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He Lifeng

Person · Head_of_state · China · 285 dispatches indexed · last seen Aug 22, 2026
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Geopolitical Politics
China's 'Countermeasures' Against US - What's in Japan's new Defense White Paper?

China announced countermeasures against US trade and technology restrictions, including a national security investigation into imported office equipment and sanctions on American firm Compliance Testing LLC, while signaling desire for diplomatic cooperation to maintain bilateral stability.

Tracking People's Daily · Aug 6
Geopolitical Economics
China Blacklists US Firms After Sanctions, Forced Labour Tariffs

China blacklisted seven US firms and tightened drone export controls Wednesday, retaliating against American tariffs imposed over forced labour allegations in Xinjiang, escalating ongoing trade tensions between the two countries.

Asia Financial · Aug 5
Geopolitical Economics
China slams US blacklisting, calls it ‘destructive bullying’

The US added 43 Chinese entities to a forced-labor blacklist, expanding the list by 30 percent and prompting China to condemn the move as economic coercion that undermines recent bilateral trade negotiations and destabilizes global supply chains.

asianews.network · Aug 4
Critical Tech & Minerals
Inside the Rare Earths Standoff That Threatens the Global Tech Economy

The U.S. government demands China honor rare earth supply commitments and agricultural purchasing quotas totaling seventeen billion dollars annually, threatening economic penalties ahead of a Trump-Xi summit as Western dependence on Chinese processing creates critical vulnerabilities.

weddings.lavenderhotels.co.uk · Jul 31
Geopolitical Economics
Trade Conflict: China Expresses 'Serious Concern' Over US Trade Barriers

China expressed serious concern about US trade barriers during a video call between Vice Premier He Lifeng and US officials, ahead of expected September presidential talks, as both nations clash over tariffs, forced labor enforcement, and robot import restrictions.

Die Zeit · Jul 31
Geopolitical Economics
Chinese vice premier urges efforts to boost industrial innovation

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng called for accelerating industrial innovation integration with scientific technology and stabilizing foreign trade during a Henan Province inspection tour, emphasizing strengthened international alignment and risk management.

CGTN · Jun 24
Geopolitical Economics
Federal Economics Minister: Katherina Reiche Advocates for 'Open Exchange' in China

German Economics Minister Katherina Reiche advocated for open dialogue with China during her Beijing visit, addressing energy security and AI-driven electricity demands while seeking to strengthen bilateral economic ties amid a 250 billion euro annual trade relationship favoring Chinese exports.

Die Zeit · May 27
Critical Tech & Minerals
AMD ramping up Taiwan capacity as global CPU market tightens

AMD is ramping up CPU production capacity in Taiwan with over ten billion dollar investment across multiple partners to meet unexpectedly strong global demand driven by AI inferencing and agentic AI systems.

WNWN-FM · May 22
Geopolitical Economics
The Beijing Summit Rewrites the Rules of Superpower Economic Engagement

Trump and Xi's May 14 Beijing summit established a pragmatic economic framework prioritizing bilateral deal-making and cooperation over escalation, with China offering trade concessions and institutional mechanisms while deliberately excluding Taiwan from reconciliation efforts.

Foreign Policy in Focus · May 19
Geopolitical Economics
U.S.-China tech war intensifies ahead of summit, expands to AI, robots and drones

The United States and China are escalating technology tensions over AI, robotics, and drones ahead of a September summit, with the U.S. imposing export controls and sanctions on Chinese companies while Beijing denounces the measures as economic coercion and hegemonic suppression.

디지털투데이 · Aug 6
Geopolitical Economics
China announces ‘countermeasures’ after US trade sanctions

China restricted drone exports to the United States and blacklisted six American companies Wednesday, retaliating against US tariffs and sanctions over forced labor and national security concerns, escalating trade tensions between the nations.

The Daily Star · Aug 5
Critical Tech & Minerals
US presses China on rare earths ahead of Xi's planned meeting with Trump

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ANI News · Aug 3
Geopolitical Economics
US Import Restrictions: China to Fight Against US Import Ban

The US Department of Homeland Security expanded its import ban from 144 to 187 Chinese companies, alleging forced labor in Xinjiang production. China rejected these allegations as economic coercion and vowed countermeasures, amid ongoing human rights disputes over Uigur treatment.

Die Zeit · Aug 2
Geopolitical Economics
China's He Lifeng holds video call with US officials

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng discussed economic and trade relations with US Treasury Secretary Bessent and Trade Representative Greer via video call, addressing implementation of bilateral agreements and mutual concerns while expressing worry over American trade restrictions.

CGTN · Jul 31
Geopolitical Economics
Minister visits Beijing: Reiche calls for fair competition in China

German Economy Minister Katherina Reiche visited Beijing and urged China's trade minister to ensure fair competition conditions for German companies, emphasizing reciprocal market access as Germany seeks balanced economic relations amid trade imbalances.

Die Zeit · May 27
Geopolitical Economics
Beijing blacklists six US firms, curbs drone exports after fresh tariffs

China blacklisted six US companies and restricted drone exports in retaliation for Washington's fresh tariffs, escalating trade tensions amid disputes over forced labor, national security, and allegations of unfair trade practices between the two economic powers.

Big News Network · Aug 6
Geopolitical Economics
China announces ‘countermeasures’ after U.S. trade sanctions

China restricted drone exports and blacklisted six U.S. companies Wednesday in retaliation for American trade sanctions over forced labor and national security concerns, escalating tensions after the U.S. imposed fresh tariffs on China and 59 nations.

The Hindu · Aug 5
International Relations
Chinese vice premier holds video call with US treasury secretary

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng discussed economic and trade relations with US Treasury Secretary Bessent and Trade Representative Greer, addressing concerns over US restrictions while both sides committed to maintaining stable bilateral economic cooperation.

CGTN · Jul 31
Geopolitical Economics
China to Accelerate Modernization of Key Industries

China's Vice Premier He Lifeng urged accelerated modernization of key industries during a Sichuan inspection, emphasizing technological breakthroughs, supply chain resilience, and fostering competitive industrial clusters to strengthen economic growth and national strategic goals.

La Jornada · Jun 29
Geopolitical Economics
What is China’s Hainan FTP initiative? | Explained

China launched Hainan's free trade port in December 2025, eliminating tariffs on 6,600 product categories to attract global investment and tourism, with 3,265 foreign enterprises registering and 753 million yuan in imports recorded within weeks.

The Hindu · May 25