Focus on Trade
Rising LNG terminal costs to make new US projects less competitive, says analyst
Rising U.S. LNG plant costs and permitting pauses threaten export competitiveness, analysts warn of shifting global demand.
European Commission favours more EU funds for electric vehicles sector
This would form part of the 4.6B euros from the EU's Innovation Fund for net-zero tech and renewable hydrogen.
Could making hydrogen-based ‘green iron’ in emerging markets speed shift to green steel in developed countries?
OIES: Could setting up ironmaking plants powered by green hydrogen in developing countries support the transition to green steel?
China bans export of critical minerals to US as trade tensions escalate
Gallium and germanium are used in semiconductors, with germanium also key for solar cells.
Explainer: After China’s mineral export ban, how else could it respond to U.S. chip curbs?
China’s export curbs on minerals like graphite highlight its leverage in EVs and chips during the energy transition.
US LNG exports to Europe surge in November on higher prices
U.S. LNG exports to Europe surged in November, with 68 per cent of shipments heading to the continent amid rising gas prices.
What the U.S. chip crackdown on China means: Key industries and technologies affected
U.S. targets China’s chip ambitions with new export curbs, affecting 140 firms, advanced tools, software, and memory tech.
US unveils fresh export curbs targeting China’s chip sector
The U.S. tightens export controls on AI chips and semiconductor tools to curb China’s tech advances in military and AI.
Chinese lidar sensors pose hacking risk to US defence equipment, report says
A report warns Chinese-made lidar in U.S. defence gear risks hacking, urging bans and allied efforts to build secure supply chains.
From China woes to EV troubles, VW faces rocky road
Chinese EV makers like BYD thrive with tech-packed models, while VW struggles with its electric transition.
