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China Sets New Energy Standards for Electric Vehicles

12/26/2025

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China Enforces EV Standards

China will enforce a mandatory energy consumption standard for electric vehicles starting January 1, 2026.
The standard caps energy use at 15.1 kilowatt-hours per 100 kilometers for pure electric passenger cars weighing about two tons.
The regulation is expected to enhance driving range by about 7%.
The standard ties tax exemptions to energy limits.
Related news includes regulating crude steel output and refined fuel export quotas.

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Europe Considers Tariffs

In 2026, Europe weighs tariffs on China to address imbalances.
The U.S. economy, aided by AI investments, faces uncertainty from tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump that raise import taxes to nearly 17%.
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Germany pursues multilateralism amid tensions with Russia and China.

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Policymakers Rethink Multilateralism

In 2026, global economic governance faces transformative changes due to geopolitical tensions and technological advancements.
The Brookings Institution report urges policymakers to rethink multilateralism to address challenges.
It highlights the impacts of artificial intelligence and lessons from past tech shifts.
The report argues that restrictive immigration policies by the United States harm growth and worsen labor issues.
It calls for evidence-based migration management and cites successful integration strategies abroad.

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China Enforces EV Standards

China will enforce a mandatory energy consumption standard for electric vehicles starting January 1, 2026.
The standard caps energy use at 15.1 kilowatt-hours per 100 kilometers for pure electric passenger cars weighing about two tons.
The regulation is expected to enhance driving range by about 7%.
The standard ties tax exemptions to energy limits.
Related news includes regulating crude steel output and refined fuel export quotas.

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