Keith Bradsher
Keith Bradsher is the Beijing bureau chief for The New York Times, where he has covered China's economy, international trade, monetary and currency policy, energy, manufacturing and the auto industry. He has lived and reported in mainland China since 2016 and has previously served as bureau chief in Shanghai, Hong Kong and Detroit. Bradsher is committed to upholding the standards of integrity outlined in The New York Times' Ethical Journalism Handbook.
Biography:
https://www.nytimes.com/by/keith-bradsher
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The Daily's Verdict
This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.
Bias
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- The author has a tendency to present information in a balanced and objective manner, without showing any clear signs of personal or institutional bias.
Conflicts of Interest
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- The author frequently discloses potential conflicts of interest, such as his past experience covering the auto industry or his tenure in various Times bureaus. This helps maintain the integrity and credibility of his reporting.
Contradictions
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- However, these contradictions are often due to changes in data sources or methodology and do not indicate any intentional deception on the part of the author.
- There are instances where the author reports conflicting information within the same article, such as different figures for China's GDP growth or trade surplus.
Deceptions
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- The author does not engage in deceptive practices or present misleading information in his reporting.
Recent Articles
At Least 12 Dead, Over 30 Missing After Two Bridge Collapses in China and Taiwan Amidst Heavy Rains
Broke On: Saturday, 20 July 2024At least 24 people have lost their lives and over 100 are missing after two bridge collapses in China and Taiwan due to heavy rains and flooding. Rescue efforts involving hundreds of personnel are ongoing. 
12 Dead, Dozens Missing After China Bridge Collapses in Second Disaster in Three Months
Broke On: Saturday, 20 July 2024At least 12 people have died and several are missing after a highway bridge collapsed in western China on Friday due to heavy rain and flash flooding. Rescue efforts are ongoing with over 800 people involved, including Chinese President Xi Jinping and second-highest leader Li Qiang. The collapse is the second such disaster involving a Chinese highway in less than three months, with the previous incident resulting in at least 48 deaths. The Ministry of Emergency Management has urged local governments to address weather-related risks. 
China's Economy Slows Down: 4.7%-5.3% GDP Growth in Q2 2024 Amid Real Estate Downturn and Unemployment Steady at 5%
Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024China's economy grew at rates between 4.7% and 5.3% year-on-year in Q2 2024, missing expectations and marking a significant decline from the first quarter's growth rate of around 6%. The real estate downturn led to decreased spending, slow retail sales growth, and consumer reluctance. However, industrial production and exports showed signs of resilience. Amidst tight information control ahead of the Communist Party meeting in Beijing, concerns about China's impact on the global economy and financial markets have arisen due to its role as the world's second-largest economy. 
China's Unexpected Trade Surplus of $99 Billion in June: Imports Decrease, Exports Rise Amid Global Concerns
Broke On: Friday, 12 July 2024China reported a surprise trade surplus of over $99 billion in June, driven by a 8.6% increase in exports and a 2.3% decrease in imports, despite declines in rare earths and machine tools imports. The record surplus has sparked concerns among trading partners, leading to increased tariffs. 
EU Imposes Tariffs on Chinese EVs: Unfair Subsidization Allegations and Market Disruption
Broke On: Thursday, 04 July 2024Effective July 4, 2024, the European Union (EU) imposes tariffs of up to 37.6% on electric vehicles imported from China, affecting Chinese automakers like Nio, Xpeng, Geely, BYD and even European brands manufacturing in China such as Tesla. The EU alleges 'unfair subsidization' while China denies providing subsidies. Automakers are adjusting prices and some are considering local manufacturing to mitigate the impact. 
EU and China to Discuss Tariffs on Chinese Electric Vehicles Amidst Subsidy Concerns
Broke On: Saturday, 22 June 2024The EU and China have initiated consultations over the EU's proposed tariffs on electric vehicles imported from China, following findings of heavy government subsidies in China's electric vehicle sector. Germany, with significant auto industry involvement, has been vocal about the issue. The EU Commission proposes tariffs up to 48%, while China criticizes it as protectionism and calls for dialogue. German automakers fear harm to local industry if tariffs are imposed, while China sets ambitious goals for green transformation and domestic electric vehicle production. 
China's Anti-Dumping Probe into EU Pork Imports: A New Chapter in the Ongoing Trade Dispute
Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024China initiated an anti-dumping investigation into EU pork imports following the EU's tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles. The probe, which could last up to two years, was requested by China's Animal Agriculture Association over alleged subsidies and overcapacity in European pork production. With Spain being a major EU exporter of pork to China, potential retaliation could impact the global economy. 
China's Exports Surge 7.6% in May, Boosting Trade Surplus to $83 Billion
Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024China's exports surged by 7.6% year-over-year in May, reaching $82.9 billion and exceeding expectations, driven by robust demand from Southeast Asia and a lower base effect. Exports to the US also rose for the first time in three months, while imports only increased by 1.8%. Notable growth was seen in exports of integrated circuits, hi-tech products, cars, and ships. 
China's Country Garden Holdings Co. Faces Winding-Up Petition for Non-Payment of Loan
Broke On: Wednesday, 28 February 2024China's Country Garden Holdings Co. is facing a winding-up petition from creditor Ever Credit Limited for non-payment of a 1.6 billion Hong Kong dollar loan ($204 million). The company has been placed in credit crunch mode after failing to make payments on its debt, leading to this liquidation petition. 
China's Economy Faces Challenges Amid Slowdown, Rising Debt and Demographic Issues
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 January 2024China's economy is facing challenges such as slow GDP growth, rising debt levels and deflation. However, despite these issues it remains one of the world's largest economies and plays an important role in global trade.