Green finance refers to financing and investment activities that benefit the environment and further sustainable development.

“US scrutiny of cross-border financial flows involving China will continue to intensify, and US banks are likely to raise compliance requirements for China-related transactions.”

“China-EU talk could yield agreements "on some specific issues".

"Still, it is significant that the two sides are moving from simply avoiding further escalation to actually reducing some tariffs."

Prof. Zhu Tian tells TIME the choice of products reflects a “cautious” approach, suggesting the agreement is more “a confidence-building measure” between the two sides.

China's latest economic data presents a striking paradox. While industrial output and high-tech manufacturing continue to post solid gains, consumption remains subdued, investment has weakened, and net exports have lost momentum. How can production continue to grow when the economy's main demand drivers are faltering?

“Neither side benefits from escalation: Europe would face higher costs and slower green transition, while China would lose access to a key market."

"These arrangements have generally been used on an ad hoc basis and have not evolved into a regular liquidity backstop."

“China’s supply side remains relatively strong: Exports are growing rapidly, industrial production is holding up well, and high-tech sectors continue to expand. However, domestic demand remains weak.”

"It's not a crackdown – but understandably, there are fresh worries when memories of 2021 have never faded."

“The competition here is such that it propels its industry ahead of others.”

As global supply chains are reshaped and Chinese companies expand overseas at pace, demand for cross‑border renminbi (RMB) financing is rapidly rising. Trade and investment are now working together as a “dual engine,” turning the RMB into an increasingly important tool for supporting real economic activity beyond China’s borders.

“Once properties become a stable tax source, local governments will be more serious and sincere in protecting your property."

“The Chinese economy still demonstrates resilience in trade and industrial supply chains.”

Prof. Howei Wu discusses China's latest GDP figures and whether exports can remain a key driver for the country's economy.

"Given all the erratic policies introduced by ‌Donald Trump ⁠and the uncertainty his policies have introduced to the world economy, the message of China being a stabilizing force probably finds a more willing audience this year than last year."

“This is an act making full use of – or abusing – America’s superpower status.”

Following the recent conclusion of China’s annual Two Sessions, what key signals did the latest Government Work Report convey for businesses navigating the country’s evolving policy landscape?