US steel production rises as Trump tariffs erode reliance on imports US steel production rose 7 per cent year on year through July, with the country rising to be the world’s third-largest producer in 2025 Ralph Jenningsin Alameda, California Pacific Steel... See more
Grape expectations: California winemakers optimistic for China export resurgence Despite trade tensions and tariffs, California wineries are hopeful that US wine exports to China will recover as trade relations stabilise Ralph Jenningsin Livermore, Califo... See more
China’s hi-tech boom pushes firms to boost pay in 2027 as keeping talent a priority The modest rise still lags regional averages and comes as firms try to retain staff amid aggressive recruitment, according to a new report Employers in China anticipate a ... See more
China makes offer to Indonesia, positioning itself for unique access to minerals: analyst Beijing may attempt to trade manufacturing assistance for access to Indonesia’s vast, export-restricted reserves China has offered to assist Indonesia in improving i... See more
China’s durian imports from Thailand and Malaysia soar as glut pressures growers Chinese imports of the pungent fruit have increased by 47 per cent in the first half of 2026, prompting a sharp decline in prices China’s durian imports rose 47 per cent, yea... See more
