#Supply Chain

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Chinese President Xi Jinping met in Beijing on Jan 5, 2026. The summit focused on rare-earth supply chains and a 'new era' of partnership.

South Korean and Chinese companies signed 9 MOUs on Jan 5, 2026, covering consumer goods and autonomous driving. Major biz leaders from Samsung and Hyundai attended to bolster ties.

In early 2026, Beijing issued a strong China Taiwan independence war warning, targeting legislative proposals in Taipei. This move escalates regional tensions and threatens global supply chains.

On Jan 4, 2026, a South Korea business mission to China, featuring leaders from Samsung, SK, and LG, departed for Beijing to discuss semiconductor and battery cooperation.

Airbus is set to reveal its 2025 aircraft delivery results on Jan 12. Learn why internal confidence is growing and how these numbers will impact the aviation market.

Mexico announces a significant hike in import tariffs on Chinese goods starting Jan 1, 2026. Explore the impact on USMCA trade and global supply chains.

On December 30, 2025, China conducted large-scale military drills encircling Taiwan to demonstrate its blockade capabilities. Explore the geopolitical and economic implications.

President Lee Jae Myung's state visit to China in 2026 marks a significant diplomatic shift. Learn about the summit with Xi Jinping and the participation of major business leaders.

CRCC has completed a critical 950km railway link in Algeria's Sahara, connecting the Gara Djebilet iron ore mine to global markets. This move strengthens China's resource security in 2025.

Local residents in Debrecen, Hungary are fighting back against CATL's massive battery plant over pollution and water scarcity fears, despite a $17 billion investment surge.

Mitsubishi Chemical targets 2030 for a new MMA plastic plant in India, aiming to finalize a site by 2027. The move shifts focus from oversupplied China to India's growing market.

LG Energy Solution has canceled a ₩3.9 trillion ($2.8B) battery component deal with Freudenberg. We analyze the market impact and whether this signals a slowdown in the EV sector.