China

Oil is getting more expensive for the third week in a row due to US pressure on Venezuela and Iran. Investors fear that the trade war may curb demand, but US oil reserves have fallen.

Chinese server manufacturer H3C warned of a possible shortage of Nvidia H20 chips, which could delay the development of artificial intelligence in the country. Priority will be given to customers with higher profit margins.

China's top diplomat Wang Yi will visit Russia to discuss bilateral relations and the settlement of the war in Ukraine. The visit will take place from March 31 to April 2.

A 7. 7 magnitude earthquake struck Thailand, causing a high-rise building to collapse in Bangkok. At least three people died, and there are reports of missing persons.

Nintendo plans to release Switch 2 on April 2, when Trump announces new tariffs. The company is moving production to Southeast Asia to avoid US tariffs.

A powerful earthquake shook Myanmar and Thailand, trapping 43 workers in a collapsed skyscraper in Bangkok. Authorities have declared a state of emergency, and airports have suspended operations.

South Korean companies are considering the possibility of resuming business in Russia after the end of the war in Ukraine and the lifting of sanctions, as Russia remains an important market.

An incident occurred at the World Figure Skating Championships in Boston. The ISU apologized for showing the flag of Taiwan instead of the emblem of Chinese Taipei during the presentation of figure skater Lee Yu-Siang.

Ministers from China, South Korea, and Japan will meet in Seoul to discuss economic cooperation. They will also discuss a response to trade pressure from the US.

Trump will introduce 25% tariffs on car imports, which will hit European manufacturers. Porsche and Mercedes may lose billions of euros in profits due to the new US duties.

The salary of the Minister of Youth and Sports, Matviy Bidnyi, in 2024 amounted to more than 1. 4 million UAH, which is 350,000 UAH more than in the position of Deputy Minister. The Minister's wife has a business in Slovakia and a house in Crimea.

Former Intel chief believes that the $100 billion promised to TSMC will not restore chip production in the US without research and development. All TSMC's research and development work is carried out in Taiwan.

Chinese Senior Official Ding Xuexiang called for expanded cooperation and opposed protectionism, hinting at destabilizing trade relations with the US. China seeks to attract investment.

Jean-Noël Barrot began a two-day visit to China to discuss the war in Ukraine and trade disputes with the EU. France supports Ukraine, while China strengthens ties with Russia.

Donald Trump is considering lowering tariffs for China so that Beijing supports the sale of TikTok. He hopes to reach an agreement on TikTok by next week.

According to the report, China has the ability to strike the US with conventional weapons and cyberattacks. Beijing also plans to displace the US in the field of artificial intelligence by 2030.

Donald Trump announced the introduction of a 25% duty on all imported cars to the US from April 2. The decision caused concern in the EU, which is assessing the consequences.

BMW is collaborating with Alibaba to integrate Banma AI into cars. This will create an intelligent assistant for drivers in China.

European officials believe Trump will face a difficult decision regarding the war in Ukraine. Putin demands the lifting of sanctions in exchange for a ceasefire.

South Korean partners are considering financing the reconstruction of the water pipeline and treatment facilities in Brovary, worth UAH 1. 2 billion. The modernization will improve the treatment and ensure the reliability of outdated facilities.

The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine reported that the Russians made a forecast for 2026-2035 with scenarios of possible conflicts. According to these documents, the «Ukrainian issue» should be closed by 2026.

Russia has increased the import of machine tools from China for the defense industry, including for Almaz-Antey and Uralvagonzavod. Payments are made through VTB Bank in yuan, according to the GUR.

Oil loading in Venezuelan ports has slowed after the US imposed tariffs on trade with countries that buy oil. Chevron is reducing its fleet, leading to loading delays.

Uranium stocks are falling due to trade tensions between the US and Canada, as well as ceasefire talks in Ukraine. This has led to lower uranium prices.

Concerns are growing in Europe about the ability to sustain a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine without US assistance. Britain is ready to provide troops, but long-term support is in doubt.

Ant Group, backed by Jack Ma, has developed methods for training AI on Chinese Alibaba and Huawei chips, reducing costs by 20%. Chinese chips have performed on par with Nvidia.

The breakfast menu is being restored in all McDonald's restaurants in Kyiv and the Kyiv region on March 25-26. You can find out what is on the menu in the mobile application.

The Atlantic editor was accidentally added to a chat with plans for strikes on Houthis. Congress is outraged, adviser Waltz faces resignation due to the leak.

US President Donald Trump has introduced a 25% duty on imports of Venezuelan oil, which may affect China and India. Caracas called it an act of aggression, but the US is ready for negotiations.

In the Indian city of Bodh Gaya, Buddhists are demanding that control of the Mahabodhi Temple be transferred to them. Protesters are demanding the repeal of the 1949 law that allows Hindus to participate in the management of the temple.