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Why Japanese-owned auto plant becomes contract manufacturer for Chinese brand? - June 17, 2026
Recently, Nissan announced that it had signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Chery International UK, under which it will study manufacturing Chery passenger vehicles at its Sunderland plant's production Line One in the UK from April of financial year 2027.
New drivers powering growth momentum - June 17, 2026
Despite drastic changes and rising uncertainties in the global trade and investment landscape, China's economy continues to demonstrate resilience and steady upgrading momentum.
G7 needs to focus guidance and impetus on inclusive global growth and development - June 16, 2026
As the club of the world's major developed economies commenced its annual summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, on Monday, the debate over whether China should be invited to join has resurfaced. The Associated Press cut to the chase, posing the question, "Without China, does the G7 make sense?"
Benefits of cooperation with mainland tear apart DPP authorities' information cocoon - June 15, 2026
The opening of the 18th Straits Forum in Xiamen, Fujian province, last Saturday speaks volumes about how people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait aspire to boost their interaction for shared development.
It’s time for G7 to wake up from its ‘leader’s illusion’ - June 15, 2026
The Group of Seven (G7) summit will take place from June 15 to 17 in Evian-les-Bains at the foothills of the French Alps, also known as the town of Evian. Even before its opening, the summit has already drawn a flood of controversies and criticism, revealing deep divisions and unmistakable decline within the Western bloc.
World Cup should be platform for global unity - June 14, 2026
The FIFA World Cup 2026 has finally arrived. The tournament kicks off last Thursday in Mexico City, where Mexico will face South Africa in the opening match. Featuring an expanded roster of 48 teams and a record-breaking 104 matches over 39 days, the global event, which will unfold across an unprecedented three host nations — Canada, Mexico and the United States — is the largest ever.
Japanese business community should speak out to the Takaichi government - June 14, 2026
Last Thursday, the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China (JCCIC) released the White Paper on the Chinese Economy and Japanese Enterprises 2026 in Beijing.
Political-military alignment with ulterior motives the real threat to regional stability - June 14, 2026
With the Sanae Takaichi government of Japan leading the charge, the Ferdinand Marcos Jr government of the Philippines eagerly following, and the Lai Ching-te authorities of China's Taiwan region enthusiastically lending their support, East Asia is witnessing the gradual formation of a potentially destabilizing political-military alignment.
Maritime traffic enforcement east of Taiwan Island sends a pointed warning to Japan, the Philippines - June 11, 2026
On June 10, China's Ministry of Transport concluded a maritime traffic enforcement and hydrographic survey operation in waters east of Taiwan Island. The operation demonstrates that China's exercise of jurisdiction in the waters east of Taiwan Island has moved beyond legal pronouncements and policy statements, and has now been translated into comprehensive practices, including on-site law enforcement, hydrographic survey operation, navigation management, and safety assurance.
China's trade data provide food for thought - June 11, 2026
China's exports rose by 19.4 percent in May from a year earlier, accelerating from April's already impressive 14.1 percent growth. Imports grew even faster, jumping 27.4 percent after April's 25.3 percent increase. Total trade expanded by 16.9 percent in yuan terms, pushing monthly trade above 4 trillion yuan ($587 billion) for the third consecutive month and bringing the cumulative trade growth for the first five months of the year to 15.3 percent.
