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- 1China First Country to Surpass 1,000 GW of Solar Capacity●China Becomes the First Country in the World to Surpass 1,000 GW of Solar Power Capacity. https://www. renewable-energy-
China has become the first country in the world to surpass 1,000 gigawatts of installed solar power capacity, a milestone underlining the scale of its renewable energy buildout. Observers are highlighting the achievement as evidence of the pace of China's clean energy expansion and its lead over other major economies in solar deployment.
- 2US and China cut tariffs on basic goods, skip rare earths▼US, China slash tariffs on basic goods – but leave rare earths off the record
The United States and China have agreed to reduce tariffs on a range of basic consumer and industrial goods, in a further sign of easing trade tensions between the two economies. However, rare earth materials remain outside the deal, leaving Beijing's export controls on the critical minerals untouched. Analysts see the move as cautious de-escalation, with the most strategically sensitive sector kept off the negotiating table.
- 3China installs 59% of world's industrial robots in 2025●China installed 354,000 industrial robots in 2025, representing 59% of global installations. The United States overtook
China installed 354,000 industrial robots in 2025, accounting for 59% of global installations, according to figures reported by TechNode. The United States overtook Japan to become the world's second-largest robot market, highlighting the scale of Chinese manufacturing automation and shifting rankings among major industrial economies.
- 4Bessent warns Iran's economy will collapse within two weeks▼Iran’s economy will have ‘nothing’ left ‘within two weeks,’ Scott Bessent warns
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has warned that Iran's economy will have 'nothing' left within two weeks, according to a New York Post report. The stark prediction came amid escalating pressure on Iran, and the warning is drawing wide attention as analysts and officials weigh whether Tehran can withstand the economic squeeze.
- 5High-level meetings held on climate change and fair transition▼High-level meetings on measures to address climate change and fair transition
High-level meetings have been held to discuss measures addressing climate change and a fair transition, according to a report by EGOV.KG. The talks focus on how governments can coordinate climate policy while ensuring the shift to a greener economy remains fair for workers and communities. Details of the participants and any concrete outcomes were not provided, and reaction to the meetings is not yet documented.
- 6US and China Agree Tariff Cuts on $60bn of Goods●🔴 BREAKING US and China Announce Tariff Cuts on $60bn of Goods Following the Trump-Xi summit, Washington and Beijing hav
Following a summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, the United States and China have announced an agreement to reduce tariffs on $60 billion worth of goods traded between the two countries. The deal is being described as a significant step toward easing the trade tensions that have weighed on both economies and global markets.
- 7A key week ahead for the global economy as threats rise●The week ahead: A key moment for the global economy as threats rise
The coming week is being framed as a pivotal moment for the global economy, with analysts warning that mounting threats could shape the economic outlook. Commentators are watching for signals on growth, inflation and policy responses as risks to the world economy intensify.
- 8Finance centres urged to build trust amid global uncertainty●Finance centres urged to build trust as global uncertainty grows
Financial centres are being urged to strengthen trust and transparency as uncertainty in the global economy increases. The call highlights that stability in international finance depends on confidence among investors, regulators and institutions, and that centres which fail to build credibility risk losing business as geopolitical and economic risks mount worldwide.
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A discussion on how India is approaching the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, exploring the country's opportunities and challenges in adopting AI across its economy and society. The conversation, highlighted by the Asia Society, focuses on how India positions itself in the global AI race, touching on policy, innovation and the impact on its large workforce.
- 10Israeli minister shifts stance on $4.2 billion Hapag-Lloyd–ZIM deal●Israeli economy minister shifts position on $4.2 billion Hapag-Lloyd–ZIM deal
Israel's economy minister has changed his position on the proposed $4.2 billion acquisition involving German shipping giant Hapag-Lloyd and Israeli carrier ZIM. The reversal matters because the minister's office holds approval authority over the deal, and his earlier objections had cast doubt on whether the transaction could proceed. Details of what prompted the shift and the conditions attached remain limited.