Iranian oil sanctions waiver tightens discounts, strains China’s teapot refiners Temporary Iranian oil sanctions waiver narrows discounts, squeezing China’s teapot refiners and forcing some buyers to seek alternative crude sources. …
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Bangladesh PM Rahman meets Xi, agrees greater China cooperation on trade and infrastructure
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiBangladesh-China cooperation deepened as Tarique Rahman secures Beijing commitments Bangladesh-China cooperation took centre stage in Beijing as Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman concluded talks with Chinese leaders, seeking trade growth, …
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Taiwan warns China maritime operations risk accidental collisions as US and Europe rebuke Beijing
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiTaiwan tensions escalate as Chinese maritime operations intensify east of the island Taipei warns Beijing’s naval activity east of Taiwan risks accidental clashes after Japan‑Philippines sea talks; U.S. and European …
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India’s military modernization prioritizes China with 24 Agni-V missiles, SIPRI reveals
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiIndia military modernization centers on Agni-V ICBMs, SIPRI says SIPRI says India’s military modernization emphasizes Agni-V ICBMs with a claimed 5,000 km range, signaling a strategic shift toward China and …
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China Resources New Energy Attracts 6.4 Trillion Yuan Bids Before Shenzhen IPO
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiChina Resources New Energy IPO Draws 6.4 Trillion Yuan in Record Subscription Ahead of Shenzhen Listing China Resources New Energy IPO drew 6.4 trillion yuan in bids, signaling strong investor …
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Japan Confirms Two Nationals Detained in China Over Alleged Rare-Earth Export Attempt
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoJapanese detained in China: Tokyo confirms two nationals held on suspected rare‑earth export violations Japan confirms two citizens detained by Chinese customs in May on suspicion of attempting to export …
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Australians now favor China as economic partner over security threat
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiAustralia-China relations shift as majority of Australians now view China as economic partner Majority of Australians now view China as an economic partner, poll shows — a shift in Australia-China …
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Urea prices fall after China authorizes exports as industry warns of turbulence
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiFertilizer prices plunge after late‑April peak as China moves to ease urea exports Fertilizer prices have eased sharply since April 30, 2026 as Chinese approvals for urea exports added supply, …
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EU warns China export controls hampering defense plans and urges supply diversification
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiEU defence plans hit by China’s export controls on critical raw materials EU leaders say China’s export controls on critical raw materials are slowing defence projects, urging faster supply-chain diversification …
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Cocovie targets China as ‘V-beauty’ demand lifts Vietnamese coconut skincare Cocovie is pitching coconut-based "V-beauty" skincare to Chinese consumers, leveraging social media momentum, influencer marketing and regional retail partnerships to …