Luna Sun
Senior Reporter, Political Economy
Luna Sun joined the Post in 2021, covering China’s economy and social issues. She has previously covered local news and human interest stories in Indiana and New York City before returning to Beijing.
Luna Sun joined the Post in 2021, covering China’s economy and social issues. She has previously covered local news and human interest stories in Indiana and New York City before returning to Beijing.
Areas of Expertise:
China economy, social issues, cultureLanguages Spoken:
English, Korean, Mandarin
Earlier programmes focused on infrastructure, but new wave is shaped by demand in e-commerce, digital services and advanced manufacturing.
World’s largest food-service chain is looking to monetise its Snow King mascot and give a boost to hometown economy.
With Tokyo and Beijing still at loggerheads over Taiwan, analysts warn Japan’s decision exposes its economic vulnerability.
Despite an 11 per cent drop in US exports, China’s trade soared, buoyed by robust demand from Asean, the EU and other markets.
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The consumer price index rose 0.8 per cent in the first two months of 2026, though analysts remain concerned about long-term deflation risks.
Prominent Chinese economist says it is imperative to ensure the next generation can withstand the changes being driven by AI.
US exporters lost tens of billions of US dollars in sales to China in 2025, economist says.
Propelled by strategic R&D, China’s tech prowess is now the third highest, with key sectors such as batteries and biotech showing big gains over rivals.
JD.com founder Richard Liu has launched a nautical brand with a massive investment in yacht production, aiming to make ownership affordable.
The speed, efficiency and affordability of treatment in China is attracting foreign patients, but some bottlenecks need to be cleared.
Foreign drug makers face pressure in the Chinese market, from tighter regulatory oversight to growing local competition.
Double-digit jump in registration rate, boosted by policy and cultural tradition, offers modest upturn, but demographers are wary of weak fertility intentions.
Beijing brings per unit costs to lowest level on record – though outlays still remain well above levels in most developed economies.
The Agricultural Development Bank of China vice-president was once held up as a model figure for finance-driven poverty reduction.
China will struggle to keep growth above 4 per cent unless there is a ‘strong turnaround’ in productivity and consumer spending, economist warns.
Beijing leverages big data and global info exchange to chase undeclared overseas wealth, with fiscal needs seen driving the push, forcing compliance across sectors.
The city is striving for an early-mover advantage in the technology of tomorrow, including AI and quantum computing.
Record jump in returnees seen reflecting confidence in some domestic opportunities, particularly in areas such as AI, advanced manufacturing.
China sees a spike in orders from across the globe for footy-themed flags, scarves and wristbands but overall economic outlook is still weak.
The viral success of check-in app Are You Dead? has exposed the vast demand for services catering to China’s rapidly growing single population.
Freezing temperatures will not dampen the spirits of snow seekers, as China cements its reputation as the world’s ultimate winter playground.
Analysts expect any pre-summit talks to focus on deliverables such as easing semiconductor curbs and boosting agricultural sales, setting the stage for Xi and Trump.
Analysts warn that structural reforms are vital to address China’s deepening slide in population numbers as well as its birth rate.
With Beijing having accelerated family-support policies and childcare subsidies, analysts warn that structural reforms are vital to arrest the deepening slide.
Already home to world’s largest power system, Beijing moves to lock in advantage through record investment.
After the abduction of former Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro, many Chinese entrepreneurs in the region say they are staying put – for now.
Tokyo is blurring the line between civilian and military sectors, undermining Beijing’s interests in Taiwan, state media account says.
Strong export growth and US dollar weakness are expected to bolster the currency, the bank says.
Washington’s moves to assert dominance in the western hemisphere could see tighter restrictions to curb Beijing’s growing footprint.
