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Fading job prospects discourage younger Chinese workers
by
Jennifer Pak
May 17, 2023
China's job market remains competitive as the economy recovers from zero-COVID. But some young people have lost their eagerness to compete.
G-7 leaders expected to discuss China's "economic coercion"
by
Lily Jamali
May 15, 2023
China has been accused of exerting its power by refusing to buy certain products from countries that cross it. Beijing is pushing back.
Boosting chip production is “an investment in America’s national security,” Commerce secretary says
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Andie Corban
Apr 25, 2023
“The stakes are so high” when it comes to making the U.S. a leader in this key technology, says Gina Raimondo.
Why global investors ask: Where's Jack Ma?
by
Jennifer Pak
Apr 24, 2023
For over two years, the whereabouts of one of China’s leading tech moguls has generated intense interest from the media and global investors. But is it warranted?
How undersea internet cables connect the global economy
by
Sabri Ben-Achour
, Erika Soderstrom
and Jarrett Dang
Apr 21, 2023
The U.S. and China are competing for control over these vital pieces of infrastructure.
Why more workers in China are ruling out factory jobs
by
Jennifer Pak
Apr 17, 2023
Despite high unemployment among young people, most factories are short of workers. It might reflect false promises and poor conditions.
"Made in America" policy can actually hurt the U.S., economist says
Apr 17, 2023
Adam Posen agrees with the goals of boosting green energy and keeping China at bay. But he says protectionism won't achieve them.
For public good, not for profit.
Shanghai lockdown a year on: Is it still the same financial hub?
by
Jennifer Pak
Mar 27, 2023
Shanghai's 2022 lockdown, which lasted two months, left economic and psychological scars on the metropolis.
Why are women in China not having more babies?
by
Jennifer Pak
Mar 17, 2023
In China, each woman went from having about three children in the late 1970s to now one. Decades later, the Chinese government wants women to have three children again but is meeting resistance.
Russian oil prices are climbing — here's why
by
Lily Jamali
Mar 9, 2023
Small independent processors in China are being joined by larger Chinese refiners, driving prices higher.