Economy
Trump administration
Bessent urges Japan, other countries to cut imports of Russian LNG
Anyone that buys Russian energy is 'subsidizing the attack on the Ukrainian people'
Ukraine war
Taiwan in spotlight over world-leading imports of Russian naphtha
Sixfold surge since 2022 signals economic security risk in semiconductor industry
Trade
US Treasury urges G7, EU to impose tariffs on China, India over Russian oil
Bessent to meet with Chinese Vice Premier He in Spain
International relations
Putin lambasts trade sanctions on eve of visit to China
President says Russia, China oppose 'discriminatory' trade curbs
Trump tariffs
Trump says no imminent plans to penalize China for buying Russian oil
After Putin meeting, US leader says may consider such a move in two or three weeks
International relations
'Trump Route' in Armenia-Azerbaijan deal could reshape Eurasian trade
Corridor overseen by US would expand Washington's influence, but hurdles remain
Trump tariffs
Trump order doubles Indian tariffs to 50% over Russian oil
Executive action imposes additional punitive levy within 21 days
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Trump tariffs
India chides 'double standards' of NATO's Russian oil threats
Petroleum minister adds nation not worried as supplies remain robust
Trade
Central Asian trade route stirs to life, drawing European investment
Middle Corridor grows in importance as alterative to Russia, Suez routes
International relations
Pakistan, Russia to rebuild steel plant Soviets operated until 1992
Modern mill promises multiple economic benefits including reduced imports
Interview
Asia hand Kurt Campbell fears US-China miscalculation in Trump era
Ex-deputy secretary of state urges Japan to be 'intrepid,' take bigger regional role
China People's Congress
China steels itself against Trump: 5 takeaways as NPC closes
Beijing's annual conclave lays foundation for superpower tussle
Energy
Russia, China turn nuclear fuel into bargaining chip with the West
U.S. ban on Russian imports has led to greater dependence on Beijing
Automobiles
Chinese used-car exports surge 45% on strong Russian EV demand
Some 400,000 vehicles were shipped abroad last year
International relations
Russia boosts lending to India, Bangladesh, other friendly nations
Jump in funding amid geopolitical tug of war with West may come at domestic cost
Trade
Land Cruisers, Mercedes SUVs slip through cracks in Russia sanctions
Over 2,000 new-model Japanese and German cars listed on Russian online dealer
Interview
Germany's reliance on China, Russia was like being 'doped': vice chancellor
Berlin to push ahead with derisking, doesn't face structural recession: Robert Habeck
Commodities
Russia wants BRICS to become OPEC for wheat. Will members buy it?
Putin proposes grain exchange in response to record-low prices
Automobiles
Japan used car exports to Russia solid despite new restrictions
Demand shifts to smaller vehicles after trade ban on large cars last year
International relations
As BRICS expands, its recruits chase disparate goals
Prospective partners include both adversaries and allies of Western countries
Commodities
Shanghai Petrochem reveals more Russia oil buying as Li Qiang visits
Executive stresses 'price' is key; Chinese premier cements economic ties with Putin
Energy
China and Russia drive global nuclear power capacity to record high
With as many reactors as France, China is building more while pursuing new tech
Opinion
'Dark fleet' of oil tankers risk more maritime disasters in Asia
The West needs to bring Russian oil shipping out of the shadows
Comment
North Korea faces limits of economic boon from Russia 'alliance'
For Moscow, long-term partnership with Pyongyang may have little upside
Trade
India and Russia look to boost bilateral trade by 50% by 2030
Target of $100bn set during Modi's Moscow visit comes amid U.S. concerns
Comment
Russia woos Global South in push for new world order
Gambit to curb Western influence hinges on outcome of Ukraine war
Transportation
Central Asian railway to offer new link between China, Europe
New rail network would bypass problematic routes through Russia and Red Sea
International relations
Modi travels to Moscow for first time since Ukraine war
Visit shows 'resilience' of India-Russia ties amid global uncertainty, observers say
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Economy
North Korea's Kim talks up economy amid closer Russia ties
Food shipments seen easing shortage as farming and China trade recover