With Donald Trump and Elon Musk targeting USAID and the UK pledging just 0.3% of GNI for aid, China stands at a crossroads. This article examines the shifting dynamics of aid, power, and relations among the three nations The United States’ decision to shutter the US Agency for International Development (USAID) and the United Kingdom’s commitment to reduce foreign aid to 0.3% of gross national income (GNI) represent a significant …
The global marketplace is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by the rise of Chinese brands and their increasing influence on international consumers. In 2025, the relationship between global and Chinese brands is evolving at an unprecedented pace, marked by deepening collaborations, bold global expansions, and innovative cultural storytelling. A new report by TONG Global and the China-Britain Business Council (CBBC) explores these dynamics, offering insights into how brands can navigate …
Moving goods around has been one of the great challenges for domestic and foreign business in China since the beginning of the country’s reform and opening up in 1979. Getting your product inland, down to consumers in lower tiers, into the countryside, to the far west or the south has been a process that had to begin virtually from scratch. Refrigerated trucks, air and rail freight, and just-in-time delivery are …
by Paul French
As the world’s second-largest economy, China’s vast domestic market, advanced digital ecosystem, and strategic focus on modernisation have made it a global leader in several industries, writes Kristina Koehler-Coluccia, Head of Business Advisory at Woodburn Accountants & Advisors
by CBBC
In January 2025, the emergence of Chinese AI DeepSeek shook the global tech landscape and caused many US tech stocks to plummet, with US President Donald Trump dubbing it a “wakeup call” for US tech companies Founded in 2023 by Liang Wenfeng and headquartered in Hangzhou, DeepSeek specialises in developing open-source large language models (LLMs) – advanced AI models trained on vast amounts of data to understand and generate everything …
China’s consumer market is vast, dynamic, and full of promise – but only if approached with care and a clear strategy. For many British exporters, choosing the right China distributor can make or break them. A good partner will act as your eyes, ears, and boots on the ground. A poor one can mean lost time, reputational damage, and sunk costs. In a nutshell, a distributor is a middleman between …
by CBBC
Global health innovation and how the UK and China can work together to “prevent, optimise and thrive” was the focus of a panel at the UK-China Business Forum 2025 that explored the shift in healthcare from a focus on curing illness to preventative care and health optimisation As the NHS embraces social prescribing and China advances the “Healthy China 2030” strategy, the panel examined innovations in preventative care, digital health, …
Nestled in the heart of Shanghai, the China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) is more than just a business school; it’s a gateway between East and West, equipping professionals with the knowledge and skills to navigate a rapidly changing global economy Founded in 1994 through a partnership between the Chinese government and the European Union, CEIBS has grown into one of the world’s leading business schools, shaping the future of …
Ed Miliband, Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, visited China in March 2025 and met with Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang, China’s National Energy Administrator Minister Wang Hongzhi, and China’s Ecology and Environment Minister Huang Runqiu in Beijing to commit to pragmatic engagement on the climate crisis, cooperating with China to reduce global emissions. Writing in The Guardian ahead of the visit, Miliband said: “The only way …
by Tom Simpson