Trade
China, Europe in EV tariff stare-down as Beijing drops retaliation hints
With two weeks before levies kick in, observers weigh possible deal or 'limited' payback
The Nikkei View
G7 must stay united in addressing interconnected crises
How to enlist Global South's help in maintaining global order remains uncertain
Opinion
Managed trade isn't good but is best way forward for China and EU
Planned EV tariffs could set off tit-for-tat retaliation that would hurt both sides
Equities
Japanese stocks fall over 2% on European political uncertainties
BOJ's lack of clarity on bond purchases leaves market players uneasy
Ukraine war
Swiss-led Ukraine summit seeks 'path to peace' without China and Russia
Japan, India and several ASEAN states to attend but Asian participation limited
Comment
How Europe's tilt to the right will affect Asian democracies
U.S. allies in the region should bolster ties with Poland and the Baltics
Electric vehicles
Stellantis partners with China's CATL, Leapmotor on Europe EVs
Automaker aims to tap cost-cutting expertise without triggering new tariffs
Automobiles
EV tariffs expected to slow but not halt China's drive into European market
EU move against 'unfair' state support could spur BYD and others to localize production
International relations
Japan's Kishida aims to keep Indo-Pacific on radar at G7 summit
Prime minister to cover China economic security concerns, Taiwan and more
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Trade war
EU slaps additional duties of up to 38% on Chinese EVs
Beijing threatens retaliation as negotiations begin to avoid application of new tariffs
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Electric vehicles
Volkswagen leans on Xpeng to mount EV comeback in China
German automaker hopes Chinese tech will drive 'innovations faster'
Hong Kong security law
Hong Kong fires back after U.K. judge warns of 'totalitarian' turn
Chief Executive John Lee accuses Britain of 'weaponizing' judicial influence
Comment
China-Russia-Iran-North Korea axis heightens the risk of WWIII
Simultaneous conflicts in Europe and Asia could become tomorrow's nightmare
Politics
Europe's China ties further tangled by rise of French far right
Rightward swing in EU elections pushes focus to trade, away from values
Politics
Far-right makes significant gains in European parliament elections
France's Macron calls snap election for the national assembly
Politics
Western-led global order eroded by nonstate armed groups
With tax collection and medical care, groups bare fangs against old rulers
Energy
Hitachi Energy to expand India, Sweden ops in $4.5bn buildup
Japanese group steps up production capacity for power grid equipment
IPO
China's Shein faces laundry list of concerns over possible London IPO
Analysts cite questions for apparel retailer on ESG, Beijing approval, valuation
Opinion
China is main beneficiary of West's futile energy transition push
Consumption of fossil fuels is as strong as ever as they remain irreplaceable
Defense
Japan approves treaty for next-gen fighter development with U.K., Italy
Cost-sharing ratios to be decided later this year, helping set division of roles
Comment
Can the world learn lessons from Sarajevo's history of war?
Bosnia-Herzegovina's slow healing from civil war holds significance for current conflicts
Energy
Japan and EU seek global lead in hydrogen rulemaking
Tokyo, Brussels to set safety and other standards
Sports
Germany's Dortmund eyes European crown and Asian soccer fans
Lessons from near bankruptcy taught club to balance finances and on-field success
Automobiles
China's Great Wall Motor shuts Europe headquarters, fires all staff: sources
Carmaker becomes latest Chinese outfit to cut European plans after poor German sales
Energy
China solar panel glut squeezes European suppliers as prices plunge
With plants closing, EU industry groups warn of bankruptcy risk without support