The world’s two biggest economies are facing considerable trade tensions, with implications for the global economy, supply chains, and trading system.
The Iran War Is Starting to Expose Cracks in China’s Economy
China’s strategic reserves of oil and natural gas have insulated it somewhat, but its manufacturing-based economy is beginning to falter.
China blocks Meta from acquiring startup Manus as global AI rivalry deepens
China has banned a planned acquisition of the AI startup Manus following a probe into Meta’s planned purchase of the firm.
China blocks Meta’s acquisition of Chinese-founded AI startup Manus
China has moved to block Meta’s $2 billion acquisition of Chinese-founded AI startup Manus, a decision that reflects Beijing’s concerns over losing key technology.
China says it will reverse major AI acquisition by Meta
The move against Manus AI is Beijing’s most aggressive step yet to stanch the loss of AI talent to the U.S., setting up a complicated legal and political fight.
China blocks Meta from acquiring AI startup Manus
Meta said Monday that the transaction “complied fully with applicable law” and that it anticipates “an appropriate resolution to the inquiry.” …
Xi Jinping wants China to read more—as long as it’s the right books
Swirling shelves of books rise in gravity-defying stacks to a high ceiling in a light-dappled room: a modern cathedral to learning. No wonder the library, in Tianjin, an eastern city, has become a …
Bank of China (Canada) and Canada China Chamber of Commerce Kick Off National Roadshows to Accelerate Canadian Business Participation in China International Import Expo (CIIE) 2026
Multi-city series to strengthen Canada–China trade ties and unlock new export opportunities for Canadian businesses.Toronto, April 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bank of China (Canada) (BOCC) and Canada …
China Orders the Unwinding of Meta’s Acquisition of an A.I. Start-Up
The impact of the ruling was not immediately clear, but it could send a chilling signal to Chinese tech founders seeking to team up with foreign companies.
Moody’s flags resilience in China economy, moves outlook to ‘stable’
April 27 (Reuters) – Credit ratings agency Moody’s on Monday revised China’s outlook to “stable” from “negative”, citing resilient economic and fiscal strength despite ongoing domestic pressures and …