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China to Expand Green Aluminium Certification Amid Rising Global Demand

China to Expand Green Aluminium Certification Amid Rising Global Demand

China’s push for green aluminium production is poised to mark a significant milestone, with the China Green Metal Certification Center (CGMC) anticipating the accreditation of approximately 2.75 million metric tons (over 3 million US tons) of low-carbon aluminium by the end of...

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Russia Boosts Alumina Imports from India Amid Geopolitical Strains

In a bid to minimize its dependency on China and adapt to the aftermath of the Ukraine crisis, Russia has amplified its alumina imports from India. This strategic move not only provides Russia’s Siberian plants with the required feedstock but also curtails costs in an era of financial constraints. Post its foray into Ukraine, Russia […]

China Challenges WTO Verdict on U.S. Aluminium and Steel Tariffs

The People’s Republic of China has lodged an appeal against a decision by the World Trade Organization (WTO) which supports U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminium, announced the Chinese commerce ministry. Previously, a WTO panel had sided with the U.S., suggesting that China violated WTO standards by introducing extra tariffs on U.S. imports as a […]

China Raises Questions on EU’s High-Carbon Import Tariffs

The European Union (EU) is weighing implementing extra charges on certain imported goods like steel and cement. However, the People’s Republic of China, a major trade partner, has voiced concerns and wants the EU to double-check with global trade guidelines set by the World Trade Organization (WTO). At the heart of this development is the […]

China Records All-Time High in August Aluminium Production

China’s primary aluminium output witnessed a significant surge in August, reaching an all-time monthly high. According to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on Friday, China’s output rose by 3.1% year-on-year to a striking 3.6 million metric tons. The surge is chiefly attributed to ramped-up production in the southwestern province of Yunnan, […]

US, EU Aim to Implement New Steel Tariffs, Targeting China and Others

The United States and the European Union are reportedly in discussions about introducing new tariffs on steel imports, focused largely on China’s excess steel production. Bloomberg News reported this week that these tariffs would be primarily aimed at imports from China, which allegedly benefit from non-market practices. However, details regarding which other countries might be […]