China Export Controls Expand: Beijing Adds Japanese Firms to Dual‑Use Export Ban China expands export controls on June 29, 2026, adding 20 Japanese entities to a dual-use export ban and …
China
-
EU-China trade: EU leaders back diversification tool as bloc splits over pressure on Beijing EU-China trade: EU leaders approved a diversification tool to address a €1bn-per-day trade deficit with China, …
-
Business
China amasses critical metals including North Korean tungsten while maintaining export controls
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiChina critical metals imports rise as Beijing keeps export controls China critical metals imports rise as Beijing keeps export controls, boosting purchases including tungsten, Nikkei analysis finds strain on supply …
-
Business
Drone production signals China and North Korea accelerating networked warfare
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiAsia’s Drone Surge Accelerates Networked Warfare China and North Korea ramp up drone production as Russia’s war accelerates military tech, driving Asia toward networked warfare and prompting defense shifts. War …
-
Business
China teapot refiners squeezed as US temporary Iran oil waiver narrows discounts
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiIranian 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. …
-
Business
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, …
-
Business
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 …
-
Business
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 …
-
Business
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 …
-
Politics
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 …