Beijing anticipated Donald Trump’s return to the White House, knowing he was both capricious and transactional. The US’s self-interest prompted China to maintain caution while asserting...
China’s fertility rates have plummeted to 1.0 children per woman. To combat this, the government has imposed a 13% tax on contraceptives, alongside child care incentives,...
In 2019, Trump sought to buy Greenland, but was rebuffed. In 2024, he threatened military action, citing national security, despite existing NATO and U.S.-Denmark defense agreements....
US President Trump’s decision to allow Nvidia H200 chip exports to China has prompted Beijing to limit domestic access, aiming to establish China’s own AI standards...
In 2025, China’s GDP grew 5%, supported by exports amid a trade war, but faces challenges like subdued consumer spending, public debt, a shrinking population, and...
China’s new five-year plan aims for carbon peaking by 2030 and neutrality by 2060, but coal still dominates energy. Challenges include inefficient renewable energy distribution and...
In 2025, China’s trade surplus reached a record US$1.2 trillion, defying US tariffs. While exports to the US fell, trade with Africa, ASEAN, Latin America, and...
Since Labor’s 2022 return, Australia-China relations stabilized, though not friendly. Amid U.S. tensions, Australia pursues independent security, balancing cooperation with China in trade while navigating complex...
Canada and China’s relationship remains tense post-2022 G20 talks, impacted by trade issues and diplomatic disputes. However, recent engagement suggests potential stabilization and a shift towards...