Topic: Trade & Sanctions — Neutral reports only
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[2026-01-09 06:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: French farmers drove about 100 tractors into the French capital, protesting Brussels’ trade deal with five South American nations. The protesters bypassed police barriers to reach landmarks like the Eiffel Tower.
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[2026-01-09 06:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The president’s trade aide says American innovation will ‘quickly wipe away’ Beijing’s ‘weaponisation’ of critical minerals
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[2026-01-09 00:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: It wasn't so long ago that Weissach, a half-hour drive from Stuttgart, was the richest local authority in Germany. The small town in southern Germany is home to 7,700 people and the development center for luxury carmaker Porsche. The municipality benefited from the company's billion-dollar profits via trade taxes, which flowed into its budget.
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[2026-01-08 19:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: In the first year of new five-year plan, party mouthpiece says list of ‘chokepoint technologies’ is narrowing
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[2026-01-08 18:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Probe comes amid concerns the US$2.5 billion acquisition could breach tech export controls and encourage more start-ups to relocate offshore
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[2026-01-08 17:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-01-08 17:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Technology and health experts question the accuracy of these products and warn of data privacy issues
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[2026-01-08 15:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Legendary trainer is confident promising import can strengthen hopes for first leg of four-year-old series
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[2026-01-08 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Asia and Pacific have been the global growth engine for many decades. From the rebuilding of Japan, Singapore and South Korea post world wars to the more recent developments of ASEAN countries and China, the region has established itself as a global manufacturing hub, fuelled by cheap labour and falling trade costs.
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[2026-01-08 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: In the wake of Cyclone Ditwah, which affected more than one million people across Sri Lanka, the Export–Import Bank of Korea has pledged US$ 50,000 in humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka through the Korea Red Cross.
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[2026-01-08 04:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: PM Mark Carney will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping for trade and other talks in first such trip by a Canadian leader in nearly a decade
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[2026-01-07 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Beijing’s investigation targets imports of dichlorosilane from Japan, alleging dumping that harms Chinese production, amid escalating bilateral and trade tensions
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[2026-01-07 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: High-level summit strengthens bilateral ties after years of strained relations, as China shores up regional relationships amid row with Japan
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[2026-01-07 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Beijing’s export controls are simply about following the logic of the market and geopolitics in the interest of the nation
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[2026-01-07 07:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) recently hosted a networking session at its premises in Colombo, aimed at equipping new and prospective exporters with the knowledge and connections needed to succeed in international markets.
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[2026-01-07 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: According to Department of Motor Traffic (DMT/RMV) data, 312,177 motor vehicles have been registered during the past year, since the personal vehicle import ban was lifted on February 1, 2025. The majority of the registrations comprises motorcycles, which accounted for 223,228 of the total. The analysis of vehicle registrations between November 2023 and November 2025 showed a significant increase in registrations in 2025 compared to 2024.
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[2026-01-06 23:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: In meeting with visiting South Korean president, Chinese premier calls for cooperation in AI, new energy and high-end manufacturing
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[2026-01-06 15:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From Malaysia’s struggle over trade pact to increased risk to domestic helpers, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting
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[2026-01-06 06:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The world has undeniably become more violent and disorderly. Indeed, the number of armed conflicts is now at its highest since the end of World War II. We saw 2025 as the year where countries showcased their willingness to exploit economic linkages and supply-chain vulnerabilities as instruments of coercion and geopolitical leverage.
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[2026-01-05 20:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Trade data suggests that levels of Russian naphtha, a refined crude oil product, flowing into Taiwan remain steady despite Taipei saying it would reduce volumes.
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[2026-01-05 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Nearly a dozen Chinese humanoid robot makers are expected at the trade show, while Hong Kong sends its largest-ever delegation
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[2026-01-05 11:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.
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[2026-01-05 06:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: For the first time in the nation’s history, Sri Lanka’s export revenue from coconut and coconut-based products has officially surpassed the one billion US dollar mark. According to data from the Export Development Board, earnings surged to USD1,033.9 million between January and October 2025, marking a remarkable 43.83% growth compared to the corresponding period in 2024.
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[2026-01-05 06:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Former Transport Manager of the Co-operative Wholesale Establishment, Indika Ratnamalala, was arrested yesterday (4) in connection with an investigation conducted by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division of the Criminal Investigation Department into the alleged criminal misappropriation of State property by using Sathosa vehicles and drivers for personal purposes during the time when Johnston Fernando was the Trade and Co-operatives Minister.
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[2026-01-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Macksons Paints Lanka (Multilac) has achieved a significant national milestone by completing Sri Lanka’s first-ever export of paints to Mayotte Comoros, strengthening the country’s position in value-added manufacturing and international trade.
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[2026-01-04 21:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Champion jockey considers Brazilian import strongly for first leg of four-year-old series after Class Two Leighton Handicap win
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[2026-01-04 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Jointly designed customs rules could be used in pilot schemes to smooth the customs process for international business
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[2026-01-04 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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[2026-01-04 03:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: In his first year in office, Donald Trump has ramped up the US's military presence in Latin America, personally involved himself in national elections, pressed regional leaders on migration, designated drug cartels as terrorist groups and disrupted trade relations with an aggressive tariff policy.
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[2026-01-03 20:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: One expert noted that there has been no confirmation that members of Manus’ core team have relinquished Chinese nationality
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[2026-01-03 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: ‘Substantial’ uptick in favourability towards America compared with previous year, but still lower than scores for Britain, the EU and Asean
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[2026-01-02 21:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Linda So, director of Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Guangdong, will take up new role from Monday next week
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[2026-01-02 16:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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[2026-01-02 16:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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[2026-01-02 14:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The city state’s economy grew 5.7 per cent in the fourth quarter from a year earlier, according to data from the trade ministry
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[2026-01-02 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Yiwu, one of China’s biggest export hubs, was expected to take a hit from US tariffs. Instead, it has seen trade surge
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[2026-01-01 21:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: The global economy has weathered a whirlwind of challenges in 2025, including sharp trade tensions, uneven yet moderate growth and rising concerns over elevated inflation and debt levels in many parts of the world.
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[2026-01-01 17:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The approval ‘ensures uninterrupted fab operations and product deliveries’, according to the world’s largest contract chipmaker
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[2026-01-01 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Observers urge South Korea to integrate itself into European supply chains by increasing production localisation to maintain competitiveness
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[2026-01-01 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Beijing’s new export-licensing system seen squeezing foreign buyers, pushing price towards US$100 an ounce; Elon Musk joins warning chorus
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[2026-01-01 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From Thursday, over-quota imports from Brazil, Australia, US and other trade partners face new duties to help local producers recover amid price declines
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[2025-12-31 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The programme, which has helped stimulate consumption increases, will continue to subsidise purchases of big-ticket goods and refurbishments
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[2025-12-31 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Buyers who replace their petrol and electric cars with new vehicles will receive a cash subsidy of up to US$2,858 per unit
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[2025-12-31 16:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Commuters walk along a corridor in the World Trade Center, Monday, Nov. 18, 2019 in New York. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File)
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[2025-12-31 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Beijing renews push to fortify domestic crop supplies and modernise agriculture amid a tense geopolitical climate
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[2025-12-31 10:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Recycling platform ATRenew is scaling up as China’s young consumers shed the stigma around second-hand shopping
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[2025-12-31 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Macksons Tiles Lanka (Pvt) Ltd (Macktiles) has achieved a significant milestone with its first export of tiles to Australia, marking an important step in the company’s international expansion and Sri Lanka’s growing presence in value-added manufacturing.
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[2025-12-30 20:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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[2025-12-30 13:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Hang Seng Index edges higher as Chinese yuan surpasses 7 against US dollar for first time since May 2023
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[2025-12-30 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: JD.com, CNBM, carmakers and hundreds of other Chinese companies use the hub to reach consumers across Asia, Africa and Europe
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