Category: China

How Trump’s Tariffs Are Hitting One Chinese Factory Owner: ‘We Are Helpless’

President Trump’s policies are straining trade ties and challenging a long-held truth in China about the centrality of the U.S. market.
The Chinese Electric Vehicle Founder Who Wants In on Trump’s America

Wen Han is intent on listing Windrose’s stock in New York. He is fueled by $300 million, Chinese technology and a belief that “China doesn’t have to be the enemy forever.”
Why China Is Wary of a Trump-Xi Summit

It could take months for agreement on a meeting between President Trump and Xi Jinping, China’s top leader, as Chinese officials seek a scripted encounter.
Stocks Sink as Trump’s Tariff Threats Weigh on Confidence

Stocks in Japan tumbled nearly 4 percent as investors braced for a week of market turmoil caused by an expected announcement of more tariffs.
Blackstone Considers Small Investment in TikTok

The private equity giant is considering investing as the video app works to follow a law that requires it to separate from its Chinese owner, ByteDance, by next week.
Xi Jinping Meets Global Business Leaders Amid Trade Tensions

German investment in China’s auto industry has been one of the few bright spots as foreign investment has slowed to a crawl.
Trump Could Hand China a ‘Strategic Victory’ by Silencing Voice of America

Generations of Chinese, including our columnist, turned to U.S. government-run outlets for an education in democracy, rights and the English language.
Trump Floats Chinese Tariff Cuts in Exchange for TikTok Deal

The social media app could shut down on April 5 unless it is sold to a new non-Chinese owner. Mr. Trump issued an order delaying the enforcement of a federal ban, and told reporters he could extend that delay, if necessary.
Voice of America Director Sues Trump Officials Over Shutdown

The lawsuit by the director and journalists is the latest legal challenge to the administration’s bid to dismantle the government-funded broadcaster.
U.S. Adds Export Restrictions to More Chinese Tech Firms Over Security Concerns

The additions included companies that are customers of Intel and Nvidia, and one firm that was the focus of a New York Times investigation last year.
China Releases Mintz Employees After 2-Year Detention

The release of the five employees, detained during a crackdown on foreign due diligence, comes as Beijing is trying to bring back overseas investment.
A Montana Senator Seeks to Be Trump’s Voice in Beijing

Senator Steve Daines said in an interview that in meetings with Chinese officials, he called for talks between President Trump and China’s leader, Xi Jinping.