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China's $80 Billion Cleantech Investment Targets Emerging Markets Amid U.S. Tariffs

China's $80 Billion Cleantech Investment Targets Emerging Markets Amid U.S. Tariffs

Chinese firms have invested approximately $80 billion in overseas clean technology projects over the past year, according to a report by Climate Energy Finance. This investment surge is largely driven by a need to address a supply glut in green technologies such as solar panels and batteries. The report highlights that 75% of China's low-carbon foreign direct investment is concentrated in Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. Notable projects include an $8.28 billion green hydrogen initiative in Nigeria and a $6 billion battery factory in Indonesia. These investments are seen as opportunities for emerging economies to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and participate in the technological revolution.
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Southeast Asia embraces offshore wind power, as Trump bashes renewable energy

Southeast Asia embraces offshore wind power, as Trump bashes renewable energy

Southeast Asia is embracing the embattled offshore wind industry as it reels from U.S. President Donald Trump’s rejection of renewable energy
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Analysis-Asian investors flock to Gulf debt in hunt for yield and growth

Analysis-Asian investors flock to Gulf debt in hunt for yield and growth

ABU DHABI/SINGAPORE, Dec 10 - Asian investors are piling into Gulf bonds and loans this year, reflecting both deepening trade and finance ties with the fast-growing region and an uncertain outlook elsewhere, including the world's top two economies, the United States and China.
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MP Materials to Begin Shipping U.S.-Made High-Performance Magnets by Late 2025

MP Materials to Begin Shipping U.S.-Made High-Performance Magnets by Late 2025

MP Materials to Begin Shipping U.S.-Made High-Performance Magnets by Late 2025
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China funnelled $80 billion into overseas cleantech in past year, report says

China funnelled $80 billion into overseas cleantech in past year, report says

By Colleen Howe BEIJING, Dec 8 (Reuters) - Chinese firms have committed some $80 billion in clean technology investments overseas over the past year as they sought new markets to absorb a supply glut, according to a report by Australian research group Climate Energy Finance (CEF).
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China Invests $80 Billion in Overseas Clean Technology Amid U.S. Tariffs

China Invests $80 Billion in Overseas Clean Technology Amid U.S. Tariffs

Chinese firms have invested approximately $80 billion in overseas clean technology over the past year, according to a report by Climate Energy Finance. This investment surge is driven by a need to address a supply glut in green technology products like solar panels and batteries. The report highlights that many countries have increased their cooperation with China in response to U.S. tariffs imposed by President Trump. China's foreign investments in clean energy infrastructure are creating new markets for its products, with significant projects in regions such as Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Notable projects include a green hydrogen initiative in Nigeria and a battery factory in Indonesia.
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China Achieves Historic $1 Trillion Trade Surplus Amid Global Diversification

China Achieves Historic $1 Trillion Trade Surplus Amid Global Diversification

China's trade surplus has surpassed $1 trillion for the first time, driven by a rebound in exports and diversification into non-U.S. markets. Despite a significant drop in exports to the U.S., China has increased its trade with Southeast Asia, Africa, Europe, and Latin America. The surplus is attributed to China's focus on advanced manufacturing and high-growth sectors like electric vehicles and robotics. The U.S.-China trade truce has temporarily eased tensions, but China's strategy to expand its global market share continues.
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China-made rocket among triggers for Thai airstrikes into Cambodia

China-made rocket among triggers for Thai airstrikes into Cambodia

By Devjyot Ghoshal BANGKOK, Dec 8 (Reuters) - Thailand's airstrikes on Monday targeted Cambodian military facilities housing long-range artillery, after surveillance signalled that rockets, including a Chinese-made variant, could be used to hit civilian areas, a Thai military official said.
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China's Trade Surplus Surpasses $1 Trillion Amid U.S. Tariff Measures

China's Trade Surplus Surpasses $1 Trillion Amid U.S. Tariff Measures

In the first half of 2025, the Trump administration implemented high tariffs to reduce China's influence on the American import market. Despite these efforts, China's trade surplus has exceeded $1 trillion, with exports surpassing imports by a significant margin. While Chinese exports to the U.S. have decreased by 20% year-over-year, the country has successfully redirected its goods to other markets, including Europe, Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa. This shift is driven by China's expanding industrial capacity and government support for manufacturing. The National Retail Federation's Global Port Tracker report indicates that U.S. import volumes are expected to decline through the first half of 2026, reflecting the ongoing impact of tariffs and trade uncertainties.
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Trump Administration's Reversal on Renewable Energy Grants Delays U.S. Projects Amid China's Green Surge

Trump Administration's Reversal on Renewable Energy Grants Delays U.S. Projects Amid China's Green Surge

The Trump administration has recently reversed federal support for renewable energy projects, labeling them as risky and unreliable. This decision has led to the cancellation of over $426 million in federal grants for a marine terminal in Eureka, California, intended to assemble offshore wind turbines. The project, which aimed to power over two million American homes, now faces significant delays as it seeks alternative funding sources. Meanwhile, China has emerged as a global leader in renewable energy, constructing more solar capacity than the rest of the world combined in the first half of 2025. China's strategic investments in renewable technologies have positioned it as a dominant force in the sector, contrasting sharply with the U.S.'s current stance.
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China's Trade Surplus Surpasses $1 Trillion, Challenging U.S. Tariff Effectiveness

China's Trade Surplus Surpasses $1 Trillion, Challenging U.S. Tariff Effectiveness

China's trade surplus with the world has exceeded $1 trillion for the first time, raising questions about the effectiveness of tariffs imposed by developed countries, particularly those by President Trump. According to China's General Administration of Customs, exports increased by 5.4% in the first 11 months of the year compared to the previous year, while imports slightly decreased. This resulted in a global trade surplus of $1.07 trillion, surpassing the $990 billion recorded in 2024. Despite a 28% drop in exports to the U.S. in November, China's exports to Southeast Asia and the European Union have grown significantly. The increase in exports to Southeast Asia is partly attributed to 'transshipping,' where goods are assembled in Southeast Asia before being shipped to the U.S. French President Emmanuel Macron has threatened tariffs if China does not address its trade surplus with the EU.
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'Big hopes for Africa': Defence firms scramble for drone market at Egypt arms expo

'Big hopes for Africa': Defence firms scramble for drone market at Egypt arms expo

By Alexander Dziadosz CAIRO, Dec 8 (Reuters) - Quadcopters, electromagnetic rifles and an AI-powered navigation system were among the wares displayed at one of Africa and the Middle East’s biggest arms expos, as defence companies jostle to break into regional markets increasingly defined by drone