Keith Bradsher
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China Unexpectedly Cuts Interest Rate as World Markets Sag
The central bank lowered a key rate in its latest effort to steady China’s economy, as Asian stock markets followed Wall Street down.
Dozens Dead or Missing After China Highway Collapse
It was the second such rain-related disaster in less than three months, as extreme weather challenges the country’s extensive network of newly built expressways.
China’s Economy Slows as Housing Troubles Squeeze Spending
After a strong start to the year, spending has weakened as a real estate downturn weighs on consumers and companies. Communist Party leaders are meeting...
China Reaches Record Trade Surplus, Raising Alarm Abroad
China’s factories have begun an export blitz, prompting worries around the world about the effect on economies elsewhere.
Europe Tells China’s Carmakers: Get Ready to Pay Tariffs
The European Union took the next step toward collecting heavy tariffs on electric vehicles, ahead of a final decision in October.
China Dangled Rebates to Lure People to Spend. It’s Not Enough.
China’s leaders vowed to kick-start spending by offering subsidies for households to buy cars and appliances. But many consumers aren’t biting.
Germany Hopes to Head Off a Trade War With China
As the European Union moves to impose tariffs on Chinese cars, Germany, with an auto industry deeply enmeshed with China, is stuck in the middle.
Facing E.V. Tariffs, China Threatens Pork Imports From Europe
Acting quickly after the European Union imposed extra tariffs of up to 38 percent on China’s electric cars, Beijing opened a trade case on Europe’s...
China Is Testing More Driverless Cars Than Any Other Country
Assisted driving systems and robot taxis are becoming more popular with government help, as cities designate large areas for testing on public roads.
Driverless Cars in China: How Safe Are They?
Computer-aided driving has official support and public acceptance, but state media seldom reports crashes or safety incidents, and online posts are censored.