Xi’s 2026 New Year Speech & Global Trade: Expert Insights from Mexico-China Chamber
Efren Calvo from the Mexico-China Chamber breaks down Xi Jinping’s 2026 New Year speech and its impact on global trade and Asian markets.
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China’s 15th Five-Year Plan: Global Impact & Future Outlook
A quick look at China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030): tech, green energy, digital economy, and global ties. What it means for young pros in South and Southeast Asia.
BRICS Boom 2025: New Members and What’s Next for 2026
In 2025, BRICS welcomed several new members, boosting its economic might and opening doors for tech, trade and youth opportunities. Here’s why 2026 is set to be even bigger.
Europe’s Carbon Border Tax: Is It Sparking Global Change?
Europe’s CBAM goes live on Jan 1, 2026, nudging China, Türkiye, Japan and others towards carbon pricing. Is this border tax sparking global change?
2025: The Year Protectionism Won? Inside US Tariffs’ Global Impact
In 2025, sweeping US tariffs reshaped global trade, adding $1,200 to US household costs and prompting Asia to rethink supply chains.
Venezuela Enacts Anti-Piracy Law to Safeguard Maritime Trade
On December 23, 2025, Venezuela’s National Assembly passed a law to defend navigation and trade freedom against piracy, blockades and other illicit acts, with penalties up to 20 years.
Hainan FTP to Drive China’s High-Standard Opening Gateway
China’s Hainan Free Trade Port is set to be a key gateway for high-standard opening, offering new customs perks, zero tariffs for least developed countries, and boosting 2025 trade growth.
EU extends Russia sanctions till July 2026: What it means for tech & energy 🌍
The EU has renewed sweeping sanctions on Russia for six more months until July 2026, affecting trade, energy, finance, and technology, while boosting support for Ukraine.
China’s Trade Law Draft Embraces Cross-Border Finance
China’s top legislature starts reviewing a trade law amendment draft to boost cross-border finance and empower fintech and e-commerce across Asia.
Yangpu Port: Hainan FTP’s Smart Trade Hub
Yangpu Port is powering global trade as the smart heart of Hainan Free Trade Port with no-customs-fee policies and 58 world-spanning routes.