How China is reacting to Trump amid tariff threats, TikTok bans
Trump threatens tariffs on China as he looks to strike deals on economy, TikTok
Trump Says He Could Hit China With 10% Tariff From Next Month
President Donald Trump said his threat to hit China with 10% tariffs on all imports was still on the table and indicated it could come as soon as next month, a day after he left the world’s second-largest economy out of the countries he was looking to target imminently.
China's economy meets official growth target, but many feel worse off
China's economy grew 5% last year, matching the government's target, but in a lopsided fashion, with many people complaining of worsening living standards as Beijing struggles to transfer its industrial and export gains to consumers.
China says it hopes to 'properly manage differences' with the U.S. on trade
China is emphasizing its willingness to negotiate as increased tariffs on exports to the United States may soon become a reality.
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How (un)popular is China’s Communist Party?
China’s announcement on January 17th that its economy had grown by an estimated 5% in 2024, right on target, was greeted with widespread disbelief on the country’s social media. “It feels unreal—everything around me seems so bleak,
China's Economy Faces Historic Setback Not Seen in Over Half a Century
Beijing hit its GDP growth target of 5 percent in 2024, according to its statistics bureau—but deflationary pressures remain.

China, Davos

China is not seeking a trade surplus, vice premier says
'No Winners In A Trade War': Chinese Vice Premier Tells Davos
A top Chinese official warned Tuesday that no country would emerge victorious from a trade war, in a speech to the Davos forum as Donald Trump returned to the White House.
China not pursuing trade surplus, protectionism 'leads nowhere', Ding tells Davos
Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang will deliver a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland on Tuesday, making him the first senior leader from China to address global concerns about the country's economic prospects and foreign policy priorities since Donald Trump kicked off his second term as US president.
China Says Economy Grew 5% Last Year, Driven by Exports
Analysts say they see signs of malaise in China’s domestic economy, but those problems were offset mainly by robust exports and a $1 trillion trade surplus.
Trump’s Hint at Deal Making Gives China a Little Breathing Room
Whether it is over TikTok, fentanyl or trade, Beijing might welcome a compromise to buy time to address its ailing economy and bolster its position globally.
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Green growth, high-tech gains and hard truths for China’s economy
China has seen a year of green triumphs and high-tech gains, but how its economy navigates real estate woes, cautious consumers and the return of Trump remains to be seen.
China’s economy expands 5% in 2024, hitting target helped by strong exports, stimulus measures
China has reported that its economy expanded at a 5% annual pace in 2024, achieving Beijing’s target of “around 5%” growth helped by strong exports and recent stimulus measures.
US reliance on China’s rare earths, Mach-4 drone tipped for flight: SCMP daily highlights
From a Mach-4 drone being unveiled in China to business concerns over rising tensions, here’s a round-up from today’s China and economy coverage.
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China's Economy Seen Slowing Further In 2024: AFP Survey
"But do not let that achievement fool you. Under the hood, the economy's engine is struggling to get into gear," he warned. However, Francois Chimits from the Mercator Institute for China Studies said the figure should be regarded with some scepticism as ...