China crazy for chips

Salesforce’s big deal, China’s Xiaomi expands, Ant Group considers unloading Paytm stake

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US and EU may struggle to unite on how to tackle China

For all the talk of co-operation, there could be some messiness when it comes to the fine print

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Emerging market cycle shows that quality wins over long-term

Slower macroeconomic expansion will ensure quality growth retains a premium

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Chinese state-backed funds invest in US tech despite curbs by Washington

Groups strike deals in sensitive sectors even as new rules enacted over security concerns

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Joe Biden considers appointing a White House tsar for Asia

Move would signal importance of region for incoming US administration amid China tensions

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Shares in China’s Xiaomi drop after $4bn fund raise

Smartphone group plans to use proceeds to boost market share as Washington curbs hit rival Huawei

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Australian allies urged to drink its wine to counter China ‘bullying’

Beijing imposed range of sanctions on Canberra after call for inquiry into Covid-19 origins

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China rating agencies stand by SOEs despite default spree

Rankings reflect politics and implicit government backing for state-owned companies

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China’s move on Ant makes the fight on Big Tech global

Powerful companies are impinging on the norm-setting roles of governments themselves

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Coronavirus latest: Virus restrictions weigh on Spanish and French factory activity

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