World Bank Forecasts Major Commodity Price Surge in 2026
The World Bank warns of a 24% surge in energy prices and broad commodity inflation in 2026, driven by Middle East tensions and supply chain shocks.
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Belgian Diplomacy Lands in China: Key Talks Kick Off 🇧🇪🤝🇨🇳
Belgium’s Deputy PM Maxime Prevot visits China for high-stakes talks on trade and global cooperation, signaling a key moment in Europe-Asia relations this year.
Zero-Tariff Trade: China Opens New Growth Path for Africa
China’s new zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries, effective May 1, 2026, aims to boost African exports and foster sustainable economic growth.
China Slams EU’s New Green Investment Rules as Discriminatory 🚫⚡
China criticizes the EU’s new Industrial Accelerator Act, calling it discriminatory and a barrier to foreign investment in key green industries like EVs and solar power.
Iran Unveils Phased Peace Plan Amid Rising Hormuz Tensions
Iran presents a three-stage plan to end the conflict, but tensions over the vital Strait of Hormuz continue to threaten global stability.
How China’s Greater Bay Area is Powering Global Prosperity in 2026 🌏💼
In 2026, China’s Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area is leading with a model of openness and collaboration, driving shared prosperity on the world stage.
German Leader Slams US-Israel War in Iran as ‘Unnecessary’
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticizes the US-Israel conflict with Iran, calling it a ‘completely unnecessary war’ that threatens global economic stability.
German Chancellor Slams US-Israeli Conflict with Iran as ‘Completely Unnecessary’
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warns the US-Israeli conflict with Iran is a “completely unnecessary war” with devastating global economic consequences.
Oil Crisis Sparks Debate: Will Middle East Turmoil Kill or Fuel the Green Transition?
Recent Middle East turmoil and the Strait of Hormuz blockade have experts split: is this the crisis that finally accelerates the shift to renewables, or a major roadblock?
Ex-Croatian Leader: China’s New Blueprint Opens Global Doors 🌏✨
Former Croatian President Ivo Josipovic highlights how China’s 15th Five-Year Plan promises more openness, fueling deeper cooperation with Croatia and the EU in 2026.