Major port city of Liaoning, a financial and logistics hub in Northeast China
China has expanded exports despite sanctions, redirecting volumes to Europe and Asia as it maintains a record global trade surplus of $1.2 trillion. The shift raises concerns in Europe about a potential second China Shock and prompts calls for higher tariffs and new policy tools.
Two Japanese nationals have been detained in Dalian and Shenyang on suspicion of violating Chinese law and attempting to smuggle goods related to rare earths. Beijing has notified Tokyo, and Japan is seeking clarity and consular protections for its citizens as tensions with China persist.