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US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline
This timeline was created on January 21, 2025, and was last updated on May 21, 2025. Most recently, US and China agreed to cut reciprocal tariff rates to 10 percent for a period of 90 days; US reduced de minimis tariff rates but costs remain high for small parcels.
China’s 15th Five-Year Plan: What We Know So Far
China will start drafting its 15th Five-Year Plan in 2025, shaping national priorities from 2026 to 2030. Here’s what we know so far.
75 Years of China-Denmark Ties: Trends and Opportunities in Bilateral Trade and Investment
The growing trade and investment relationship between China and Denmark not only reflects mutual economic interests but also highlights the complementary strengths of each nation.
Breaking Down the US-China Trade Tariffs: What’s in Effect Now?
The current landscape of US-China tariff rates is complex, with multiple overlapping trade measures in effect. This article explains which tariffs apply in 2025 and how they intersect.
China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker: 2024-25
In the 2024-25 China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker, China Briefing offers up-to-date data and insights on China’s outbound investment developments and trends. The data for Jan and Feb 2025 has been updated.
How 2025 Tariffs Are Changing China’s Export Landscape
Facing rapid US tariffs hikes in 2025, China’s export saw front-loaded shipments in March, leading to a surge ahead of steadier April volumes.
EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline
Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.
China-Germany Economic Relations 2025: What Merz’s Leadership Means for Trade and Investment
Under Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Germany’s relationship with China is entering a phase of cautious recalibration. In 2024, bilateral trade reached approximately EUR 246 billion (US$279 billion), and over 5,000 German companies operate in China, with most planning to maintain or expand their investments.
