Indonesia's reported decision to join the NDB is not only crucial for its own economic development but also reflects the growing urgency of developing countries' economic needs for strengthening South-South cooperation.

Just as US suppression has spurred China's self-reliance in various sci-tech fields, the pressure faced by the shipbuilding industry will only fuel its determination to achieve technological breakthroughs and expand its market reach.

While it remains unclear the exact tariffs the US will impose on each country, the development so far indicates that the US market and the US auto industry still have high dependence on external supply chains, and tariffs won't change the fact that they still need to import.

In the face of a global economy rife with uncertainties, there is growing interest in how China and the EU can effectively address their differences and enhance cooperation through constructive dialogue and pragmatic consultation.

For India's manufacturing sector, the external environment is challenging in 2025. However, leveraging the opportunities presented by China's development and its commitment to high-level openness could boost India's manufacturing growth and, in turn, strengthen the Indian economy.

The US has been politicizing trade and tech issues and abusing export controls. This approach has restricted its own exports, particularly in sectors where the US holds a competitive edge.

The rising frequency of extreme weather events, from devastating wildfires to powerful tornadoes, serves as a stark reminder of the pressing urgency for global climate action. However, the recent reversal of US climate policies has cast a troubling shadow over global climate efforts, making the already uphill battle to combat climate change even more daunting.

As the US tariff policy continues to pile ever-growing pressure on the US economy and financial markets, it has become evident that Washington's use of tariffs as a means to gain the upper hand in trade negotiations or economic competition is an increasingly untenable strategy. The unilateral US approach toward global trade is more likely to plunge its own economy into a predicament rather than achieving its intended goals.

With the upcoming GPU Technology Conference (GTC) 2025 hosted by Nvidia, which is set to run from Monday to Friday in San Jose, California, investors are trying to use the conference to gauge the impact of the US "small yard, high fence" strategy on the future outlook and the broader technology industry.

The World Trade Organization (WTO) on Wednesday said that global goods trade appeared to remain steady in the fourth quarter of 2024 and looked set to continue growing in the first months of 2025, but increased trade policy uncertainty and the prospect of new tariffs could weigh on trade in the medium term.

While the US focuses on containing China's shipbuilding industry, China is actively enhancing the quality and technology of its ships. This stark contrast shows that the US stands little chance of stifling the rapid development of China's shipbuilding sector.

Flash sales are merely one aspect of China's diverse consumer landscape. Product diversification, by offering consumers more choices, only serves to establish more reasonable prices, which help in mitigating both deflation and inflation.

The enthusiastic discussions about patient capital among lawmakers and political advisors, coupled with the message in the Government Work Report, underscore a shift in China toward leveraging more patient capital to bolster the growth of high-tech sectors.

China's semiconductor manufacturing evolution is positively impacting global manufacturing, with better technology and lower costs benefiting downstream industries. This includes US companies with production bases not only in China but globally.

The US, by persisting in its reckless tariff policies, is chipping away at the very foundation of the US dollar's status. This erosion is not a sudden collapse but a gradual accumulation of policy missteps that undermine global confidence in the dollar's reliability.

The rapid development of China's robot industry has once again proved that it is impossible to stop the development of China's industry by curbing high technology.

The escalating costs associated with the US tariffs are rapidly materializing into a real and formidable crisis for American farmers, who are likely to be among the first to bear the brunt of the trade hostilities triggered by Washington's tariff policy.

By investing in modern transportation networks, renewable energy sources, and advanced technological infrastructure, China is shoring up its defenses against risks and bolstering its economic resilience in an increasingly complex global landscape.

Amid the shifting global economic landscape and the rapid upgrading of China's domestic consumer market, the integrated development of domestic and foreign trade has become an increasingly crucial strategy for Chinese enterprises to enhance competitiveness and ensure sustainable growth. By leveraging the vast potential of the domestic market while maintaining their foothold in the international arena, Chinese enterprises have not only withstood the buffeting of external economic fluctuations but have also showcased the resilience of China's foreign trade.

As the aggressive US tariff policies have sent shockwaves through the global economy, placing great pressure on global trading networks, the BRICS nations - alongside other emerging economies - need to deepen regional collaboration and leverage multilateral mechanisms to defend their interests and weather the storm of unilateralism.

US tariff policies cannot deliver their promised benefits as the country is dragging the world into a dangerous “zero-sum game” that will ultimately leave the US itself trapped in an economic quagmire.

The CATL-Volkswagen cooperation not only signifies a new phase of deep cooperation between Chinese and German companies in the realm of new-energy vehicles but also serves as an important embodiment of cooperation between the two countries in the green economy.

Despite efforts to justify the US tariff move by pointing the finger at China, politicians struggle to explain why it is US allies that are bearing the brunt of these tariffs. In essence, this tariff policy is a byproduct of domestic political maneuvering in the US.

As European carmakers are grappling with cost challenges amid the green transition, the pending US vehicle import tariffs are further weighing on the European auto industry. At this juncture, policymakers in the bloc may need to consider primarily the potential benefits of industrial cooperation with Chinese companies.

Recent proposals by US President Donald Trump to impose tariffs on pharmaceutical imports are likely to bring shocks to the supply of generic drugs, on which millions of Americans depend. Rather than fostering an increase in domestic production, these tariffs could drive up costs for those who need them most and exacerbate drug shortages.

The escalating tariff threats from the US have placed regional cooperation among China, Japan and South Korea at a critical crossroads. Only by working together to resist the immense pressure brought by the US tariffs and maintaining the big picture of Asian regional economic cooperation can partners in the Asian industrial chain enhance regional competitiveness and provide a sustained impetus for the stability of the Asian economy.

China has consistently embraced an open and collaborative approach in the EV sector. This position reflects a profound understanding of its own developmental needs, the evolving global industrial landscape, and the shared interests of China and the EU.

China's economic fundamentals and its vast foreign exchange reserves further bolster the case for yuan stability. This, combined with the PBC's proactive measures, ensures that China has both the tools and the resolve to stabilize the yuan despite Western media outlets' misguided narratives.

Given the growing uncertainties in the global economic and trade landscape, the urgency for China and ASEAN to deepen cooperation and leverage their market potential has never been greater.

In the current wave of rapid artificial intelligence (AI) development, the choice between open-source and closed-source models by AI companies has again aroused heated discussion and widespread attention.

Canadian officials' approach of kowtowing to the US by positioning Canada as a pawn in the US' containment strategy against China, in order to avoid US tariffs, is incredibly unwise and will be counterproductive to their goal of protecting Canada's national interests.

The ripple effects of Washington's tariff policy extend far beyond traditional trade dynamics, unleashing unconventional spillover effects that reverberate throughout global financial markets and influence monetary policies.

China's AI development will not be derailed by Western scrutiny; instead, it is poised to flourish even more vigorously. The innovative model adopted by DeepSeek not only reduces research and development costs but also enhances the inclusivity of technology.

The latest developments surrounding Nippon Steel's investment in US Steel have again brought the competitiveness of the US steel industry back into the spotlight.

As US tariff policies continue to fuel global trade tensions, the importance of maintaining the authority and fairness of the WTO has become more critical than ever.

Tariffs have never been an effective solution to trade issues. If Washington genuinely wants to curb the persistent growth of the trade deficit, it needs to create a scenario where both the US and its trading partners can benefit, which would be a viable and sustainable path forward.

A sensible response to the US' gross dereliction of responsibility in tackling climate change is for China and the EU, two of the world's biggest economies, to lead the rest of the world on a cooperative path of green development.

As the world navigates through uncertainties and challenges, China's dedication to openness and inclusivity offers a model of resilience and growth, reinforcing its status as a key player in shaping the future of the global economy.

At a time when the global trade system is facing another round of tariff barrier challenges, the urgency for China and the US to seek new opportunities for cooperation, rather than falling into a tariff war that sees no winner, is becoming increasingly prominent.

A recent roundtable meeting convened by the MOFCOM has conveyed a strong and positive signal, demonstrating China's steadfast and pragmatic attitude toward deepening economic and trade cooperation with Europe.

China's foreign trade achieved both steady growth and structural optimization last year. These trends provide a vivid example of how the interplay between the financial sector and foreign trade has supported the transformation and upgrading of foreign trade.

The embrace of China's clean industry by countries in the Global South underscores the growing recognition of its sustainable development and demonstrates that Western attempts to block China's tech products from entering the global market are ultimately futile.

While the US has implemented stringent measures to suppress the development of Chinese tech companies, Nvidia CEO's visit to China at this time demonstrates clearly that the Chinese market remains crucial for the global tech industry.

The European Commission has reportedly urged the 27 EU members to conduct a 15-month risk assessment of outbound investments in semiconductors, AI and quantum technologies. However, rather than strengthening the EU's economic security and resilience, these actions could actually have the opposite effect.

The accelerated expansion of the US fiscal deficit not only plunges US government debt into an increasingly unsustainable predicament, but also casts a heavy shadow over the global economy, particularly developing economies, under the dominance of the dollar hegemony.

The US government appears to believe that cracking down on China's shipbuilding sector is the cure for its own industry, turning a blind eye to the fact that the decline of the American shipbuilding industry cannot be reversed through repression of others.

The California fires serve as a severe alert about the urgent need for effective climate change policy and action in the US, which is also a reminder for nations worldwide of the importance of taking decisive actions to address climate change.

China's wind power sector, renowned for its impressive advancements, is steadily emerging as a pivotal driver in the global energy transition. By leveraging international cooperation models like South-South cooperation, Chinese wind power companies can overcome international trade barriers while playing a crucial role in optimizing the global energy landscape.

An increasing number of examples indicate that the key to the EU's green transition lies not in imposing trade barriers, but rather in effectively expanding the green consumption market.

Washington's “small yard and high fence” strategy appears increasingly unsustainable, as the growing rift between the US government's containment policy and the interests of American tech businesses has become public and irreconcilable.

Western media outlets repeatedly use the logic of traditional Western economics to explain the economic challenges currently faced by China. Such biased and misunderstood judgments will eventually be proved wrong by the reality of China's development.

The ongoing concerns over China-US soybean trade despite relatively stable purchasing data may be seen as a microcosm of the uncertainties the US has brought to bilateral trade.

Despite the geopolitical headwinds, Chinese companies have made inroads into global markets and participated in the world's major electronics show. Their confidence comes from technological advances in indigenous innovation.

Trade between China and South Korea has reached a critical juncture amid complex geopolitical pressures. Central to this issue is the urgent need for a practical cooperation mechanism. This effort is particularly vital in key strategic sectors, such as semiconductors.

In the context of intensifying global technological competition, the urgency of enhancing original innovation capabilities for China's technological development and industrial upgrading is becoming increasingly critical.

Hypes about “origin washing” are unfounded, as the existing regulatory frameworks guarantee the traceability of product origins. These misleading claims can be seen as an excuse for justifying the US' increasing trade protectionism.

The steady willingness of Chinese companies to pursue investments abroad is the inevitable result of China's growing strength in industrial competitiveness, and an important reflection of Chinese companies' active embrace of the global economy.

With the launch of the polysilicon futures, its price discovery mechanism will more accurately reflect the supply and demand dynamics of the domestic polysilicon industry, thereby establishing a “China price” for polysilicon trade.

It has become urgent for China, Japan, and South Korea to achieve new breakthroughs in economic and trade cooperation. This collaboration is essential not only for the industrial chains among regional countries, but also for upholding the multilateral trade system and advancing regional economic integration.

Despite US unilateral measures, such as the Section 301 probe, to serve its own strategic interests, the development of China's chip industry will not be obstructed by the hegemonic approach of the US, which puts the global chip industrial chain in potential jeopardy.

With the steady advancement of the construction and plans of the railway network spanning Southeast Asia and the Eurasian continent, infrastructure efforts aimed at reshaping global connectivity are set to inject new vitality into the development, stability, and peace of both the region and the world at large.

As China's new-energy sector experiences rapid growth, the Xinjiang region is bringing its unique strengths and resources into play to maximize its potential in this field, making a significant contribution to its overall economic development.

CATL's battery swapping ecosystem model, to a certain extent, serves as a prime example of how Chinese companies are not only advancing and expanding the EV sector but also demonstrating resilience and adaptability in the face of external pressures.

China and the US share common interests and vast potential for cooperation in the field of digital trade. Making good use of such potential rather than sabotaging it for geopolitical purposes is what is needed for further development of global trade.

The major divergence in the development trajectories of the steel industries in the East and West not only mirrors the profound changes in the global economic landscape, but also serves as a vivid testament to China's pursuit of a high-quality transition.

Despite short-term fluctuation, a profound transformation within the Chinese economy has the potential to bring vast opportunities for enhanced economic and trade cooperation between China and Australia.

The WSJ's report on the potential expansion of US restrictions only underscores the counterproductive effects of previous measures imposed by Washington. If the US extends its restrictions to more regions beyond China, it will only expose a deeper strategic impasse.

While the increase in the US CPI for November seems to be relatively moderate, media attention on this issue has intensified, with some even linking inflation to the rise of tariffs, reflecting growing concerns from the global market regarding the US' trade protectionist policies.

The US strategy toward China is increasingly detrimental to American businesses, a reality that has garnered growing attention and concern among them. Companies are beginning to recognize that Washington's approach toward China is not merely a political issue, but also an economic one that impacts their competitiveness and growth.

The Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee on Monday held a meeting to analyze and study the economic work of 2025.

In the face of rising trade protectionism and the US push for "decoupling," the question of how China and Australia can uphold and bolster bilateral economic and trade cooperation and avoid being carried away by third parties amid a complex and changeable international landscape has emerged as a pressing focus of attention.

China's semiconductor industry has demonstrated a remarkable surge in self-innovation in recent years, particularly in the face of escalating sanctions and export restrictions imposed by the US. Rather than retreating in the wake of these challenges, Chinese chip manufacturers have accelerated their efforts toward domestic production, achieving significant advancements across various sub-sectors. This development not only highlights the resilience and innovative spirit of China's chip industry but also signals the failure of Washington's strategy to contain China's technological development.

It seems that some US politicians have become increasingly inclined to exploit the island of Taiwan's reliance on Washington in an attempt to gain both geopolitical and economic interests from this strategic pawn. However, this deepening reliance could potentially expose the Taiwan region to greater risks in the future, making it more easily fall victim to America's pursuit of its own economic and strategic interests.

Global investors are treasure-hunting in China's undervalued capital markets. On Monday, Wall Street traders spent approximately $55 million to buy call options on a leveraged ETF tracking the benchmark CSI 300 Index, which tracks the top 300 shares on the Shanghai and Shenzhen stock exchanges, the Shanghai Securities News reported on Tuesday. Typically, the trading volume of long options on the CSI 300 Index on Wall Street is significantly lower than this figure.

Despite the growing complexity of economic and trade relations between China and the EU, European companies remain steadfast in their confidence in the Chinese market, as evidenced by their continued investments and firm business choices.

The potential wheat deal between Argentina and China indicates that Argentina's wheat exports are poised to explore new and promising market avenues, but also presents a valuable opportunity for China to further diversify its grain import strategy.

If the US imposes high “dumping tariffs” on photovoltaic products imported from Southeast Asian countries, it is likely to further push up the prices of domestic products. Tariff barriers will ultimately stifle the long-term growth potential of the US photovoltaic industry.

China will keep the exchange rate of the yuan basically stable at an adaptive and balanced level to effectively mitigate external shocks while minimizing the negative impacts of significant exchange rate fluctuations on the economy.

If the EU can reconcile its internal division and establish a more unified investment policy framework by prioritizing economic rationality over political or ideological biases, its position as a more solid independent pole in a multipolar world will be consolidated.

The importance American companies attach to the Chinese market exemplifies the profound potential for mutual benefit and win-win cooperation that arises from China's commitment to opening up its economy.

The continuous rise in US debt is no longer merely a short-term trend, but a significant long-term challenge that has far-reaching spillover effects on the global economy.

Themed "Connecting the World for a Shared Future," the second China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) is scheduled to take place in Beijing from Tuesday to Saturday.

The committee creates a new platform and opportunities to enhance international governance and cooperation on AI, as well as promoting the global sharing of AI development achievements. It also echoes the common desire of the international community to strengthen governance and cooperation in AI.

Although the EU news regarding EV technology transfers may raise concerns, there is no reason to adopt a pessimistic outlook on the potential for China-EU cooperation.

A balanced diplomatic strategy, which aims to strengthen its alliance with the US without compromising its relationship with China, is the most effective approach in safeguarding South Korea's interests.

Through a combination of policy guidance, financial assistance and technological collaboration, China actively fosters global agricultural development, making contributions to poverty alleviation.

China has deepened cooperation with the other five Lancang-Mekong countries, enhancing trade and investment, improving customs efficiency and promoting people-to-people exchanges. These efforts have made a positive contribution to the region's economic growth.

The extreme volatility of cryptocurrency prices has had a significant impact on international financial markets, increasing the fragility and instability of the financial system. That is also why China takes a cautious approach toward cryptocurrency trade.

The EU needs to pursue a pragmatic approach to cooperation with China in order to maintain its flexibility in economic and trade relations. A hardline economic and trade policy stance toward China will only further restrict the EU's maneuvering space in economic cooperation, which will, in turn, exacerbate the EU's economic difficulties.

Despite challenges posed by the US-led technological blockade and various forms of international pressure, confidence in China's semiconductor industry has markedly strengthened, driven by encouraging developments and substantial policy support.

The gains of American agricultural companies at the CIIE underscore the vast potential and open attitude of the Chinese market while highlighting the complementarity and cooperation space between China and the US in the agricultural sector.

India's ambitious initiatives in the renewable energy sector are attracting considerable global attention. The Indian government and various companies are promoting the growth of this sector with great intensity, leading some Western media outlets to view these efforts as a challenge to China's dominance in the green supply chain.