China's control over indium phosphide exports threatens AI data centre rolloutAnderson's visit was partly to raise the issue of delays in China's export licenses involving the highly strategic material, essential in m...
11 Jun, 2026, 09.15 AM IST
US says BYD, Baidu and Alibaba are aiding China's militaryAmerica has released a new list of Chinese companies it believes support Beijing's military. Major firms like Alibaba, Baidu, and BYD are i...
09 Jun, 2026, 05.34 PM IST
Trump’s tariff comeback? The White House finds a new route after court setbacksThe US is proposing to reintroduce country-specific tariffs on India and others, shifting from emergency powers to Section 301 of the Trade...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
US defence secretary Hegseth chides Europe, hails ties with China & Asia alliesUS Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth lauded Asian allies like South Korea and Japan for defence contributions. He also noted improved ties wit...
30 May, 2026, 11.06 PM IST
Boeing CEO says 200-jet China deal an 'initial tranche' with more to comeChina has committed to buying 200 Boeing jets. This deal is seen as an initial step. Boeing's CEO believes this commitment reopens the Chin...
28 May, 2026, 12.19 PM IST
Japan trade minister holds brief talks with Chinese counterpart amid diplomatic rowJapan's Trade Minister Ryosei Akazawa confirmed a brief, undisclosed conversation with China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao before a dinne...
23 May, 2026, 12.40 PM IST
Wheat rises as drought knocks US crop rating to 30-year lowChicago wheat futures saw a rise on Tuesday. This followed a report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The report indicated a 30-year...
20 May, 2026, 11.55 AM IST
China says it will buy 200 Boeing jets, seek extension of US tariff truceChina confirmed a major deal to purchase 200 Boeing aircraft. This agreement follows President Trump's visit to China. Beijing also plans t...
20 May, 2026, 10.22 AM IST
What do China's new US farm purchases mean for global trade? | An explainerChina will purchase over $17 billion in US farm goods yearly for three years. This deal boosts agricultural trade significantly. Purchases ...
18 May, 2026, 01.52 PM IST
India’s 'China-plus-one' push needs tax ease and fast-track FTAs with developed nations: Arvind VirmaniIndia must reform its tax system and streamline clearances to attract global investments moving away from China. Economist Arvind Virmani e...
17 May, 2026, 03.45 PM IST
From axles to rare earth: India draws up list of 100 products it still can't make enough ofIndia is set to boost its manufacturing sector by identifying around 100 products for domestic production. This initiative aims to reduce r...
17 May, 2026, 10.43 AM IST
China says Trump visit deals are 'preliminary'Trump left Beijing on Friday after two days of talks with President Xi Jinping that featured pageantry and warm rhetoric but limited deta...
16 May, 2026, 08.39 PM IST
Trump-Xi summit yields trade breakthrough as US, China agree to cut leviesChina and the United States have agreed to reduce tariffs on certain goods. This move aims to boost trade between the two nations, particul...
16 May, 2026, 07.49 PM IST
Why is Taiwan the elephant in every room between US and China?US President Donald Trump met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. Taiwan remains the most crucial issue for China. The island's self-g...
15 May, 2026, 11.40 AM IST
US clears H200 chip sales to 10 China firms as Nvidia CEO looks for breakthroughDespite US approval for around 10 Chinese firms to buy Nvidia's H200 AI chips, no deliveries have occurred. CEO Jensen Huang's China trip, ...
15 May, 2026, 09.59 AM IST
Containing war impact on growth, current account: PMO stitching up plan to boost foreign fund flowOfficials at both the finance ministry and Niti Aayog are identifying economic opportunities presented by the Iran conflict, as well as gau...
13 May, 2026, 11.49 AM IST
Xi-Trump summit may yield farm deal, but China has limited soybean appetiteMarket watchers anticipate a farm deal at the upcoming U.S.-China summit, potentially expanding Beijing's purchases of grains and meat. How...
12 May, 2026, 08.17 AM IST