- China calls for ‘concerted’ industry efforts to tackle excess solar production CNBC —
- China’s Government Urges ‘Every Effort’ to Curb Solar Capacity Bloomberg —
- China’s trade with Iran, Gulf states plunges as Strait of Hormuz crisis hits energy flows South China Morning Post —
- China clean tech exports jump as Iran war spurs demand The Straits Times —
- China’s Silver Imports Jump to Record on Retail and Solar Demand Bloomberg —
China Solar Industry Capacity Controls
The call for capacity controls comes as China's trade with Gulf states plunges due to the Strait of Hormuz crisis, impacting energy flows and industrial output.
Authorities are pushing for more 'concerted' industry efforts to strengthen quality and technological standards while weeding out inefficient producers.
The solar industry's challenges are mirrored in the electric vehicle sector, where a boom in production has masked rising bankruptcies.
Beijing is navigating the delicate balance between maintaining its clean-tech dominance and ensuring the long-term financial stability of its major manufacturers.
Strait of Hormuz
Strait between the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf
Strait between the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf