China assessing U.S. messages of hoping to hold tariff talks
--China's Commerce Ministry: Beijing is assessing possibility of holding trade talks with US--Railway network sets record for daily passenger trips on May 1st--Standard Chartered Q1 profit rises 10%, beats estimates
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Consumer confidence in U.S. reaches its lowest point since May of 2020
--China expects over 1.4 bln passenger trips during the five day May Day holiday, up 4.5% compared to last year--The Canton Fair has entered its third phase highlighting the latest emerging trends in textiles and apparel--American consumers fear new tariffs will result in a higher cost of living
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China adopts first law promoting private sector
--Chinese President Xi Jinping visits New Development Bank and highlights its important role in advancing green finance and sustainable growth--China's lawmakers surpassed the country's first fundamental law to protect and promote the private sector--Global gold demand increased by 1% in first quarter
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May Day holiday sparks travel boom across China
--As President Trump marks 100 days in his second term, we examine the economic impact for the U.S. and the world--Travel to surge as the five-day May Day holiday approaches--China's cultural economy booms with Q1 profits increased by 29%
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China to roll out measures to keep employment, economy stable: official
--China rolls out measures aimed at households and businesses to stabilize employment and drive economic growth--China outlines plans to improve its departure tax refund policy to boost inbound consumption and expand its appeal as a global tourist destination--Biz Focus: Slow trains connecting farms to tables across China
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