China Prepares Second Terminal to Boost Import of Sanctioned Russian LNG
China is set to open a second terminal in Shandong province to import sanctioned Russian LNG, expanding Moscow’s access amid European phase-out plans.
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U.S. Grants Temporary Sanctions Relief to Iran’s Oil Sector Amid Preliminary Deal
The U.S. Treasury issues a 60-day license permitting Iranian oil exports and transactions as part of early negotiations aimed at stabilizing regional tensions and global energy markets.
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China Restricts Tech Exports to U.S. Defense Firms in Retaliation to Sanctions
China has responded to U.S. sanctions targeting its technology giants by imposing export controls on key tech products to American defense contractors.
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China Imposes Targeted Sanctions on 10 U.S. Defense Companies Amid Rising Trade Tensions
China restricts dual-use exports to 10 U.S. defense firms and bans government procurement from 46 U.S. companies, escalating the technology and defense standoff with Washington.
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Taiwan Urges Atemoya Export Diversification Amid Fears of Chinese Trade Manipulation
Taiwan warns that Beijing’s control over atemoya imports risks weaponizing fruit trade, urging expansion into new markets and product forms to reduce dependence.
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European Union Considers Extending Tariffs to Chinese Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles
The European Union is reportedly planning to impose tariffs on Chinese plug-in hybrid vehicles, closing a loophole that allowed these models to enter Europe tariff-free.
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Rising AI Costs Drive Enterprises Toward More Affordable Chinese Alternatives
As AI expenses climb due to new pricing models and higher computing demands, businesses turn to cheaper Chinese AI solutions and cost-cutting strategies.
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India Initiates Anti-Dumping Probe on Chemical Imports from China and Japan
India has launched an investigation into alleged dumping of Resorcinol imports from China and Japan, aiming to protect local manufacturers from unfairly low-priced chemical imports.
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India and UK deepen ties through AI, emerging tech, and trade agreement ahead of launch
India and the UK advanced discussions on AI, innovation, and the upcoming trade deal set to enhance bilateral economic growth and technological cooperation.
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US Questions Whether ASML’s Most Advanced Chipmaking Equipment Has Reached China
Washington has raised doubts about the presence of ASML’s top extreme ultraviolet chipmaking tools in China, despite the company’s denial and Dutch export controls.
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US Vice President’s Claim That Iran Gained Nothing from Oil Sanctions Relief Contradicted by Evidence
Despite assertions that Iran did not benefit from oil sanctions relief, decades of US restrictions and recent enforcement actions show Tehran’s oil trade remains a crucial financial lever.
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South Korea Navigates Economic Shifts Amid US-Iran Agreement and Trade Tensions
South Korea faces new economic opportunities and supply chain challenges following the US-Iran deal, while preparing to address trade tensions related to US-imposed tariffs.