Trade wars
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Joe Biden is ramping up his attack on China
Joe Biden is throwing the kitchen sink at a key part of China’s economy.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
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Inside China
The $23 billion deal that shines a light on a big threat to China
The takeover of US Steel is turning into a political nightmare, and the effects could be widespread.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
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Taiwan
China has spooked the West in the war that may never end
The West is splashing out hundreds of billions of dollars to maintain its edge in the fight over the world’s most critical technology. But China is playing the long game.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
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Inside China
The Chinese giants that have set off alarm bells in the US
A flood of small packages driven by companies like Shein and Temu is causing Washington big headaches.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
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Inside China
China’s big gamble could blow up in its face
The implosion of its property sector has forced China into a major pivot to boost its economy. It needs help from the rest of the world for it to work.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
China plans to end tariffs on Australia’s wines
China lifted tariffs on Australian barley in August last year following a similar process, after Labor paused a WTO dispute in exchange for a review.
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Inside China
China’s moment to confront its demons has arrived
This week we’ll have a clearer idea of whether Xi Jinping has a plan to deal with the myriad economic problems facing the country.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
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Opinion
Donald Trump’s attack on China might backfire
America’s trade wars have turned into a game of whack a mole, and Donald Trump wants to ramp them up if he gets back in office. Its citizens may pay the price.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
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Electric vehicles
China has flooded the world with cars. It’s hurting everyone
China’s plan to dominate the electric car industry is part of a long-term strategy. But it’s creating problems for Beijing and the rest of the world.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
Opinion
US Votes 2024
Trump’s flair for the absurd risks a new era of economic upheaval
The Trump circus is in full swing without a clear economic plan. It may catch up with him.
- by Kate Andrews
Opinion
US Votes 2024
Trump’s plan to unleash more chaos on the world
If you thought Donald Trump’s first term as US president was anarchic, have a look at what he plans if he gets back in the White House.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz