China Eyes Two-Way Investment Boost with Belt and Road Partners
China’s Belt and Road trade reached 23.6 trillion yuan in 2025, up 6.3%. China now aims to deepen two-way investment and build Green & Digital Silk Roads for 2026–30.
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Belt and Road Trade Powers Over Half of China’s Foreign Commerce
By late 2025, trade with Belt and Road partner countries made up over half of China’s foreign trade, thanks to a land, sea, air and cyberspace connectivity framework.
Mainland China’s Foreign Trade Hits 45.47T Yuan in 2025
In 2025, mainland China’s foreign trade hit a record 45.47 trillion yuan, up 3.8% from 2024—here’s why it matters to South and Southeast Asia.
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Ireland’s Taoiseach Micheal Martin says de-coupling from China isn’t practical, highlighting the tangled global supply chains and what it means for Asia.
China Probes Japanese Dichlorosilane Imports in Anti-Dumping Investigation
China’s Ministry of Commerce has kicked off an anti-dumping probe into Japanese dichlorosilane imports, citing price drops and rising volumes that hurt domestic chip makers.
China Revises Foreign Trade Law, Effective March 1 2026
China’s top legislature adopted a revised Foreign Trade Law on Dec. 27, set to take effect on March 1, 2026, impacting cross-border trade rules and business strategies.
China Calls for Balanced TikTok US JV Solution
China’s Commerce Ministry urges a balanced, law-compliant solution for TikTok’s US joint venture, following agreements with three investors to secure its US operations.
China Grants General Licenses for Rare Earth Exports, Easing Tech Supply
China’s Ministry of Commerce has approved general export licenses for rare earth items, streamlining procedures and promising smoother tech supplies across Asia.
China to Require Licenses for Steel Exports from January 2026
China will require licenses for certain steel exports starting January 1, 2026, to standardize shipments, ensure quality, and support global supply stability.
China Says No Market for Japanese Seafood Amid Tensions
The Chinese Foreign Ministry says there’s no market for Japanese seafood in the Chinese mainland due to regulatory gaps and PM Takaichi’s political remarks.