During Nepalese Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli's visit to China from Monday to Thursday, he reaffirmed Nepal's commitment to actively engaging in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). In May 2017, China and Nepal signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on bilateral cooperation under the framework of the BRI. Seven years on, cooperation through the BRI has deepened, further boosting bilateral economic growth. This strengthened cooperation is set to inject fresh momentum into the development of a multi-dimensional connectivity network across the Himalayas, with the potential to profoundly reshape trade networks throughout Asia.

US President Joe Biden is visiting Angola this week, showcasing the Lobito Corridor project, which is reportedly a multi-billion US dollar investment aimed at building a railway connecting the Angolan port of Lobito to the city of Kolwezi in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, attracting attention from Western media. Some outlets see the project as a tool of geopolitical competition, with VOA highlighting it as a part of the US strategy to counter China's influence in global development. However, the project's future remains uncertain.

In recent trading sessions, stocks related to humanoid robots in China's A-share market have seen a significant surge, attracting the attention of investors. This upward momentum reflects the increasing confidence in the future potential of China's humanoid robotics sector.

Deep-sea mining controversy necessitates joint international efforts to ensure sustainable development. Only by doing so can demands for resources be balanced with ecological protection and achieve long-term sustainable development of the sector.

Various indicators in the first three quarters of this year show that China's economic performance has remained stable, with several new factors contributing to a positive trajectory. The economy is expected to maintain momentum in the fourth quarter.

China-South Korea industrial cooperation has long been an important part of the Asian industrial network, consistently drawing attention. According to Korean news agency Yonhap, officials from both countries gathered on Thursday in Yancheng, East China's Jiangsu Province, to discuss strategies aimed at ensuring the stability of their supply chains.

The US Commerce Department announced Tuesday that it is finalizing a $7.86 billion government subsidy for Intel, down from the proposed $8.5 billion in March after the California-based chips maker won a separate $3 billion award from the Pentagon, Reuters reported. While the funding is significant, it remains unclear whether it will be sufficient to help Intel overcome its challenges.

Economic and trade relations between China and the Middle East are built on a solid foundation and have evolved significantly over time. Recently, these economic exchanges and cooperative efforts have strengthened, reflecting a mutual commitment to growth. This interest and effort from both sides foster a dynamic partnership that benefits both sides.

For some Western powers, critical minerals have turned into a strategic battleground. In response, these nations are forming alliances centered around these minerals, pressuring their allies to join exclusive blocs. This emerging trend threatens to disrupt global supply chains and poses a significant challenge to globalization.

Amid the rapid evolution in the global digital landscape and its associated industrial and supply chains, South Korea, an export-oriented economy, is increasingly supporting SMEs to drive growth, create jobs, and foster innovation. The country has stepped up efforts to activate the vitality of SMEs, integrating competitive industries, reforming institutions, supporting growth, and cultivating leading enterprises.

Northvolt, the Swedish manufacturer of battery cells for electric vehicles (EVs), has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the US, according to Reuters. The report highlights the swift downfall of Northvolt, which, in a matter of months, went from being hailed as Europe's best shot at a homegrown EV battery champion to a company struggling to stay afloat.

The US views manufacturing as a crucial driver of economic growth and innovation. Over the past decade, the federal government has implemented various plans and strategies aimed at supporting the sector's development. However, one key factor essential to revitalizing the US manufacturing industry - industrial automation - seems to have been overlooked.

The successful issuance and oversubscription of the bonds not only demonstrate the openness and vitality of China's financial sector but also reflect the strong appeal of the Chinese economy and the international investors' positive outlook on China.

Canada, following the lead of the US, said in August it would impose a 100 percent tariff on imports of Chinese electric vehicles (EVs). Mexico does not have a similar tariff. It should be noted that the ongoing pragmatic economic and trade cooperation between China and Mexico is a normal commercial activity conducted by enterprises from both countries, based on international rules and market principles, and no third party has the right to interfere.

The key issue of development is to boost critical investments in the low-income countries and lower-middle-income countries. China is demonstrating its support for shared prosperity and sustainable development. The win-win strategy for China and the partner countries is very important for the vital green transformation of the world economy.

In recent years, Washington has pushed for re-industrialization, even implementing trade protectionist measures in an attempt to bring manufacturing back to the US. Yet, the overall results have been disappointing. Frankly speaking, many long-standing challenges facing US manufacturing remain unresolved.

Consumers are typically most concerned with the price and quality of goods. It should be up to consumers, not protectionist trade policymakers, to decide which products to purchase. At the very least, Western consumers should have the freedom to make their own choices without interference from protectionist trade policies.

At a time when China's NEV industry has just set a new annual production record, old photos are being dug up again, using groundless and misleading reports about "EV graveyards" to talk down China's EV industry. The ill intention behind this is to suggest that "China's EV industry is struggling with issues of disorderly development and capacity waste." However, this is not true.

To provide a more accurate analytical perspective on the currency, it is necessary to consider the fluctuations of the yuan against the US dollar, as well as against other major currencies. Despite uncertainties and shocks from market fluctuations, the yuan remains one of the most stable currencies globally.

It is essential for APEC to value the successful experiences of past regional economic integration and trade liberalization efforts. In light of current common challenges, if zero-sum thinking can be ruled out, there is potential to enhance the regional economic growth outlook through strengthened cooperation.

Certain Western media outlets frequently hype the issue of "China's trade surplus," blaming China for "creating trade imbalances in global commerce" and sensationalizing trade war concerns. This perspective is misleading and serves as an excuse for implementing high protectionist tariffs and other unjustified trade barriers. It is these protectionist tariffs that pose a real threat to global trade.

The investment of Chinese EV makers in the African market is not a passive response to protectionist tariff barriers in Western countries as claimed by some Western media outlets; rather, it is a natural choice based on the increasingly close economic ties and cooperation trends among countries in the Global South.

The remarks made by the EU ambassador to China regarding trade dispute and market access issues reflect certain complexities and challenges in the China-EU economic and trade relationship. However, it is important to note that China's pace of opening-up will not be halted by external pressure or doubts.

In the face of arbitrary US restrictions and disruptions in global semiconductor trade, these companies continue to flexibly adjust their strategies and maintain close cooperation with the Chinese market. This approach reflects a recognition of China's vast market potential and irreplaceable position in the global semiconductor industrial chain.

While a deal has been reached to end the Boeing strike, concerns about the stability of the US labor supply and declining consumer confidence remain. The challenges facing US manufacturing persist, as political interference in the supply chain and additional protectionist tariffs are unlikely to strengthen the sector.

The GMS economic cooperation mechanism has made significant strides in fostering regional economic coordination and cooperation since its establishment more than three decades ago. In a world facing a sluggish economic recovery and geopolitical challenges, this regional economic cooperation mechanism is poised to further enhance economic and social development, as well as promote prosperity and stability in the region.

The expansion of the agricultural products exhibition area at the CIIE underscores China's commitment to diversifying and enhancing the inclusivity of its agricultural product imports. In the face of uncertainties in the international trade landscape, China will continue to promote greater openness, actively expand imports and create significant market dividends for the world.

The “Japan fate” hype over Chinese economy is absurd and ill-intentioned. This misleading perspective is merely another cliches about the “China collapse” narrative that is doomed to fail.

Amid intensifying competition in EV markets and rising protectionism in some Western countries, this development highlights BYD's strong competitiveness in the global EV market and the immense potential of China's EV industry. Although there is a certain pressure and some impact of protectionist practices from the West on Chinese EVs, this does not hinder the continuous development of China's EV industry.

The UK's willingness to have talks over reopening the JETCO with China is a positive development that should be welcomed. However, getting it done won't be easy for London, as previous rhetoric by the UK side about potentially reviving the key trade talks yielded little progress in recent years. To move forward, the UK needs to take more concrete actions to mitigate geopolitical influences and other challenges.

This attempt to extend the "threat" rhetoric and suppression of China's technological development into new fields is seen as an expansion of the US tech war. The misguided perception among certain US politicians that labels other countries' legitimate efforts to promote technology development as "potential threats" has no basis and stems from a zero-sum mentality that has been taken to extremes.

The robust recovery of Australia's wine exports to China underscores the robust momentum of the recovery in China-Australia economic and trade relations. The progress has been hard-won and should be valued and sustained.

Some in the US tend to perceive China as a primary contributor to the country's trade imbalance, and this perspective has become so entrenched that it allows little room for differing opinions.

The head of the IMF has recently stated that elevated consumer prices "are here to stay," intensifying the pain from sluggish global economic growth and mounting debt burdens.

At the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings in Washington, DC, one of the key focuses was the need for major economies to strengthen macro policy coordination to address mounting economic pressures.

The US is attempting to disrupt mutually beneficial cooperation in the global semiconductor industrial chain, which is not only detrimental to the US but also has a negative impact on the global development of the sector. As a result, it will inevitably face increasingly strong resistance.

The green transition has become a global consensus, embodying significant opportunities for economic and industrial chain cooperation worldwide. China has made substantial progress in the green industry sector. Unfortunately, some Western countries are not cooperating with China in the green industry; instead, they are opting to suppress and contain its green efforts.

Scholz's remarks not only reflect the ongoing divisions within the EU over hiking tariffs on Chinese EVs but also underscore the need to reckon with how to effectively strengthen industrial competitiveness within an economy. Free trade and market competition are vital drivers of industrial advancement. Protectionism does not bolster competitiveness and fails to promote development.

Shanghai-based Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding Co, a subsidiary of China State Shipbuilding Corp, and China Shipbuilding Trading Co, signed a new shipbuilding deal denominated in yuan with Canadian tonnage supplier Seaspan Corp on Friday for six container ships, according to China Media Group. This marks the largest single container shipbuilding deal to be settled in yuan in China this year.

As interest alone on US government debt exceeds $1 trillion, elevated deficits and skyrocketing interest payments may evoke fears of an imminent fiscal crisis if appropriate countermeasures are not taken. If the US debt level is perceived as unsustainable, it could trigger shocks in international financial markets.

Bangladesh is expected to formally apply for membership of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), the world's largest multilateral free trade bloc, this week, according to its commerce ministry. Ministry officials said the country is also preparing to negotiate free trade agreements with several countries, Business Standard reported on Wednesday.

US officials have discussed capping sales of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips from Nvidia and other American companies on a country-specific basis, and their focus is on Persian Gulf countries, Bloomberg reported, citing people familiar with the matter. If the report is true, the US semiconductor industry will very likely be the victim as chipmakers lose market share due to sales restrictions.

As the 2024 Paris Motor Show entered its second day on Tuesday, the presence of Chinese car companies garnered widespread attention. Despite the European Commission's plan to impose tariffs of up to 45 percent on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), Chinese companies showcased new models and layout plans at the event, demonstrating their commitment to overseas growth amid rising competition and protectionism.

Against the backdrop of multiple risks threatening the global trade recovery, rising protectionism and geopolitical interventions that challenge free trade cooperation, trade between China and Vietnam has maintained steady and robust growth. This trend underscores the significant dividends of strengthened regional economic cooperation, the advancement of free trade and the integrated development of industrial chains.

In recent years, the complex global political and economic situation has created persistent uncertainty that continues to affect the market, particularly the foreign exchange market. In this context, some foreign investment institutions often exaggerate the impact of normal fluctuations of Chinese yuan's exchange rate.

During the past week, the exchange rate of Chinese yuan has seen some fluctuations following a period of rapid appreciation.

The US Federal Reserve (Fed) on Wednesday released the minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee meeting that was held on September 17 and 18. As more details emerge, the growing policy uncertainties brought about by a change in US monetary policy is becoming increasingly unsettling.

“Decoupling” from China would serve only the interests of some American politicians but will disrupt the regional and global industrial chains. In the face of such tactics, falling into Washington's narrative trap isn't in line with the interests of other countries, including Mexico.

Against the backdrop of a global boom in demand for artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductors, Samsung Electronics' fast-growing yet lower-than-expected operating profit for the third quarter offers a window into the practical significance of China-South Korea chip industry chain cooperation.

The growth in China's foreign exchange reserves can be partially attributed to short-term factors such as fluctuations in exchange rates and asset prices. However, the sustained high levels and growth rates that exceeded market expectations strongly indicate the stable development of the Chinese economy.

Since Nepal's participation in the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) began several years ago, practical bilateral cooperation in various fields has noticeably accelerated, making a contribution to Nepal's transition from "land-locked" to "land-linked" via upgraded transport connectivity.

China is the world's largest new-energy vehicle (NEV) market - and it's growing. As the market grows, the development dividends it brings to multinational enterprises will become more apparent.

As certain economies periodically promote the rhetoric of "decoupling" from China - calling for import tariffs on a wide range of Chinese products, from steel to cement - South Korea's plan to import Chinese cement to alleviate the rising cost pressures highlights the critical need for enhanced industrial cooperation.

Trade protectionism and free trade represent two opposing approaches to international trade. It should be noted that, although protectionism has had an unprecedented impact on free trade, the latter has been proven as the easiest and most effective way to stimulate economic growth.

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD's reported plan to build its first EV assembly plant in Pakistan has sparked optimism about Pakistan's prospects to boost EV production and exports. This development signals a strengthening of industrial cooperation, particularly in the context of ongoing upgrades to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

The annual China-ASEAN Expo will be held in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, from Tuesday to Saturday. It will showcase the outcomes of fruitful cooperation between the two major economies and highlight the potential for more in-depth cooperation in emerging sectors such as green energy and AI. The expo has been successfully held for a total of 20 years, and has witnessed the rapid development of the friendship between China and ASEAN.

The recent actions of the European Commission in its electric vehicle tariff trade dispute with China have not only compromised the fundamental principles of international trade but also, when considered in a historical context, contradicted their original commitment to promoting free trade.

Regarding the trade dispute over the EV tariffs started by the European Commission (EC), China has demonstrated ample sincerity to resolve the issue. China approaches the case from the perspective of placing great importance on China-EU economic and trade cooperation, as well as on the China-EU relationship.

It has long been America's desire to revitalize its semiconductor manufacturing capabilities, but it won't be an easy task. Even if Apple's A16 chips are manufactured on American soil at TSMC's Arizona facility, the breakthrough doesn't mean it will be all blue skies and smooth sailing for the redevelopment of the US semiconductor sector.

Rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have the potential to deliver significant and ongoing opportunities for the world's economy. This brings a new chance for mutually beneficial cooperation among emerging economies.

The US' proposed restrictions on the de minimis exemption not only jeopardize the viability of cross-border e-commerce but also risk harming the interests of American consumers and businesses that benefit from these channels.

China's recent decision to fully open its manufacturing sector to foreign investment and allow more room for foreign capital in its health and medical care sectors has garnered significant global attention.

In recent years, some Western politicians have intensified their rhetoric regarding "China's overcapacity." Meanwhile, some Western nations have embraced trade protectionism, imposing high tariffs on China's burgeoning green industries, such as new-energy vehicles (NEVs), photovoltaics and lithium batteries.

The consumer price index (CPI) in the US, a key gauge of inflation, dropped to 2.5 percent in August, which sets the stage for the Federal Reserve, the country's central bank, to possibly start reducing interest rates at its next meeting on September 17-18.

The US is ramping up pressure on South Korea to align with export controls against China, calling for advanced chips like high-bandwidth memory (HBM) models to be provided only to allies, the Korea Herald reported on Wednesday. If the news is true, we advise South Korea to remain sober-minded. It will be a test of Seoul's wisdom to see if it can resist the pressure from Washington and continue to deepen its cooperation with China in the semiconductor sector.

Is India's attitude toward Chinese investment subtly changing? The question has drawn the attention of not only Chinese investors, but also public opinion in some developed countries. It is an interesting phenomenon. In the latest example, it was reported by Japanese media outlet Nikkei Asia that "India edges warily toward accepting more Chinese investment."

Although policy uncertainty around Chinese EV exports to major markets like the US and Europe continues, the full operation of its Gigafactory in Shanghai indicates the irreplaceability of the China market and supply chain to Tesla.

China is supplying the world with low-priced, high-quality rare earths and related products. But there have always been forces attempting to smear China's efforts to boost the normal development of the rare-earth industry for geopolitical and ideological reasons.

The 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) concluded in Beijing on September 6, with both sides vowing to jointly build an All-Weather China-Africa Community with a Shared Future for the New Era, and to pursue modernization and prosperity hand-in-hand.

Lately, some American politicians have again hyped China's "overcapacity," attempting to exert pressure on China and shift the blame of the US' domestic industrial crisis onto China.

Some politicians in the US continue to promote the narrative of “China's overcapacity,” despite it being inconsistent with economic principles and factual evidence. Such irresponsible rhetoric only serves as an excuse for advocating trade protectionism.

The US trade deficit surged by 7.9 percent from the prior month to $78.8 billion in July, the highest level in more than two years. Some political elites may still have an irrational fear about a deficit in foreign trade, even though much of their anxiety is unnecessary.

China is increasingly becoming an attractive hub for German companies to carry out research and development (R&D) to remain competitive in both the local and global markets, the South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported on Tuesday, citing a survey released by the German Chamber of Commerce in China. Such studies offer a new perspective for people to see the economic interaction between China and the EU.

China CSSC Holdings and China Shipbuilding Industry Corp (CSIC) announced on Monday a plan to merge through a share swap. With market values of hundreds of billions of yuan each, these two prominent shipbuilding companies are set to consolidate into a global industry leader in terms of assets, revenue and order backlogs. This merger will cement China's position as the world's largest shipbuilding country in terms of comprehensive competitiveness.

Options for four nonferrous metals - lead, nickel, tin and aluminum oxide - were listed on the Shanghai Futures Exchange on Monday. This development represents the more complete coverage of options in the nonferrous metal sector in China, offering a more comprehensive risk management tool for industries within this sector, according to Chinese financial news site stcn.com.

The 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), to be held in Beijing from Wednesday to Friday, will help accelerate economic development in Africa, especially infrastructure projects and the new-energy sector cooperation, an Egyptian scholar told the Global Times in a recent interview.

Many countries in the world now face a shrinking, and simultaneously aging, population, which, if not promptly reversed or mitigated, could negatively impact the sustainable growth of their economies. A sufficient number of people is indispensable for running and reinforcing the operation of a functioning economy.

China's technological innovation and industrial transformation calls for an increasingly educated and skilled workforce. Since the start of reform and opening-up, China's education sector has rapidly evolved, with compulsory education becoming universally available and higher education expanding, laying a solid foundation for improving the country's human resources and demographic structure.

The Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC), held from July 15 to 18, made systematic plans for further deepening reform comprehensively with an emphasis on building the high-standard socialist market economy.

The fifth Qingdao Multinationals Summit was held recently in Qingdao, East China's Shandong Province, drawing more than 500 attendees from more than 450 multinational enterprises. In a complex international environment, the summit was, to some extent, an epitome of the true interaction between China and the global economy.

China's local government debt periodically makes headlines in Western media outlets. Some Western commentators criticize the so-called "problematic balance" in China's central-local fiscal relationship, claiming it adds to the challenges facing the Chinese economy. Such voices are absurd and completely run counter to China's economic reality.

Several Western media outlets have recently published articles exaggerating the impact of China's "falling births" on the country's overall economy. A biased and distorted judgment of China's population development reflects those Western elites' serious lack of understanding of the Chinese economy.

A massive emerging market economy like China's always needs to value foreign direct investment (FDI), as it has been a catalyst for growth. FDI not only brings in much-needed capital but also helps in the transfer of technology, skills, and knowledge. This, in turn, boosts productivity and efficiency in the local economy.

The European Commission (EC) recently published a draft plan to impose up to 36.3 percent definitive countervailing duties on imports of Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), following the hostile action adopted by the US government-imposed 100 percent duty on Chinese EV imports.

There are many metrics to gauge an economy's growth quality and growth prospect, such as annual expansion of the gross domestic product (GDP), the advancement of average household's income, the technology development levels, broad public welfare, as well as improvements in environmental sustainability and social inclusion.

Western media outlets have repeatedly portrayed India as an "alternative" to China in terms of trade and manufacturing in their narratives serving the wrong "decoupling" approach. Yet, these misleading reports are detrimental to the development of the Indian infrastructure.

China has made strides in exploring and using renewable energy sources amid efforts to cut carbon emissions. The country's electricity consumption serves as a good example of this trend. Unprecedented load in July was met by record output from hydro and solar facilities, ensuring coal-fired generation fell slightly year-on-year, Reuters reported on Tuesday.

Amid a weaker than expected global economic recovery and increasing protectionism that's disrupting the world economy, enhancing development cooperation, particularly in infrastructure, between China and Vietnam holds great importance for the advancement of the regional and global economic recovery.

India has ambitions to become a major manufacturing hub, and it has been courting foreign firms to set up operations in the country. The process involves complicated issues. How India chooses to view its processing industry may be a key variable for the future of India's manufacturing development.

The third plenary session of the 20th Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, held in July, is of historical importance. During the session, the 20th CPC Central Committee adopted a resolution to further deepen reforms and advance Chinese modernization.

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) is expected to break ground on its first European factory in Dresden, Germany next week, the VOA reported. While the EU has stepped up efforts to revive the semiconductor sector, history teaches us that achieving success will require more than just manufacturing investment.

China recently released a 33-point guideline to ramp up the country's leading role in the green transformation of industries, services and other social activities to realize the country's pre-set green, low-carbon development goals. It is of great importance for the strategic guideline to be broadly and earnestly implemented. China's unflinching green push will contribute to achieving high-quality economic development.

Saudi Arabia's energy transition has created new opportunities for China-Saudi Arabia cooperation. In the latest example, it was reported by Reuters on Tuesday that China Energy Engineering signed a 6.98 billion yuan ($972 million) contract to build a solar power plant in Saudi Arabia.

Some Western media outlets have run reports hyping the claim that "foreign investors pull record amounts of money from China." Such efforts have fueled a new round of commentary about a "stalling Chinese economy," which has repeatedly been struck down by reality.

Nikkei Asia published an article on Sunday stating that Chinese courts have been handing down judgments related to generative artificial intelligence (AI). Some Westerners may tend to view the rule-making process of AI from the perspective of a global race. That is unnecessary. Verdicts by Chinese courts will make a positive contribution to improving global AI governance.

China's largest cities including Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen and Hangzhou have recently accelerated their pace of green transformation by quickly replacing internal combustion engine vehicles with clean new-energy ones.

Some Western countries may believe protectionist tariffs can discourage EV imports and help boost local EV industries, but the opposite is true. Southeast Asia's story proves that free trade and fair competition are what promote the development of the EV industry and contribute positively to economic growth.

India's Adani Group is planning a 150 percent increase in its output of solar panels by 2026 to bolster the country's carbon net zero target and reduce dependence on China, Bloomberg reported on Wednesday. However, it may be not smooth sailing ahead.

In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has been rapidly developed in Africa. A growing number of forums and conferences are discussing the possibility of AI cooperation in fields including agriculture, health care, education and finance. With the development opportunities created by AI, achieving breathrough development has become a focus among African countries.

The world's capital market landscape looks increasingly volatile and tumultuous this week, primarily caused by the sudden tick-up of unemployment rate in the US labor market. The inaction by the US Federal Reserve policymakers to adjust the interest rates in the first half of 2024 is to blame.