Praises Mandarin in Nigeria curriculum The Chinese government has applauded the federal government’s decision to include the Chinese language in its academic curriculum for senior secondary schools, describing it as cheering news and an important bridge for deepening China-Nigeria friendship. Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Yu Dunhai, who spoke late Wednesday at a reception to […]
Weakening external demand and domestic price wars have squeezed margins. Narrower margins have forced companies across the private sector to cut jobs. The continued rise in unemployment may affect domestic demand, potentially slowing the transition to a consumption-led economy. US Visa Policy Escalates Labor Market Strain Deteriorating labor market conditions coincide with attempts by the
A record number of graduates entered a destabilizing labor market, impacted by US tariffs and economic uncertainty. China’s industrial sector has borne the brunt of US tariffs. And the strain doesn’t stop there—factories are feeling the pressure. Manufacturing Sector Under Pressure The S&P Global China General Manufacturing PMI (formerly the Caixin Manufacturing PMI) fell from
By: Fatima Hussein And Ken Moritsugu, The Associated Press Posted: 2:41 AM CDT Monday, Apr. 8, 2024 Last Modified: 5:59 AM CDT Monday, Apr. 8, 2024 BEIJING (AP) — The Biden administration will push China to change an industrial policy that poses a threat to U.S. jobs, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Monday after wrapping