Reformers say structural changes needed, such as residency permit reforms for migrant workers, while others want spending on hospitals and aged care facilities

China exported no wrought germanium products last month, compared to 8.63 metric tons in July when volumes doubled from June as foreign buyers rushed to lock in supply ahead of export curbs

Regulators have checked with major brokers recently on short-selling activities and quant clients' trading strategies, which could cause them to curb moves that contribute to market volatility or short-selling

The deal will allow the vast Japanese conglomerate, which has been plagued by scandals and controversies in recent years, to become a private entity and one that is back in local hands

France’s decision — which follows an EU investigation into Chinese state subsidies for EV production — is aimed at reducing the country’s carbon footprint through imports, an official said

Tokyo, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Sydney, Mumbai and Singapore, all dropped on Wednesday, as did the smaller regional markets in Wellington, Manila, Taipei and Bangkok.

Bilateral commercial relations between India and Canada are worth $100 billion, which includes $70 billion of Canadian portfolio investment, according to Indian figures

Firms from the 10 nations in Southeast Asia are keen to test strong investor appetite for emerging market growth given the slump in Chinese stock offerings in the US

Recent data suggests the Chinese economy is finding its footing after a sharp slowdown, while yuan declines have reduced the need for authorities to chop interest rates to prop up growth

Huawei's chip design unit has produced new chips for surveillance cameras, sources say, in another sign the Chinese tech giant has found a way around US sanctions

Senior Chinese officials were allegedly told that former foreign minister Qin Gang lost his job after an investigation found he had 'lifestyle issues'

The Chinese president’s statements come amid increasing efforts on both sides to simmer down tensions and have rekindled hopes of Xi-Biden meeting later this year