World Trade Organization
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BRICS leaders meet to reduce US dollar reliance, boost global voice · 1 source tracked
Leaders from the BRICS bloc, including China, Russia, Iran, and India, met in New Delhi to discuss strategies for reducing their reliance on the US dollar. The summit emphasized hedging against dollar dominance rather t…
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Walmart China CEO: Customer Focus Drives 20.7% Growth Amidst Intense Competition
Walmart China's CEO, Christina Zhu, highlighted the company's significant growth in China, with a 20.7% increase in business last quarter, outpacing Walmart's U.S. operations. Zhu emphasized that the company's success s…
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Hong Kong aims to be a Chinese tech IP hub
Hong Kong is strategically positioned to become a significant intellectual property (IP) trading and servicing hub, particularly for mainland Chinese tech firms looking to expand globally. Leveraging its robust legal fr…
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China reaffirms Jiang Zemin's reform legacy in centenary commemoration
China recently commemorated the centenary of former leader Jiang Zemin's birth with a significant memorial event in Beijing. President Xi Jinping addressed the gathering, emphasizing Jiang's role in the Communist Party'…
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China's economic model challenges Western assumptions about capitalism
China has demonstrated that liberal capitalism is not the sole pathway to modernization, challenging a post-Cold War assumption. While allowing market competition and entrepreneurship, China maintains political control …
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Xi Jinping leads state funeral for former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji
Former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji, a key figure in China's economic reforms and its entry into the World Trade Organization, was honored with a state funeral. President Xi Jinping and other top party officials attended …
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US accuses 9 Latin American nations of aiding China's tariff evasion
The United States has accused nine Latin American countries of facilitating China's efforts to circumvent US tariffs imposed during the Trump administration. These nations allegedly serve as transshipment points, allowi…
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China's economic reformer Zhu Rongji dies at 97 · 4 sources tracked
Former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji, a key architect of China's economic reforms, has passed away at the age of 97. Known for his decisive leadership and drive for transformation, Zhu spearheaded China's entry into the Wo…
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China's former Premier Zhu Rongji, architect of WTO entry, dies at 97
Zhu Rongji, a pivotal figure in China's economic reforms and former premier, has passed away at the age of 97. He is widely recognized for his instrumental role in guiding China's accession to the World Trade Organizati…
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EU pesticide import curbs risk higher food prices, study warns · 1 source tracked
A European Union study indicates that proposed restrictions on pesticide use in imported agricultural products could lead to increased consumer prices. This finding aligns with concerns previously voiced by major agricu…
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China joins Brazil's WTO challenge against US forced labor tariffs
China has formally requested to join the World Trade Organization (WTO) consultations initiated by Brazil concerning US tariffs on goods produced with forced labor. Beijing argues it has a significant commercial interes…
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New TradeVerse benchmark tests LLMs on political negotiation in international trade
Researchers have introduced TradeVerse, a new benchmark designed to evaluate Large Language Models (LLMs) on their ability to understand longitudinal political negotiations within international trade. This benchmark is …
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Hong Kong GDP grows 4.3% in Q2 2026 amid strong global trade
Hong Kong's economy experienced a substantial expansion in the second quarter of 2026, with its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) increasing by 4.3% year-on-year. This growth, supported by robust external trade and resilient…
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Global merchandise trade surges in Q1 2026, driven by AI components
Global merchandise trade saw an unexpected increase in the first quarter of 2026, with a 1.9% quarter-over-quarter and 3.2% year-over-year rise. This growth was significantly boosted by a surge in trade of AI-related el…
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Hong Kong outlines 5-year plan for market growth and China integration
Hong Kong is developing a five-year plan to enhance its market by focusing on governance and strategic direction, aiming to leverage its strengths in connecting global capital and resources. The plan emphasizes deeper i…
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China to adjust helium export policy amid global supply squeeze
China has announced it will adjust its helium export policies following a temporary suspension of overseas shipments. The Ministry of Commerce stated this move is in compliance with foreign trade laws and WTO rules, aim…
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India's manufacturing growth can leverage both Japan and China, not choose between them
India's manufacturing growth can be achieved without exclusively choosing between Japan and China, as both nations offer distinct advantages. Japan is a significant investor in India, contributing over $48 billion in FD…
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Malaysia shrimp ban devastates Thai industry, prompts WTO threat
Malaysia has imposed an import ban on Thai shrimp, causing prices to plummet and buyers to disappear. The ban, which officially took effect on June 1, has severely impacted Thai shrimp farmers, with farm-gate prices dro…
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China Rejects OECD Report on Industrial Subsidies as 'One-Sided'
China has rejected a report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) concerning industrial subsidies, labeling it as "one-sided." The Ministry of Commerce stated that the report's definition …
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China commerce chief to meet EU counterpart amid trade tensions
China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao is scheduled to visit Brussels on June 29-30 for discussions with EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic. The visit aims to address escalating trade tensions between China and the European U…