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China Seeks WTO consultations with India over EV and battery subsidies

KATHMANDU: China has requested consultations with India at the World Trade Organization (WTO) over India’s subsidy programs for electric vehicles and batteries, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce said on Wednesday. According to the ministry, India’s measures allegedly violate WTO obligations,…
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China to restrict lithium battery and graphite exports from November 2025

KATHMANDU: China will introduce new export controls on lithium batteries and graphite anode materials starting November 8, 2025, according to the Global Times. The Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) and the General Administration of Customs announced the decision to protect national…
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Average driving range of China-made EVs rises to 538 km

KATHMANDU: When people talk about electric vehicles (EVs), the first question that often comes to mind is: “How much range does it offer?” Since EVs cannot be conveniently charged everywhere, driving range has become a key factor for most buyers.…
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China’s EV makers redefine the global auto market

KATHMANDU: China has become a dominant force in the electric vehicle (EV) industry in just a few years. Five years ago, fewer than one million EVs were sold there and Chinese brands were rarely seen overseas. By 2024, they were…