AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoUS-China Trade Talks: The US and China are discussing cutting tariffs on US LNG as part of a wider energy-and-agriculture package ahead of Xi’s Washington visit, with LNG trade effectively stalled since China’s 15% LNG tariff in 2025. Auto Safety & Quality Pressure: BYD recalled 183,200+ vehicles in China over brake-pedal pad material issues, as regulators scrutinize whether fast development is hurting quality. AI, Rare Earths, and Policy: US Treasury chief Scott Bessent plans talks with China’s He Lifeng on AI and rare earths, while the US also drafts looser rules for pharma firms investing in China—aiming to keep most licensing deals possible. Geopolitics and Shipping Risk: China privately urged Iran to rein in Yemen’s Houthis after Saudi appeals, reflecting how Red Sea disruptions threaten energy routes China relies on. China-ASEAN Integration: China and ASEAN trade momentum is strong under CAFTA 3.0 and RCEP, with the 23rd China-ASEAN Expo in Nanning set to spotlight digital, green, and supply-chain cooperation. Industrial Finance & Growth: China’s biotech plan targets 25% of first-in-class drugs by 2030 and a biotech industry scale-up to $522B by 2030.
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