Archive - The Asia Cable

Asia Daily: June 20, 2025

China's rare earth magnet shipments halve in May due to export curbs. China’s rare earth magnet exports dropped 52.9% in May compared to April, reaching…

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Asia Daily: June 19, 2025

China urges U.S. to ‘look at the whole picture’ on tariffs to see true trade ties. Chinese ambassador Xie Feng warned that high U.S. tariffs and…

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Asia Daily: June 18, 2025

New Zealand PM to discuss trade, tourism and security on first visit to China. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon arrived in China for his first official…

Jun 18 •

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Asia Daily: June 17, 2025

China's top legislature schedules session for late June. The Standing Committee of the 14th National People's Congress will convene its 16th session…

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Asia Daily: June 16, 2025

China Xi Jinping to meet Central Asian leaders as both sides seek ‘stronger coordination’.

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Asia Daily: June 13, 2025

Xi-Trump phone call suggests ties are warming but the timing of a meeting is another thing.

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‘It’s Easy to Resign’: Popular Protests Succeed in Ending Mongolian PM’s Tenure

Economic development proves insufficient in placating the will of the Mongolian people.

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Asia Daily: June 12, 2025

Lutnick says U.S. tariff levels on China won't change. U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick confirmed that the 55% tariffs imposed on Chinese goods…

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Asia Daily: June 11, 2025

China, U.S. top negotiators agree to ‘framework’ that will need approvals by Xi and Trump. China and the United States concluded trade talks in London…

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Asia Daily: June 10, 2025

The U.S. and China are holding trade talks in London after Trump’s phone call with Xi. Delegations from the United States and China convened in London…

Jun 10 •

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New Railway Connecting Iran & China Presents Opportunities & Challenges

A new overland trade route promises faster freight and strategic autonomy, but operational roadblocks threaten its success.

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Dr. Steven Terner

Asia Daily: June 9, 2025

New disputes emerge ahead of US-China trade talks in London. Tensions between the U.S. and China have escalated ahead of scheduled trade talks in…

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