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China’s export surge redraws global trade map
Scott Foster reports that China’s early-year trade data show surging exports across ASEAN, Europe, and Africa even as shipments to the US decline. The pattern underscores Beijing’s growing dominance in global trade networks outside the American market.
No recovery: Germany’s industrial erosion is deepening
Diego Faßnacht reports that Germany’s latest industrial data show continued deterioration rather than recovery, with falling production, shrinking imports of industrial inputs, and weakening competitiveness. Energy costs and structural shifts are accelerating the country’s deeper industrial erosion.
Russia eyes Iran mediation to ease sanctions pressure
James Davis reports that Moscow is exploring diplomatic mediation over Iran as a means to improve relations with Washington and potentially ease sanctions, even as fighting in Ukraine grinds on and divisions deepen within both Russian and Ukrainian leadership circles.
