News & Insights Across Asia
China’s central SOEs maintained R&D spending above ¥1 trillion for the fourth consecutive year in 2025, driving technological breakthroughs and industrial growth across strategic sectors.
U.S. President Joe Biden’s move to block Japan’s Nippon Steel from acquiring U.S. Steel raises questions about the complexities of global alliances and the safeguarding of strategic industries.
Despite changing leadership, the U.S. continues to escalate tariffs against the Chinese mainland, with President Biden expanding measures on strategic industries, signaling ongoing protectionist policies.
