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In a major breakthrough, Sinopec unveiled its independently developed 60K large-tow carbon fiber -the 'King of New Materials' at an international composites exhibition this September.

President Trump threatened major new tariffs on China and cast doubt on a key meeting, only to later backtrack and leave the possibility open.

After a decade of talks, the EU and Indonesia seal a landmark trade deal. This strategic move diversifies EU supply chains and unlocks fresh markets.

President Trump announces a staggering 100% additional tariff on all Chinese imports, effective November 1, 2025. This move will push the total tariff rate to 130% or more, compounding existing duties.

Recently, the world's largest green methanol production project-Jinfeng Technology Xing'an League Green Hydrogen-to-Green Methanol Project successfully completed its gasifier process validation in China.

Chinese titanium dioxide suppliers executed their fifth price hike, pushing domestic and export rates higher through late 2025.

The EU has imposed strict steel import limits, sending shockwaves through global trade. This move is sparking intense international debate and scrutiny.

President Putin stated that restoring full ties with the U.S. is in Russia's vital national interest during his address at the 22nd annual meeting of the Valdai Discussion Club.

BASF hits key milestones at Zhanjiang with new plant start-up and ethylene complex completion. This solid progress keeps the site on track for full 2025 operations.

Facing trade turmoil and weak U.S. demand, carriers are canceling sailings at a pace not seen since the pandemic's peak.

The world's first approved dual-target weight-loss drug, Mazdutide, has shaken up the international market with its unique design.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau suggests a potential warming in Canada-China relations, a notable shift from his earlier description of China as the 'greatest threat'.

China's major industrial firms saw profits grow 0.9% year-on-year to over 4.69 trillion yuan in the first eight months, official data shows, signaling steady economic recovery.

China declares it will forgo new special trade benefits in future WTO talks. The move underscores its role as a responsible major developing nation at the UN General Assembly.

Chinese researchers achieve breakthrough with near-total atom utilization in catalysis, paving the way for greener, more efficient chemical production.

Global chemical markets navigated a volatile September, caught between strong expectations and muted reality. Key drivers were the US Fed's rate decision and China's 'counter-involution' policies.

China's API sector is transforming, driven by shifting costs, currency moves, and a strategic shift towards innovative drugs.

Cobalt prices surged over 12% this week, hitting 309,300 yuan per tonne. The sharp rise from 275,000 yuan just days earlier highlights significant market volatility.

Global grain production is set for a record high in 2025/26, driven by surges in maize and wheat. Yet, geopolitical shifts and U.S.-China trade tensions are fragmenting global markets, undermining supply chain stability.

Europe's chemical industry faces a 'multiple crisis' as weak domestic demand collides with major new overseas production capacity, a senior leader warns.

On September 25, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the United States will implement a new round of substantial tariffs on a broad range of imported goods effective October 1, with some tariff rates escalating to as high as 100%.

China's 2024 vitamin and supplement market hits RMB 232.3billion, as consumer focus shifts from basic nutrition to multi-dimensional wellness, revealing vast growth potential with per capita consumption at just one-fifth of the U.S. level.

In the global wave of green energy transition, China's oil giants are accelerating their transformation into integrated energy suppliers encompassing petroleum, natural gas and clean energy.

Trump Administration Launches National Security Probes into Imports of Robots, Machinery, and Medical Devices.

Indonesia and EU Seal Landmark Trade Deal, Slashing Tariffs on Vast Majority of Indonesian Exports.

China and Brazil are deepening agrochemical cooperation, focusing on sustainable agriculture and food security, with China's role as the top producer of non-patented pesticides seen as vital for global food supply.

On 23 September local time, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced that border crossings with Belarus would reopen in the early hours of 25 September.

In the first half of 2025, China's API and intermediate trade demonstrated robust growth and resilience, highlighting its vital global role alongside a pressing need for structural improvements.

Asia's aviation industry is boosting SAF production, but faces growth constraints from fragmented policies, infrastructure gaps, and high feedstock costs.

In mid-September, methanol prices were regionally split, weakening in Asia on high Chinese inventories but strengthening in the US due to plant maintenance.