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Christmas ends early for Chinese exporters as Western demand slumps
As big spenders in the US and Europe seek price cuts, emerging markets in Southeast Asia and domestic consumption will become more and more important for Chinese traders, says Senior Research Fellow Stephen Olson. Overall, exports are likely to become less important as a growth engine for the Chinese economy.
4 questions we must ask as values move to the centre of the trade agenda
A profound shift in global trade is underway, away from exclusively economic considerations towards a values-based approach to trade. While often well-intentioned, this also comes with significant complications beyond the obvious economic ramifications, Stephen Olson writes in this op-ed.
Biden Declares Victory Over Supply Snarls Just as New Delays, Costs Emerge
Bloomberg announced their winning of the 2023 Hinrich trade reporting award. One story explored the subtle structural shifts in global commerce. Another told of how Brazil was turning to China for foreign investment. A third dug into data showing how the world is reorganizing into rival blocs.
America’s crumbling trade initiative in Asia
There is no lack of American engagement in Asian capitals on security and geopolitics. There has been much less evidence of an economic dimension to the US’s Asian diplomacy—despite a strong desire for one across the region. Hinrich Foundation Head of Trade Policy Deborah Elms comments.
Old photo, birthday wish, ravioli lunch: Personal diplomacy on display during Xi-Biden meeting
The many touches of personal diplomacy on display during the highly anticipated meeting between Presidents Biden and Xi are attempts to emphasise the more cooperative aspects of Sino-US relationship, noted Stephen Olson. But the fundamental points of conflict exist and will not disappear overnight.
