In response to global energy challenges and shifting trade dynamics, China is implementing a dual-track approach to enhance economic stability. This includes fortifying domestic supply chains with diverse imports and accelerating renewable energy projects while engaging the U.S. in targeted dialogues on energy cooperation and regulatory standards. As China strengthens its position in the global market, concerns regarding its labor practices and trade investigations linger, but the overall assessment indicates a moderate-risk outlook centered on potential collaborative opportunities.

“One year after Liberation Day, a new CSIS Chart by @DiegoTMEC examines how the U.S. trade deficit has relocated to other Asian manufacturing hubs amid the U.S.-China trade war.”

“They also discuss new Chinese investigations into U.S. trade practices.”

“Brazil has added China’s electric car maker BYD to its official list of companies accused of using slave-like labour conditions, following a 2024 scandal involving 163 workers.”

“China summoned the country’s leading battery makers for a second time in a little over three months.”

“The Chinese government has given state refiners the green light to tap commercial reserves of oil, sources say, as a six-week war in the Middle East creates a global energy crunch.”

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“The Chinese government has given state refiners the green light to tap commercial reserves of oil, sources say, as a six-week war in the Middle East creates a global energy crunch.”

“Nations that bet on China's supply chains are faring far better than those who took a chance with the US, writes @mihirssharma (via @opinion)”

“China’s exports of electric vehicles and hybrids more than doubled in March to a record as the global energy shock stemming from the Iran war renewed interest in EVs.”

“the country’s government is considering Chinese auto-industry investments to reduce dependence on the US.”

“Millions of Chinese citizens owe more on their mortgages than their properties are worth, and it's forcing banks to get creative.”

“The top US trade official said restrictions on foreign technology will likely keep Chinese carmakers out of the US for the foreseeable future.”