Europe’s Battery Ambitions Falter as China Pulls Ahead
FRANKFURT/BRUSSELS/BEIJING — China’s lead in global battery manufacturing continues to grow, while Europe’s efforts to build a competitive battery cell …
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EU’s New Smartphone Rules Take Effect
BRUSSELS – As of 20 June , the European Union’s new Ecodesign Regulation requires smartphone and tablet manufacturers to provide a minimum of …
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US presses Hanoi to reduce dependence on China
WASHINGTON/HANOI – The US is urging Vietnam to lessen its reliance on Chinese tech in devices assembled locally—such as Apple …
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Trump Declares Rare Earths Deal ‘Done’ with China
WASHINGTON/LONDON/BEIJING – President Trump proclaimed on Truth Social that China has agreed to supply U.S. companies with “full magnets” and …
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China-Laos Railway Breaks Passenger, Freight Records
BEIJING/VIENTIANE – The China-Laos Railway is experiencing a remarkable surge in both passenger and freight traffic in 2025, underscoring its …
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