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Thursday 6 February 2025
China strikes back at Trump tariffs: ripples on Taiwan and global trade
China has launched an antitrust probe into Google as its first major countermeasure against US President Donald Trump's latest tariffs on Chinese imports. On February 1, 2025, Trump...
Thursday 6 February 2025
Trump tariffs threaten global auto parts makers' survival
As new US tariffs take effect and trigger retaliatory measures, automotive component suppliers face mounting challenges that could threaten their very survival.
Thursday 6 February 2025
India reportedly reviewing import tariffs to avoid trade tension with US
According to Reuters, India is set to review import tariffs on more than 30 items, such as luxury cars, solar cells, and chemicals. This move may increase imports from the...
Thursday 6 February 2025
Will automakers weather the tariff storm?
Amid successive tariff measures imposed by the US and Chinese governments, automakers are grappling with challenges on multiple fronts.
Thursday 6 February 2025
Sam Altman highlights India's pivotal role in AI, especially in small model development
On the concluding stage of his Asian tour, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman highlighted India's capacity to become a leader in artificial intelligence (AI), especially in developing smaller...
Thursday 6 February 2025
Malaysia braces for impact of Trump's tariff plans amid reliance on China and US chip market
While Malaysia is not a direct target of Donald Trump's tariff war against trading partners, the Southeast Asian nation is concerned about potential impacts and is advocating for...
Wednesday 5 February 2025
India emerges as a key beneficiary amid tariff wars
US President Donald Trump's new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China escalate global trade tensions, potentially extending to the EU. India, not yet targeted, stands to benefit as...
Wednesday 5 February 2025
IT panel prices expected to rise due to US tariff disruptions
The combination of US tariff policies and rising LCD TV panel prices has driven increased demand for monitor panels, including from second-tier buyers. This heightened procurement...
Wednesday 5 February 2025
Server ODM clients prep production shifts amid policy uncertainty
While US President Donald Trump's recent suspension of tariffs on Canada and Mexico aligns with his characteristic unpredictability, it has heightened concerns about future trade...
Wednesday 5 February 2025
Supply chain players pivot to flexible production amid tariff uncertainty
US President Donald Trump has delayed imposing tariffs on imports from Mexico for 30 days, after a phone call with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum.
Wednesday 5 February 2025
Major IC distributors brace for potential tariffs as Trump revives trade war tactics
Tariffs initiated by US President Donald Trump may soon extend to Taiwan, potentially driving up costs, triggering supply chain shifts, and reshaping market dynamics, according to...
Wednesday 5 February 2025
India, Europe diverge from the US on DeepSeek, igniting AI ambitions
Hangzhou-based AI startup DeepSeek has made global waves with the launch of its large language model (LLM). While US mainstream media remains largely critical, international coverage—especially...
Tuesday 4 February 2025
Shein returns to India in partnership with Reliance under market-for-technology
Shein, the Chinese fast-fashion company, has returned to India nearly five years after a ban, partnering with Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Retail, highlighting India's adoption of a market-for-technology...
Tuesday 4 February 2025
Pegatron cuts shareholding of Indian iPhone plant to 40%
Pegatron has disclosed that it has reduced its holding in an Indian subsidiary to 40%, confirming reports saying India's Tata Electronics has acquired a 60% stake in the Taiwanese...
Tuesday 4 February 2025
If Taiwan can't offset Trump's policies, trade and investment may slow
Amid US President Donald Trump's new wave of protectionist policies, Taiwan must reexamine how to deepen its mutually beneficial trade partnership with the US.