Embracing Sustainability in Supply Chain Operations: A Comprehensive Guide

1 week, 4 days ago

Interview: China crucial to sustainable global supply chains, says industry insider

Interview: China crucial to sustainable global supply chains, says industry insider Xinhua Updated: Dec 12, 2024 A worker operates a shoemaking production line in Wuchuan, Guangdong province. GENEVA, Dec 11 -- Chinese manufacturers, accounting for over a quarter of global manufacturing output, can play a vital role in creating a sustainable global supply chain, an industry insider has said. Seeking …

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1 week, 5 days ago

IIM Mumbai hosts the 30th edition of its annual business festival ‘Avartan 2024’

Hindustan Times

The Indian Institute of Management, Mumbai hosted the 30th edition of its flagship annual business festival, Avartan 2024, centered around the theme “Green Supply Chain: Managing Profitability with Sustainability.” The Supply Chain Management Conclave was the key highlight of the festival, informed IIM Mumbai. The Supply Chain Management Conclave was the key highlight of the festival, informed IIM Mumbai. Sharing …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Supply chain council formed under Indo-Pacific agreement with US as Chair, India Vice-Chair

Live Mint

New Delhi, December 4 : In a step towards bolstering supply chain resilience, a Supply Chain Council has been established under the Supply Chain Resilience Agreement, a key component of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity. The Agreement, signed in November 2023 and effective from February 24, 2024, seeks to enhance supply chain stability, particularly in critical sectors vital for …

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4 weeks ago

IIM Lucknow study reveals how startup founders blend profit with purpose

India Today

A recent study by the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow reveals how sustainability-focused startup founders are reshaping the definition of business success by integrating environmental and social responsibility with profitability. The study, co-authored by Prof. Krishna Chandra Balodi from IIM Lucknow’s Strategic Management department and research scholar Ravi Roshan, has been published in the renowned Journal of Cleaner Production. These …

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4 weeks ago

Efforts made to make supply chains greener

China Daily

Editor's note: China Daily is publishing a series illustrating the country's efforts to achieve its carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals. Stressing the importance of the disclosure of carbon emission information in fostering green supply chains, they maintain that China's extensive experience in its successful air pollution control initiatives, where information disclosure played a crucial role, offers valuable insights for …

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1 month ago

University of East London, Siemens, T-Hub Collab for Sustainable Higher Education in Hyderabad

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: The University of East London, Siemens UK, and T-Hub Hyderabad hosted a high-impact event on November 13, 2024, focusing on the role of industry and higher education in driving sustainability. The event, titled Achieving Sustainable Higher Education: The Partnership of Industry and Universities, was held at T-Hub, Hyderabad, and brought together key leaders from the academic and industry sectors …

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1 month ago

Empowering small fashion brands with more sustainable logistics

The Independent

The UK’s fashion and textile industry is one of the most respected in the world. But despite this influence, the sector faces several challenges, especially small and emerging fashion businesses that must juggle creativity with economic pressures and increasing demands for sustainable practices. Report, which assessed 250 of the biggest fashion brands, found Scope 3 emissions are on the rise …

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2 months ago

Security First, Efficiency Later: Shifting Sands in Global Supply Chains

The Hindu

Global supply chains are shifting towards security as concerns about Chinese involvement in the supply chain have emerged following the Israeli supply chain attack. The U.S. proposed rules on connected vehicle systems are intended to prevent the sale of these components in the U.S., while the Israeli attack highlighted the vulnerability of products with advanced technologies embedded in them. This …

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2 months, 4 weeks ago

Fashion suppliers want brands to help with EU green regulations

The Hindu

As the global fashion industry braces for new green supply-chain regulations, clothing makers in low-income countries like Bangladesh expect major international brands to share the burden. Bangladesh, the world’s second-biggest clothing exporter after China, in particular needs assistance from major brands as it undergoes a political transition following mass protests sparked by a jobs crisis that ousted the previous government. …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Creating greater impact through collaboration

Hindustan Times

Growth is the essence of creation. To advance to the next level of growth, we need new skills, often acquired through collaboration. As we look to the future, it is clear that collaboration will continue to play a vital role in driving sustainable growth and creating a positive impact. Embrace collaboration as a strategic imperative for sustainable growth and greater …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Top Pharma Leaders to Converge in Hyderabad

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: Thousands of pharmaceutical professionals will converge here for three days from July 5 to brainstorm on key issues that confront pharma companies in India, also known as the world’s pharmacy. The event, which will be hosted at Hitex in Hyderabad, is expected to host an impressive gathering of global leaders, Prix Galien awardees, and CEOs of top pharmaceutical industries …

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6 months ago

Vitality supplement

China Daily

MA XUEJING/CHINA DAILY The launch of the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum 20 years ago has strengthened the ties between the two sides with dozens of formal mechanisms established for political, economic and cultural exchanges. Both China and Arab nations, especially the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, are undergoing an economic transformation toward a more sustainable future, underscoring the exchange of industries …

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9 months, 1 week ago

Warped intent

China Daily

SHI YU/CHINA DAILY IPEF is designed to weaken China's economic growth by excluding the country from global supply chains The "Indo-Pacific" supply chain deal that came into effect on Feb 24 has the hallmarks of a continued effort to hinder China's economic development. The US is asking the other IPEF members to endorse a policy of economic containment rather than …

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9 months, 1 week ago

Warped intent

China Daily

SHI YU/CHINA DAILY IPEF is designed to weaken China's economic growth by excluding the country from global supply chains The "Indo-Pacific" supply chain deal that came into effect on Feb 24 has the hallmarks of a continued effort to hinder China's economic development. The US is asking the other IPEF members to endorse a policy of economic containment rather than …

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10 months, 1 week ago

IIT Madras institutes a chair to study logistics and supply chain

The Hindu

The Indian Institute of Technology Madras has signed an agreement with Redington, a global technology solution provider, to enhance supply chain expertise. Redington has partnered with the Institute to establish the R. Srinivasan International Visiting Chair dedicated to advanced research in logistics and supply chain management with emphasis on sustainable practices. Mr. Kamakoti said a deep analysis of how a …

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1 year, 1 month ago

India, U.S., 12 other IPEF members ink supply chain resilience agreement

The Hindu

India, the U.S. and 12 other members of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework For Prosperity grouping have signed a supply chain resilience agreement that would provide benefits such as potential shifting of production centres in critical sectors and mitigating risks of economic disruptions from supply chain shocks. On the social networking platform X, on November 15, Mr. Goyal said: "India joins …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Tiruppur’s carbon neutral initiatives to be studied

The Hindu

A study on the carbon neutral data of Tiruppur, the main hub for export of knitted garments in the country, will be done by Andre Lacroix, global CEO of Intertek Testing Services. The Tiruppur Exporters’ Association office bearers had a meeting with Mr. Lacroix in Coimbatore recently on sustainability issues. Subramanian said the garment sector in Tiruppur has taken several …

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1 year, 3 months ago

What is driving the Global Biofuels Alliance? | Explained

The Hindu

The story so far: On September 10, on the sidelines of the annual G-20 summit in New Delhi, an India-led grouping came together to give impetus to the production and use of biofuels, an alternative to fossil fuels like petroleum and diesel. The grouping, called the Global Biofuels Alliance would attempt to bring countries together to co-develop, accelerate technological advances …

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1 year, 3 months ago

China-EU synergy can meet global challenges

China Daily

MA XUEJING/CHINA DAILY In an era marked by exceptional international challenges, the development of the global economy, fighting climate change, and rapid technological innovations have emerged as focal points of our collective future. However, China's crucial role in addressing global and regional socioeconomic problems makes it a natural partner for mitigating and adapting to climate change. In particular, the Sino-German …

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1 year, 3 months ago

G20 Declaration stresses on sustainable supply chain energy transition

Live Mint

New Delhi: The G20 Leaders' Declaration released on Saturday stresses on the need for a diversified, sustainable, and responsible supply chain for energy transition including for critical minerals. It said that the member countries "support reliable, diversified, sustainable and responsible supply chains for energy transitions, including for critical minerals and materials beneficiated at source, semiconductors and technologies." Mint earlier reported …

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1 year, 3 months ago

G-20 Summit | PM Modi announces launch of Global Biofuel Alliance

The Hindu

India on September 9 announced the launch of the Global Biofuel Alliance and urged G-20 nations to join the initiative with a plea to take ethanol blending with petrol globally to 20%. The Alliance was launched by Mr. Modi along with a host of global leaders including U.S. President Joe Biden, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, Bangladesh Prime …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Opinion: India could write the next chapter of global pharma triumph

India Today

India’s G20 presidency has significant implications for the pharmaceutical industry, focussing on improving global health emergency preparedness, fostering industry collaborations, and harnessing digital health potential. India’s pharma industry has established its position as a global hub for drug manufacturing, bolstered by a well-established domestic production infrastructure and a pool of highly-skilled, cost-effective workforce. New avenues for growth Not surprisingly, global …

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1 year, 4 months ago

India enters into bilateral collaboration with five countries to conduct research in traditional medicines and study best practices

The Hindu

In an effort to expand the scope and work of Indian Systems of Traditional Medicine, India has entered into a bilateral collaboration with five countries — Nepal, Cuba, Malaysia, Venezuela, and Qatar — to share best practices and benefit from the work going on here in this field. “These bilateral meetings have provided an opportunity for renewing of ties, and …

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1 year, 4 months ago

WHO asks countries to work towards unlocking the power of traditional medicine

The Hindu

The World Health Organisation director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Thursday urged countries around the world to work towards unlocking the power of traditional medicine and provide evidence and action-based suggestions that can be interpreted into a global strategy. Ancient wisdom, modern science Also addressing the meeting, Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said that by embracing ancient wisdom and modern science, the …

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1 year, 5 months ago

A Technology Driven Pharma and Healthcare Solution Provider

Deccan Chronicle

Pharma and E-commerce are the two buzzwords in the current market scenario. MEDIMNY is one of the early entrants in the pharma B2B market, working on the principle of Availability, Connectivity, Sustainability, and Profitability. Medimny focuses primarily on the expansion into Brand, Surgical, Generics, and OTC Category Medicines, Inclusion of Cool Chain Products viz Insulin, Vaccine, and other Temperature controlled …

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1 year, 5 months ago

From local to global: Placing India on the global chemical manufacturing map

Hindustan Times

India’s chemicals sector is undergoing a sweeping transformation that is turning local players global, with the country fast emerging as a global manufacturing hub. Growing domestic consumption, rising disposable incomes, a reshuffling of the geopolitical order and changing consumer preferences are accelerating already strong demand, putting India on the global chemical manufacturing map and making it the hub of choice …

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1 year, 6 months ago

Dachser: Empowering supply chains in China with unparalleled capabilities

China Daily

Busy terminal in European Logistics Frankfurt branch. By understanding the specific needs and challenges faced by different industries, Dachser designs customized supply chain solutions, optimizing processes, reducing costs and enhancing overall efficiency. From online tracking and tracing to robust data analytics, Dachser's technological solutions provide valuable insights and enable informed decision-making, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness throughout the supply chain. By …

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1 year, 6 months ago

‘Indian pharma industry likely to grow to $130 billion in size by 2030’

The Hindu

The Indian pharmaceutical industry is projected to grow at a CAGR of over 10% to reach a size of $130 billion by 2030, industry officials said. Supported by the government’s policies and initiatives like ‘Pharma Vision 2020’ and ‘Make in India’, India aims to become a global pharmaceutical hub.” Stating that the pharmaceutical industry is moving towards transparency and visibility, …

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1 year, 6 months ago

Pharma sector needs to focus on quality and affordability: Mandaviya

Live Mint

New Delhi: Minister for health and chemicals & fertilizers Mansukh Mandaviya on Saturday advocated for a renewed emphasis on quality, affordability, and innovation in the pharmaceutical industry. Mandaviya chaired a roundtable meeting with the leading CEOs of pharmaceutical industry at the 8th International Conference on Pharma and Medical Device Sector. To maintain its status as the world’s pharmacy, India must …

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1 year, 7 months ago

India as a Quad-led biomanufacturing hub

The Hindu

In March 2021, the Quad set up a Critical and Emerging Technology Working Group to facilitate cooperation, monitor trends, and scout for opportunities related to developments in critical and emerging technologies, that included biotechnology. The Quad and complementary strengths India’s National Biotechnology Development Strategy also envisions the country as a “Global Biomanufacturing Hub” by 2025. Specifically, the Quad should establish …

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1 year, 7 months ago

Explained | Why making agri commodity value chains sustainable is a tough task

The Hindu

India has a long history of producing agricultural commodities, and has been a hub for the global spices, tea, and coffee trade for several centuries. India, as one of the anchors of global agricultural commodity trade both as major consumer and producer, needs to expand this understanding to include commodities that are actively imported, such as oilseeds; whose production is …

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1 year, 7 months ago

India's Pharma Sector In 2023 And Beyond: Shaping New Paradigm With Innovation And Easier Regulatory Processes

News 18

Recently, Union Health Minister, Mansukh Mandaviya highlighted that research and innovation are necessary for the sustained growth of the pharmaceuticals sector. In line with this, the government has initiated various steps such as pharma innovation, new programme to promote research and innovation in pharmaceuticals is being taken up through Centres of Excellences While India’s pharma industry has progressed by leaps …

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1 year, 8 months ago

Developing resilient renewable energy supply chains

Hindustan Times

The current global economic development aspirations coincide with intensifying climate risks, growing geo-political adversities, and shrinking carbon space. With the rise in the share of variable renewable energy in the electricity systems, storage solutions must see a massive growth. However, a speedy and risk-proof transition to RE will only be possible if countries can secure access to uninterrupted and affordable …

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1 year, 8 months ago

Drafting a road map to bolster the pharma sector

Hindustan Times

India is known as the pharmacy of the world, and there are several good reasons why it is called so. The country exports pharma products to over 200 countries, and its domestic pharmaceutical industry includes a strong network of 3,000 drug companies and 10,500 manufacturing units. The meeting, attended by representatives from the Union ministry and state governments, had five …

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1 year, 9 months ago

Southeast Asia the ‘new China’ for supply chains: business group

Al Jazeera

ASEAN Business Advisory Council chairperson Arsjad Rasjid says region should be ‘supply chain of the world’. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Southeast Asia is the “new China” and should be the centre of the global supply chain, the head of an influential regional business body has said. In an interview, Arsjad Rasjid, chairperson of the ASEAN Business Advisory Council, said the …

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1 year, 11 months ago

India needs holistic e-waste policy for sustainable reverse supply chain: Report

Live Mint

As India aims to achieve its ambitious climate targets, a recent report said that the country requires a holistic e-waste policy for sustainable reverse supply chain and to regulate the informal sector. The report titled ‘The Growing Impact of E-Waste in India’ prepared by Lions Club International and Primus Partners suggested incentivizing producers and companies to offer training courses and …

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2 years ago

Balaxi Pharma performs groundbreaking ceremony for manufacturing unit in Jadcherla

Deccan Chronicle

HYDERABAD: Leading IPR branded pharmaceutical company, Balaxi Pharmaceuticals Limited performed the groundbreaking ceremony of its US-FDA, EU-GMP, WHO-compliant pharmaceutical formulation plant here, in Jadcherla. The facility housed acrosss 1,50,00 sq ft will provide direct and indirect employment to over 350 individuals, with a capacity of manufacturing 1 billion tablets, 500 million capsules, and 27 million liquid injections per annum. On …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Yellen visits India to shore up US-Indo-Pacific partnership

Associated Press

NEW DELHI — Supply chains, Russia’s war in Ukraine and the impact of COVID-19 were top issues for U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen as she met with Indian government and business leaders Friday in New Delhi. Both Yellen and Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman called for the strengthening of supply chains with trusted trading partners in the Indo-Pacific region to …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Indian businesses must brace for EU sustainability push

Live Mint

India and Britain’s worker unions recently raised concerns that a UK-India free trade deal could open up the British market to goods produced by child labour and slavery. Once passed by the EU Council and Parliament and codified as national laws by EU member states, large European firms will be held liable for human rights and environment-related violations in their …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Companies face pressure to improve environmental sustainability in supply chain

Live Mint

While an imperative for many companies, global disruptions including the Covid-19 pandemic have made it more difficult to achieve goals across the supply chain that advance human rights, fair labor practices and positive environmental outcomes. For two years in a row now, roughly 80% of English-language respondents reported that their firm’s commitment to supply-chain sustainability stayed the same or increased …

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2 years, 3 months ago

SCO must create resilient supply chains to foster economic recovery: PM Modi

Hindustan Times

The Covid-19 pandemic and the Ukraine crisis have created impediments for global supply chains and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation should create trusted and resilient supply chains to foster economic recovery, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday. Addressing a session of the SCO Summit in Samarkand, Modi said the members of the grouping should give each other transit rights to …

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2 years, 3 months ago

Precision Engineering: Paving the way for India's self-reliance

Firstpost

Indian economy’s recovery from pandemic-induced stresses and business disruptions has received a thumbs up from IMF and global economists. The prevailing geopolitical hurdles have further enhanced the crucial importance of Atmanirbharta in strengthening the country’s digital infrastructure, especially at a time when India is driving tech-led growth and digital inclusion through schemes like BharatNet, encompassing rural broadband connectivity and up-gradation …

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2 years, 3 months ago

Focus on innovation, government-industry synergy key for India to become pharmacy of the world

Firstpost

The Indian pharma industry is strongly positioned in terms of production capacity and is also committed to growth Indian pharma industry currently ranks third in terms of pharmaceutical production by volume. A multi-pronged approach to innovation The R&D and clinical trials in the Indian pharma industry are traditionally risk-averse as they face several obstacles that may stifle innovation, such as …

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2 years, 5 months ago

Bringing MSMEs into inclusive and sustainable global value chains

The Hindu

Though the growth and achievements of large businesses in India have received much attention, micro, small and medium enterprises actually account for over 99% of businesses. Agencies such as the United Nations Industrial Development Organization, International Labour Organization, United Nations Development Programme, UN Women, IFAD and others are working with MSMEs as they navigate a rapidly changing post-pandemic economic landscape …

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2 years, 6 months ago

Goyal Asks Indian Industry To Procure Locally To Fortify Domestic Supply Chains

News 18

Stressing on the Aatmanirbhar Bharat mission, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday asked the Indian industry to procure locally wherever there is an opportunity so that domestic supply chains are fortified and become more resilient. “Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and Textiles, Shri Piyush Goyal today asked Indian industry to procure …

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2 years, 6 months ago

Piyush Goyal bats for local supply chains at Davos

The Hindu

Indian industry should strengthen domestic supply chains by sourcing supplies locally, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said at Davos, Switzerland. Speaking at the ‘Breakfast session Discussion on Trade 4.0’ at the World Economic Forum, Mr. Goyal said that there is a lot of optimism globally regarding India, despite challenges like the pandemic and the Ukraine conflict. Mr. Goyal expressed …

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2 years, 6 months ago

Supply chains in Asia shaken but unshattered

China Daily

Workers inspect brand tags on apparel ready for packaging at a textile factory of Texport Industries in Hindupur town in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh, India, Feb 9, 2022. This was partly because disposable income recovered more slowly in Asia's developing countries than it did in advanced economies, and because fiscal stimulus－especially direct cash transfers to households－was much larger …

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2 years, 9 months ago

Taiwan's lucrative chip industry faces threat from China, but India can play saviour

Firstpost

Taiwan, home to over 60 per cent of the world’s contract chip manufacturing, is a crucial player in the race for building a robust semiconductor supply chain As the Russia-Ukraine crisis continues, questions have been raised about how this might affect China’s decision-making process on Taiwan. Taiwan, home to over 60 per cent of the world’s contract chip manufacturing, is …

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2 years, 9 months ago

Major MNCs see green space for development

China Daily

Alf Barrios, chief commercial officer and China chairman of Rio Tinto A1 We anticipate China's demand for minerals and mining products will remain strong in 2022. China is our largest market, home to our largest shareholder and an increasingly significant supplier of goods and services required to operate our global operations, with our China Sourcing Strategy last year seeing a …

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