Focus on Trade
Adanis knew of US probe when they sold bribe-linked assets to TotalEnergies, prosecutors say
Gautam and Sagar Adani sold a solar park stake to TotalEnergies despite U.S. bribery probe allegations, prosecutors claim.
New U.S. sanctions probably spell end of EU energy payments through Russia’s Gazprombank
"EU payments for energy resources through Gazprombank will likely become impossible at the end of 2024," analysts say.
Indian PM Modi highlights interest in Guyana’s oil
India seeks oil from Guyana, citing rising energy needs, as the two nations sign agreements on energy, agriculture, and defense cooperation.
Analysis: Trade demands clash with climate agenda at COP29 talks
Developing nations at COP29 decry trade barriers like the EU's carbon border levy, warning they hinder green transitions and climate equity.
Billionaire Gautam Adani of India’s Adani Group indicted in US bribery case
Adani Group's Gautam Adani indicted in U.S. for $250M bribery scheme tied to $2B solar profits, deceiving investors, say prosecutors.
STMicro partners with Hua Hong as chipmakers need China, says CEO
STMicroelectronics partners with China's Hua Hong, citing local production as key to competing in the fast-evolving Chinese EV market.
As Trump returns, China seizes chance for climate mantle
With Trump expected to take the U.S. out of climate diplomacy, China positions itself as a global climate leader at COP29.
Trump to unleash nearly 40% tariffs on China in early 2025, hitting growth: Reuters poll
U.S. tariffs on China could hit 40 per cent in 2025, cutting up to one per cent off China's growth amid debt risks...
As COP29 eyes $1 trillion climate fund, some see new taxes as one way to get there
COP29 leaders eye $1T+ yearly for climate aid, exploring taxes on shipping, aviation, fossil fuels, crypto, and wealth to fund efforts.
Sweden has no plans to take stake in Northvolt, deputy PM says
Sweden won't invest in cash-strapped Northvolt, says Minister Ebba Busch, despite its strategic value in the EU's industrial competition.
