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VDA Asks European Commission to Review Duties on Chinese Electric Vehicles
On Wednesday, the German automotive association VDA urged the European Commission (EC) to withdraw planned duties on electric vehicles produced in China. This request comes as a last ditch attempt to influence negotiations before the duties come into force on...
Indian Steel Industry Facing Chinese Steel Imports
With a new government in power after the recent general elections, Indian steel companies are again calling for higher tariffs and other measures to curb cheap steel imports from China. India emerged as a net importer of steel during April-March 2024. According to...
Trends in the Asian Shipping Market
In the past week, shipping rates from Asia remained stable, but as the peak season approaches, prices, which are already at their highest of the year, are expected to rise further. Although congestion, although less severe than in previous weeks, remains a problem at...
China’s Primary Aluminium Production Approaches Historic Highs
In recent months, primary aluminium production in China has been approaching the all-time highs recorded last year, thanks to the reactivation of idle capacity in Yunnan province. Production rose 5 per cent year-on-year to 3.65 million metric tonnes in May, according...