3 Problems With Selling A Car In China
For U.S. and other automakers, selling a car in China has always been difficult. But this week, China announced some moves that could pave the way for new sales for some manufacturers.
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In Latest Trade Salvo, China Imposes 179 Percent Tariff On U.S. Sorghum
China's Commerce Ministry says the preliminary finding of a two-month anti-dumping investigation found that imports of the U.S. cereal grain have been unfairly subsidized.
China's Quarterly Growth Comes In (Again) At 6.8 Percent
China is hoping for a balance between its desire for an economy based more on consumption while at the same time trying to rein in rapidly increasing household debt.
Weibo Bans Gay Content — And Quickly Reverses Itself After An Outcry
The massive social media company drew outrage for lumping gay-themed content in with violent and pornographic material.
China Plans Live-Fire Exercises In Taiwan Strait, As Xi Reviews Navy
The announcement puts a new focus on U.S.-China tensions. On Thursday, Chinese President Xi Jinping reviewed his country's largest-ever navy parade, including many warships that were recently built.
German Chickens, Pickup Trucks, And De-Escalating The U.S.-China Trade War
The U.S. has been pushing China to lower its high 25 percent tariff on imported cars, but most countries zealously protect their domestic auto markets — including the United States itself.
Should California Winemakers Be Worried About China's Tariffs?
California produces about 85 percent of American wine, which is worth about $1.5 billion in exports. As of now, China imports little U.S. wine, but it's one of the world's fastest-growing markets.
Beijing Reportedly Installs Communications Jamming Equipment In South China Sea
The Wall Street Journal quotes U.S. officials as saying China has placed the jamming equipment on a reef in the disputed Spratly Islands.
Xi Says China To Lower Trade Barriers As Beijing Files WTO Complaint Against U.S.
The Chinese president told a group of investors and regional leaders gathered in Hainan that his country would "significantly" lower tariffs on imported automobiles and other products.
It Was A Company With A Lot Of Promise. Then A Chinese Customer Stole Its Technology
When a Chinese wind turbine maker stole vital trade secrets from American Superconductor, the damage was enormous. The theft cost the firm hundreds of millions of dollars and resulted in mass layoffs.