Chinese rare-earth miners report strong earnings as prices climb ahead of Xi-Trump summit Chinese rare-earth miners are reporting higher earnings as prices for critical minerals rise, a trend that has …
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Japanese firms scale back expatriate staff in Thailand amid China competition
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJapanese Expats in Thailand Fall as Firms Cut Overseas Staff Amid Rising Chinese Influence Japanese expats in Thailand are declining as companies scale back overseas postings, citing stronger baht, slower …
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Global squid catches decline as activists blame China, cite Japan demand
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiGlobal squid catches fall sharply as activists blame expanded Chinese fleets and Japan’s demand Global squid catches have fallen sharply, with activists pointing to expanded Chinese fishing and Japan’s appetite …
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China exports rebound as US shipments recover and imports surge before Trump visit
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiChina exports hold steady in April as US shipments rebound and imports surge on AI demand China exports picked up in April as shipments to the US rebounded and imports …
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Huawei Emerges as Major Force in China Auto Market Without Building Cars
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiHuawei EV Push Dominates Auto China 2026, Recasting China’s Car Industry Huawei EV role at Auto China 2026 expands rapidly as the tech group supplies software, chips and retail channels …
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Japanese anime events remain popular in China despite strained relations
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoJapanese anime events in China continue to draw crowds despite diplomatic tensions Japanese anime events in China remain popular during recent diplomatic strains, attracting families and young fans to Pokémon …
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China targets 70% domestic silicon wafer production by year-end
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiChina Pursues 70% Domestic Production of Silicon Wafers Led by Eswin Expansion China accelerates silicon wafers self-sufficiency drive, aiming for over 70% domestic supply this year through rapid factory builds …
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Nvidia chip sales in China: Huang urges U.S. to allow older GPUs while backing American AI lead Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says China should not receive the most advanced semiconductors …
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India warns Maldives-Mauritius Chagos row risks China gaining Indian Ocean foothold
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiChagos Archipelago dispute deepens as Maldives and Mauritius sever diplomatic ties Maldives and Mauritius cut ties over the Chagos Archipelago dispute, triggering regional tensions and Indian strategic concerns as UK–US …
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Apple reports record March quarter revenue as China sales surge 28 percent
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiApple March quarter results driven by 28% China surge, posts record revenue Apple’s March quarter results show record revenue on May 1, 2026, led by a 28% sales jump in …