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Water gushes out from the Three Gorges Dam through nine of its flood discharge gates to spare more capacity for incoming floods from upper reaches of the Yangtze River in central China’s Hubei province. Photo: Xinhua

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China looks to fix problems for debt-ridden authorities with water tax reforms

Ministry of Finance announces expansion of the Water Tax Interim Measures from 10 provinces to the entire nation, effective from December 1.

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Exclusive | Chinese economist calls for mega stimulus in excess of 2008’s 4 trillion yuan

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The US and EU are shutting out China’s green tech. Australia wants more. Why?

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Economic Indicators

How big is Beijing’s war chest, and why does a stimulus figure remain elusive?

Some prominent economists have called for China to roll out a stimulus plan worth 10 trillion yuan, but the real number is anyone’s guess as prudence is at play.

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To empower debt sales, China’s finance ministry has set up a working-group mechanism with the People’s Bank of China (pictured). Photo: Reuters
To empower debt sales, China’s finance ministry has set up a working-group mechanism with the People’s Bank of China (pictured). Photo: Reuters

Global Economy

Chinese economists call for reforms of ‘critical’ system after Nobel Prize

The winners of this year’s Nobel Prize in economics published extensively on the relationships between political and economic institutions and wealth.

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China’s solar firms eye ‘self-salvation’ amid burning rivalry, growing threats

China Photovoltaic Industry Association trade group held a day-long forum in Shanghai on Monday amid increasingly ‘vicious’ competition at home.

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China’s top 500 private firms cut over 300,000 jobs in 2023, report shows

All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce report shows China’s top 500 private enterprises cut 314,600 jobs in 2023 compared to a year earlier.

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The private economy contributes more than half of China’s tax revenues, over 60 per cent of the national gross domestic product and also employs more than 80 per cent of urban workers. Photo: EPA-EFE
The private economy contributes more than half of China’s tax revenues, over 60 per cent of the national gross domestic product and also employs more than 80 per cent of urban workers. Photo: EPA-EFE

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Why US hi-tech chip restrictions could be barrier China ‘never breaks through’

As Washington moves to close loopholes, how will Chinese leaders secure access to the technology destined to power the future?

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Explainer | 7 takeaways from China’s trade, inflation data in September

China’s exports grew in September, but the expansion was lower than expected, while deflation concerns persisted.

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Wild swings in China’s stock market create climate of uncertainty for investors

After a frenzy in China’s stock market – and the subsequent comedown – small investors are left with losses and hopes for a turnaround.

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Volatility in China’s stock markets, fuelled by sweeping policy changes, have left some investors weary of the ride. Photo: Bloomberg

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Explainer | Who makes China’s stimulus decisions, and what’s the procedure?

What has changed since China rolled out a 4-trillion-yuan stimulus package in 2008, and why a concrete stimulus figure now remains elusive.

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Some market players in China have voiced disappointment at the absence of substantial moves by the nation’s top economic planner and the lack of a fiscal stimulus figure. Photo: Xinhua
Some market players in China have voiced disappointment at the absence of substantial moves by the nation’s top economic planner and the lack of a fiscal stimulus figure. Photo: Xinhua

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China eyes route for C919 into Southeast Asia, with landlocked Laos on the radar

China said it appreciated Laos’ interest in and intention to cooperate on Chinese commercial aircraft without naming the C919 or ARJ21.

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Economic Indicators

‘Wake-up call’ for China’s exports as growth slows in September

China’s September exports rose 2.4 per cent from a year earlier, underperforming against projections, while imports rose by 0.3 per cent.

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Open questions | Nobel laureate on Trump’s ‘danger’ to US, election’s impact on China ties

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump likely to increase tariffs on Chinese imports, Nobel laureate says, but former president threatens ‘every dimension’ of US economy.

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China’s September consumer inflation lower than expected despite easing measures

China’s consumer price index grows by 0.4 per cent year on year in September, while the producer price index slips by 2.8 per cent.

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A customer exits an Apple store in Shanghai, China, on Wednesday. Consumers in the country are holding back on spending as the labour market remains weak and a property slump drags on. Photo: Bloomberg
A customer exits an Apple store in Shanghai, China, on Wednesday. Consumers in the country are holding back on spending as the labour market remains weak and a property slump drags on. Photo: Bloomberg

China Economy

Can an ageing, shrinking China still achieve prosperity?

Growing elderly population another conundrum for Chinese policymakers grappling with high youth unemployment and ‘ultra-low’ fertility.

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China’s investors left wanting after ministry keeps mum on stimulus plan

Without measures to excite a volatile market, a high-profile conference from China’s Ministry of Finance leaves investors disappointed.

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Why US hi-tech chip restrictions could be barrier China ‘never breaks through’

As Washington moves to close loopholes, how will Chinese leaders secure access to the technology destined to power the future?

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Illustration: Henry Wong
Illustration: Henry Wong

Economic Indicators

Explainer | 7 takeaways from China’s trade, inflation data in September

China’s exports grew in September, but the expansion was lower than expected, while deflation concerns persisted.

Policy

Explainer | Who makes China’s stimulus decisions, and what’s the procedure?

What has changed since China rolled out a 4-trillion-yuan stimulus package in 2008, and why a concrete stimulus figure now remains elusive.

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Global Economy

Open questions | Nobel laureate on Trump’s ‘danger’ to US, election’s impact on China ties

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump likely to increase tariffs on Chinese imports, Nobel laureate says, but former president threatens ‘every dimension’ of US economy.

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Illustration: Victor Sanjinez