After pressuring the UK to ban Huawei’s 5G gear on national security grounds, the Trump administration is widening its trade assault on China, this time zeroing in on shipbuilding and port infrastructure. New tariffs will target Chinese-made vessels and port equipment, including gantry cranes, containers, and chassis.

China’s booming auto industry is moving beyond product competition as automakers increasingly prioritize unified safety standards for intelligent driving systems. The sector is transitioning toward a technology-driven growth model built around standardization and long-term scalability.

Washington’s export controls and escalating US-China chip tensions have dominated headlines, but American semiconductor leaders continue to rely heavily on the Chinese market. In 2023, China drove 27% of Intel’s global revenue, roughly US$14.6 billion, and 15% of AMD’s, about US$3.4 billion. Nvidia reported China accounted for over 13% of its fiscal 2025 revenue, totaling approximately US$17 billion. Despite Beijing’s push for self-reliance, these numbers highlight China’s critical role for US chipmakers. However, Chinese customs data reveals a stark contrast, with US semiconductors comprising just 3% of China’s total chip imports.