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Sylvia Ma
Reporter, Political Economy
Sylvia Ma joined the Post in 2023 as a graduate trainee and covers China's economy. She holds a master’s degree in journalism from the University of Hong Kong and a bachelor’s degree in English from Fudan University.
Sylvia Ma joined the Post in 2023 as a graduate trainee and covers China's economy. She holds a master’s degree in journalism from the University of Hong Kong and a bachelor’s degree in English from Fudan University.
Areas of Expertise:
China economy, social issues, cultureLanguages Spoken:
English, Mandarin
Though this week’s China-Russia summit featured many agreements, none progressed the long-delayed Power of Siberia 2 natural gas pipeline.
Beijing has set the yuan at its strongest level against the US dollar since early 2023, with banks projecting further appreciation.
Beijing says Washington agreed to keep future trade levies at numbers set in trade talks last year.
China is one of several nations trimming their exposure to US debt, as inflation drives Treasury yields to levels not seen since 2007.
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Seven of the top 10 foreign holders cut their exposure to US government debt, led by Japan, which offloaded US$47.7 billion.
More than half of the country’s gold recycling firms are less than three years old.
The Ministry of Commerce condemned Brussels for escalating the probe, accusing the bloc of coercing Chinese banking institutions.
Miran quit his job as a Trump economic adviser to join the US Federal Reserve board, where he became known as a vocal dove.
The appointment follows White House pressure on the central bank to lower interest rates – a move analysts warn could have unintended consequences.
China has strengthened its position since the US president’s last visit, analysts said, predicting more equitable results from any potential agreement.
Gigafactory stakes and a push for self-driving software approval cast the billionaire as a key US envoy while seemingly sealing a reconciliation with Trump.
Fewer than 1.7 million couples tied the knot in the first quarter, the lowest total for the same period since lockdown-dominated 2020.
Kevin Warsh said at a confirmation hearing he would not become the US president’s ‘human sock puppet’, but concerns over interference persist.
Strategic state-led investment and low production costs are expected to lift the nation’s manufacturing export share amid deployment of advanced automation.
Doubao’s pay plans mark a turning point for China’s chatbot sector, but user reluctance raises doubts about their viability.
Top economist explains how China has less in common with 1990s Japan than many think – and why talk of Chinese overcapacity is often ‘imprecise’.
Beijing has wheeled out its ‘Blocking Rules’ for the first time, ordering non-compliance with the American action.
The development in Ningxia is intended to balance AI-driven demand for computing capacity with the drive to cut carbon emissions.
Local authorities are using big concerts to attract tourists and revenue, part of broader efforts to boost consumption under new five-year plan.
Bai Chongen, an economist and adviser to China’s government, explains how the country can dodge ‘Japanification’ and why its economic rise is misunderstood.
China’s leadership vows to push forward with infrastructure projects, boost tech self-reliance and safeguard energy security.
Former European economic adviser says Beijing’s bid to build an international currency will hinge on leaders allowing it to fluctuate freely.
The agreement to partly link iron ore pricing to the yuan is a breakthrough but US dollar dominance in the trade remains entrenched for now, analysts say.
Seven listed entities are barred from receiving ‘dual-use’ items originating in China, according to a statement from the Ministry of Commerce.
German economist doubts EU and Chinese currencies will be widely used for international trade or that stablecoins will take off outside the ‘shadow economy’.
Potential successor to Jerome Powell may pursue policies that pressure US dollar-driven assets and curb global liquidity, analysts say.
Former World Bank economist defends Beijing’s industrial strategy amid ‘overcapacity’ allegations, points to Germany and a ‘double standard’.
A large-scale project in Shandong province is part of a national green energy push.
Geopolitical risk is driving a rethink of where bullion is stored – and Hong Kong’s unique status is drawing attention.
