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China’s auto exports see Iran war disruption

The escalating conflict in Iran has disrupted Chinese car shipments to the Middle East, reports Caixin. The situation is paralyzing Chinese business operations in Iran and threatening the viability of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as a crucial transshipment hub. A source at a Chinese state-owned automaker told Caixin that his company’s business in Iran has […]

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China reduces tariffs on Canadian canola

China sharply reduced tariffs on Canadian canola over the weekend, reports Caixin. The moves marks a major de-escalation in bilateral trade tensions following Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent visit. China’s Ministry of Commerce confirmed Saturday that it would impose a 5.9% anti-dumping duty on Canadian canola, effective March 1 and lasting five years. The rate […]

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US to probe impact of revoking China’s “normal trade status”

The US International Trade Commission said on Thursday it would investigate the economic impact of revoking China’s permanent normal trade status over a six-year period, reports Reuters. The move would likely increase tariffs on Chinese imports. The USITC, which studies trade and competitiveness matters and rules on anti-dumping and anti-subsidy trade cases, said its report would focus on […]

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China’s wind turbine exports hit record high in 2025

China’s wind turbine exports reached a record high in 2025, increasing about 50% from a year earlier to roughly 8 million kilowatts, reports Caixin. This comes as manufacturers accelerated a strategic shift toward building production bases overseas. The export estimate was based on data released in late January by Qin Haiyan, secretary general of the Wind […]

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China imposes anti-subsidy tariffs on EU dairy

China will impose anti-subsidy duties on certain dairy imports from the European Union for five years, reports Caixin. This comes after the Ministry of Commerce (MOC) concluded that government support had harmed the domestic industry. The MOC said Thursday that the final ruling covers products including cheese and fresh cream and will take effect Friday. The […]