs, with the Iran war disrupting supplies, while imports jumped more than expected.
China’s exports grew 2.5% in March in a sharp slowdown as Iran war raises uncertainty
China’s exports grew 2.5% in March from a year ago, significantly slowing from the previous two months as uncertainties rose from the Iran war and its impact on energy prices and global demand.
China reacts to Trump’s blockade of Iranian ports as tensions escalate
China warned the U.S. “not to meddle in our affairs,” noting it has “trade and energy agreements with Iran.” …
Trump warns China of ‘staggering’ 50% tariff if caught supplying military aid to Iran
President Trump warns China could face 50% tariffs if caught supplying military aid to Iran as a sweeping Strait of Hormuz blockade takes effect.
Trump warns China of ‘big problems’ over Iran weapons as Xi summit nears
President Trump warns China of “big problems” if it supplies air defense systems to Iran amid reports of potential MANPADS transfers to Tehran.
Iran war’s global energy crisis sharpens China’s advantage in clean tech
The war in Iran is sharpening China’s advantage in promoting a renewable energy future, as oil disruptions expose the fragility of fossil fuel systems.
China Says Strait of Hormuz Blockade Against Global Interests, Urges Restraint
China said a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz would go against the international community’s interests and urged calm and restraint by all sides. The U.S. military said it will begin a blockade …
Trump Puts China in Zugzwang and Forces a Visible Choice
But with his blockade of the Strait of Hormuz to all vessels engaged in the Iranian oil trade, in force as of 10 a.m. ET on Monday, Trump has put China in zugzwang. The term will be familiar to chess …
Samsung to Restructure Its China Business, Insiders Say
Samsung has a broad industrial layout in China, thus assessing its strategic adjustments in the country solely based on the sales performance of some products may be somewhat overgeneralized, …