China Prioritizes Employment to Stabilize Economy Amid Pressures

China Prioritizes Employment to Stabilize Economy Amid Pressures

The central government issued the "Opinions on Implementing the Employment-First Strategy and Promoting High-Quality and Full Employment," aiming to improve labor remuneration, enhance rights protection, and improve the situation of workers. The document analyzes issues such as excessive overtime, insufficient layoff compensation, and wage stagnation. It calls for multi-party collaboration to establish a fair, just, healthy, and safe employment environment, ensuring policy implementation and enhancing the well-being of workers. This initiative seeks to address key challenges and promote a more equitable and fulfilling work experience for all.

Industrial Property Vacancies Hit Record Low As Rents Surge JLL

Industrial Property Vacancies Hit Record Low As Rents Surge JLL

JLL reports that the US industrial real estate market hit a record low vacancy rate of 4.8% in Q2, with rents soaring to $6.62 per square foot, a 5.1% year-over-year increase. The logistics and distribution sector led leasing activity, accounting for 24.9% of total leased space in the first half of the year. Despite active construction projects, net absorption exceeded deliveries, potentially leading to a supply shortage in the long term. Businesses need to carefully select industrial space, and landlords should pay close attention to market changes.

Key Rules for Crossborder Ecommerce Product Selection

Key Rules for Crossborder Ecommerce Product Selection

This article reveals two golden rules for cross-border e-commerce product selection: First, use tools like DianLeiDa to identify hot-selling products with proven market demand and make micro-innovations. Second, utilize image search and source factory functions to select suppliers and gain in-depth understanding of product details. By mastering these two strategies, cross-border sellers can accurately identify potential bestsellers, enhance competitiveness, and tap into overseas markets. This approach helps to streamline the selection process and increase the likelihood of success in the global e-commerce landscape.

Hangzhou Bonded Zone Targets Top 10 with Development Push

Hangzhou Bonded Zone Targets Top 10 with Development Push

Hangzhou Comprehensive Bonded Zone held a meeting to summarize the achievements of 2025 and deploy key tasks for the first year of the 15th Five-Year Plan, aiming for a top-ten ranking in the national comprehensive bonded zone performance evaluation. The meeting emphasized the need to transcend regional boundaries and integrate into the national development landscape, benchmark against international standards to create a hub for institutional innovation, address export shortcomings, expand development space, and adhere to Party building leadership to forge a strong team, contributing to the development of Qiantang New Area.

Hangzhou Emerges As Global Trade Hub After Ecommerce Boom

Hangzhou Emerges As Global Trade Hub After Ecommerce Boom

As China's first comprehensive cross-border e-commerce pilot zone, Hangzhou has transformed from a 'test field' to a global trade hub in ten years. With 'second-level clearance' efficiency, convenient 'hassle-free returns', and 'ultra-fresh' logistics, Hangzhou's cross-border e-commerce greatly facilitates global trade and serves as a new engine for foreign trade development. In the future, Hangzhou will continue to deepen innovation and contribute more to the development of global trade. It's a model of efficiency and convenience, boosting economic growth through streamlined processes and customer-centric services.

Ecommerce Giants Expand Warehouses As Demand Surges

Ecommerce Giants Expand Warehouses As Demand Surges

The booming e-commerce sector is driving a surge in warehouse demand, particularly in densely populated areas, leading to soaring rents. Smart warehouses are becoming a trend, with site selection driven by data. The US warehouse market presents a mixed picture, concentrated in first-tier cities, while demand is emerging in second-tier cities. Online fresh food and omnichannel retail are intensifying competition. Economic recovery supports the market, with vacancy rates hitting record lows and warehouse construction becoming more rational. This creates both opportunities and challenges for logistics providers and businesses alike.

Euro Faces Sustained Downtrend Amid Bearish Pressure

Euro Faces Sustained Downtrend Amid Bearish Pressure

The first EUR/USD analysis of 2026 indicates continued selling pressure on the Euro, with the bearish trend remaining dominant. Technical analysis suggests a key resistance level around 1.18, and a break below this level would reinforce the bearish outlook. Long positions are not recommended unless a significant breakout above 1.17425 is achieved. The report also analyzes Euro futures and the Canadian dollar's prospects, providing investors with valuable insights. The analysis highlights the importance of monitoring key technical levels for potential trading opportunities in the EUR/USD pair.

Canadas SUV Visa Program Hits Record Immigration Amid Tech Boom

Canadas SUV Visa Program Hits Record Immigration Amid Tech Boom

Jiasheng Venture Capital helps innovative SUV project teams enter the incubator and accelerate project progress. The review of the Canadian SUV Innovation Visa is accelerating, and the number of immigrants continues to climb, reaching a record high in the first three quarters of 2023. Jiasheng Venture Capital predicts that SUV projects will usher in a new wave of climax in 2024, providing comprehensive support for innovative project teams to help them take root in Canada. We offer guidance and resources to navigate the SUV visa process and ensure successful project implementation.

US Rail Freight Intermodal Rises As Traditional Cargo Falls

US Rail Freight Intermodal Rises As Traditional Cargo Falls

According to the Association of American Railroads, U.S. rail traffic showed a mixed picture for the week ending February 15th. Traditional carload traffic decreased by 4.8% year-over-year, dragged down by coal, metals, and chemicals. Intermodal traffic, however, increased by 7.0% year-over-year, although slightly lower than the previous two weeks. Cumulative data for the first eight weeks shows a 0.7% decrease in carload traffic and a 9.3% increase in intermodal traffic. The reshaping of global supply chains and the growth of e-commerce are key drivers of intermodal growth.

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WCO Launches Global Customs Disaster Response Initiative

WCO Launches Global Customs Disaster Response Initiative

The WCO's (World Customs Organization) COVID-19 Project held its first Asia-Pacific regional seminar, focusing on disaster management and supply chain continuity. Customs representatives from various countries gathered to share experiences and discuss cooperation, aiming to enhance customs' ability to respond to pandemics and similar emergencies and ensure global supply chain stability. The WCO is actively developing guidelines and promoting digital transformation within customs to build a more resilient global supply chain. The seminar highlighted the importance of collaboration and innovation in navigating the challenges posed by global crises.