Biz Talk

Explore the future of innovation with leaders transforming food, tech, climate, data, and AI-powered supply chains. Discover how cross-border collaboration drives breakthrough solutions in a time of rapid change.

This year marks 10 years of the China–CELAC Forum. As trade tops $500 billion, leaders gather in Beijing to deepen ties, boost cooperation, and tackle global challenges together.

For five consecutive years, the China International Consumer Products Expo has served as a dynamic platform where global brands and cutting-edge innovations converge. From iconic labels to emerging players, the expo offers unparalleled opportunities in an environment fueled by both business expertise and immense purchasing power.

China blends market-driven policies with strategic state guidance, fostering tech giants in AI and robotics. As global trade rebalances, multinationals navigate tariffs, AI disruption, and green transitions.

Hear insights from Pakistan’s finance minister and CEOs of AstraZeneca and Prudential on how China’s opening-up is stabilizing and powering the global economy.

In this episode, Biz Talk spoke with Maersk CEO Vincent Clerc about global trade resilience, digital transformation, sustainable shipping solutions, China's evolving economic role, and Southeast Asia's growing trade importance.

At the Boao Forum for Asia in Hainan, experts explore key economic trends, global partnerships, and Asia’s rising influence on the world stage.

The tariffs imposed under the Trump administration have reshaped the global economy. Though intended to shield some domestic industries, they have also driven up costs and strained international trade relationships, casting doubt on their long-term economic benefits.

US President Donald Trump has implemented sweeping tariffs, including 10% on all Chinese imports and 25% on steel, aluminum, and goods from Mexico and Canada. Trump has also proposed tariffs on autos, chips, and pharmaceuticals, while warning of potential tariffs on the EU and considering reciprocal tariffs to equalize rates across trading partners. These actions have heightened global economic uncertainty as more countries and industries face the impact of escalating trade tensions.

The 2025 Two Sessions outlined key economic goals, macroeconomic policies, and major tasks aimed at steering the nation toward sustained growth and modernization. From bolstering domestic demand to advancing high-quality development, the annual policy-setting meetings highlight critical priorities that underscore China’s broader vision for economic progress.