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Jordan News
03-06-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
Gold Retreats from 4-Week High as Dollar Gains Slightly - Jordan News
Gold Retreats from 4-Week High as Dollar Gains Slightly Gold prices declined on Tuesday, pulling back from their highest level in nearly four weeks, as a slight recovery in the U.S. dollar weighed on the yellow metal. However, ongoing uncertainty surrounding U.S.–China trade talks kept investor caution intact and limited the downside. اضافة اعلان Spot gold fell 0.5% to $3,362.57 per ounce as of 04:29 GMT, after earlier hitting its highest since May 8. U.S. gold futures dipped 0.3% to $3,386.60. Gold had previously jumped about 2.7% in the prior session, marking its strongest daily gain in over three weeks. 'The dollar recovered slightly, and gold fell—so they are moving inversely at this point,' said Brian Lan, Managing Director at GoldSilver Central in Singapore. Despite the dip, gold continues to track global trade developments closely. While there was a minor pullback in investor positions, it wasn't as steep as during previous moments of apparent de-escalation in trade tensions, Lan added. The U.S. Dollar Index also recovered slightly from a six-week low, maintaining its influence on gold pricing. Trade Tensions in Focus: A call between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected this week, according to the White House. The U.S. plans to double tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to 50% on Wednesday, coinciding with the deadline set by the Trump administration for countries to improve their trade offers. The European Commission announced it will present strong arguments this week for the U.S. to reduce or eliminate these tariffs, despite Washington's intention to increase them. Other Precious Metals: Silver: down 1.9% to $34.12/oz Platinum: up 0.1% to $1,064.66/oz Palladium: down 0.1% to $986.10/oz Volatility remains elevated across precious metals markets amid currency shifts and geopolitical developments.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
The Inner Circle acknowledges, Jun Lan as a Pinnacle Professional Member
TROY, Mich., May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Jun Lan is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Professional Member Inner Circle of Excellence for his contributions to Innovating the Automotive Industry with High-Performance and Sustainable Solutions. Jun Lan, an industry leader with over 26 years of experience, is driving innovation and sustainability in the automotive sector as the Chief Executive Officer of BlueTech Global (BTG) LLC. Since 2019, Mr. Lan has led the Bloomfield Hills-based manufacturing and supply company to international success, specializing in high-performance electrical components and magnesium wheels that promote green energy and sustainability. BTG's commitment to advancing the wheel industry and supporting the automotive sector's shift toward sustainable energy solutions has positioned the company as a key player in global markets. Under Mr. Lan's leadership, BTG emphasizes quality, performance, and environmentally conscious practices, reflecting his vision for a greener future in automotive manufacturing. Mr. Lan's academic foundation includes a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a focus on Polymer Science & Engineering from Peking University (1991). He later earned a Master of Science and was a doctoral candidate in Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Texas at El Paso (2001). To further enhance his leadership skills, he pursued an MBA in General Management and International Business from the Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan (2007). A longstanding member of the Society of Automotive Engineers, Mr. Lan has been recognized for his contributions to the industry with numerous accolades. His achievements include being named Supplier of the Year by General Motors multiple times between 2009 and 2012, highlighting his dedication to excellence and innovation. Looking forward, Mr. Lan remains focused on expanding BTG's reach and impact. His vision includes continued growth in international markets and the development of cutting-edge solutions that support the automotive industry's ongoing transition to green energy. Contact: Katherine Green, 516-825-5634, editorialteam@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE The Inner Circle Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Press and Journal
28-05-2025
- Business
- Press and Journal
Unique Aberdeen boutique is celebration of skilled Vietnamese craftswomen
When Lan Pham and her family swapped the sunshine of Rio for Aberdeen – her husband's engineering job bringing them to the north-east – she wasn't quite prepared for the 4pm sunsets. 'It was barely afternoon and already dark,' she says, laughing. 'I told my friends I wasn't living in Aberdeen, I was living in Aberdark.' Eight years later, the city has grown on her. In fact, she now calls it Aberdream. And through her boutique on Rosemount Place, she's helping to bring a little more colour and meaning to the high street. Lan's shop, M Boutique is calm, plant-filled and full of beautifully made things. It offers linen clothing, handmade ceramics, quilted bedding, delicate paper mobiles, and embroidered gifts, all handmade in Vietnam. Every item is created by skilled craftspeople in rural Vietnamese villages, many of whom are women with few other job opportunities. Lan makes sure they're paid fairly and treated with dignity. Then, she gives away every penny of profit. 'It's a win-win,' she says. 'The women back home have work and pride, and people here get something special – and meaningful – at a good price. And the money goes straight to help others.' One of the main projects Lan supports is Mai Tam House, an orphanage in Vietnam that looks after children, many of whom are living with HIV. The centre is run by priests and provides not only shelter and food, but also education, healthcare and care from people who treat the children like family. 'These kids have no one,' Lan says quietly. 'Some were abandoned. Some lost their parents. The priests there are doing good work, and I'm proud the shop can help.' She also volunteers at her local church in Aberdeen and quietly supports people here too. For Lan, the boutique is about much more than running a business. 'I don't pay myself from the shop. I don't need to,' she says. 'I just want to do something meaningful with my life. I want my children to see that and to know it's not just about what you have, but what you give.' Her two children now attend school in Aberdeen, and she says they've adapted well. Born in a small village in Vietnam without electricity or running water, Lan knows what it means to struggle. Her family lost everything after the war, and several relatives were imprisoned. But she also knows how far determination – and kindness – can go. 'I've been very lucky,' she says. 'I've lived in different countries, met good people. Now I want to use that to help others.' The shop's calm atmosphere and Lan's friendly nature have made it a local favourite. Many customers come just for a chat, or a moment of peace. 'Sometimes someone walks in and says 'I didn't need anything, but your shop made me feel better'. That means a lot,' she says. 'Everyone can give something. Time, encouragement, a kind word. That's what I want this shop to be – not just a place to buy things, but a place that makes people feel better.' With plans to open a second boutique in Edinburgh's Stockbridge and the dream of launching a UK-based M Foundation, Lan says Rosemount is just the start.
Epoch Times
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Epoch Times
Top Official in Southern China Under Corruption Probe as CCP Seizes Assets Amid Economic Downturn
The top government official in southern China's Guangxi region has been placed under investigation over alleged corruption charges. China experts say the handling of the case signals a shift in Beijing's so-called anti-corruption campaign—not just imposing punishments on targeted officials, but also seizing their families' assets—due to increasing fiscal pressure stemming from economic decline. Lan Tianli, 62, who served as chairman of the Guangxi government since 2021, was accused of committing 'serious violations of discipline and law,' according to a May 16 statement from the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, China's top anti-corruption agency. Lan is the second provincial-level official to be targeted in less than two months. Shanxi Governor Jin Xiangjun came under investigation in April. In China's so-called autonomous regions, the position of government chairman is equivalent to that of a provincial governor. Between May 9 and May 14, four bureau-level officials in Guangxi were removed from their posts, including a deputy Party chief of the region's political and legal affairs commission and the vice mayor of Qinzhou city. Lan's family members have also come under scrutiny, according to Chinese state media. Financial news outlet Caixin reported that both his wife and brother are under investigation, suggesting that authorities are expanding corruption probes to include relatives in efforts to uncover concealed assets. Related Stories 5/23/2024 10/11/2023 Political analyst Zhang Tianliang said in a recent YouTube program that the handling of Lan's case signals a shift in Chinese leader Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign, which now appears to be entering a new phase that focuses on regional-level officials, their families' connections, and assets. 'Lan's case reflects a growing trend of extensive corruption investigations aimed at networks of interlinked officials. Local officials often function as interrelated cliques, where the downfall of one can implicate the entire group,' Zhang said. He pointed out that this pattern was also evident in the previous purge of the Chinese military's Rocket Force, when more than a dozen senior commanders were taken away for investigation, which began in the summer of 2023 and continued into the following year. Additionally, Zhang noted that the expanded investigation into family members indicates that anti-corruption efforts are no longer solely focused on punishing individual officials but on uncovering hidden assets. 'The authorities are trying to recover as much illicit wealth as possible to ease China's financial pressures,' he said. Under Chinese law, officials convicted of corruption typically have all personal assets confiscated. In one notable case, former central bank Deputy Governor Fan Yifei was sentenced in October 2024 to death with a two-year reprieve for accepting bribes from 1993 to 2022. Authorities said he amassed nearly 400 million yuan (about $55 million) in illegal gains, and all traceable assets were seized. Zhang's analysis aligns closely with what Chinese dissident Yuan Hongbing previously told the Chinese-language edition of The Epoch Times on May 2. Citing an insider source from the top echelons of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), he revealed that the current phase of the campaign is driven more by economic goals than political ones. 'The anti-corruption push is now about raising funds to address budget shortfalls,' said Yuan, a former law professor at Peking University who is currently living in exile in Australia. 'Many local governments are already in financial trouble. 'With the United States raising tariffs and China's exports taking a hit, the financial pressure is huge.' After U.S. President Donald Trump announced a series of tariff increases in early April, China's export sector experienced an immediate and severe impact. Chinese state media cited an industry insider who claimed that 90 percent of orders at traditional exporters to the United States came to a standstill. The Epoch Times could not independently verify this claim. Although Washington and Beijing subsequently agreed to a 90-day tariff truce on May 12, uncertainty still hangs over China's economy, which relies heavily on exports. Citing his source, Yuan said the CCP has confiscated vast sums from alleged corrupt officials in recent years and that the latest phase of Xi's anti-corruption campaign has sparked widespread fear within China's political system, as officials worry they could be the next target.
Straits Times
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Straits Times
China investigates Guangxi government head over suspected disciplinary violations
BEIJING - China has opened an investigation into Lan Tianli, the government chairman of south China's Guangxi region, over suspected violations of law and discipline, the country's anti-graft watchdog said on Friday. Lan is the second regional or provincial-level head to be investigated in less than two months, after the same body launched a probe into the governor of northern Shanxi province in April. The Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI) said in a statement that Lan is suspected of "serious violations of discipline and law", a term that generally refers to corruption. The statement did not give details of the suspected violations. Reuters could not reach Lan to seek comment. It is uncommon for a sitting official of Lan's rank to be investigated without first being removed from their post. Lan, 62, became chairman of Guangxi in 2021. He last appeared in public during an inspection tour focused on ecological and environmental protection in three cities across the region on May 10-11, according to the official Xinhua news agency. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
