Gold & China
59 shared events · Importance 15 · Last updated Aug 24, 2026
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Business
Gold: Gold exports generated GH¢252.4 billion, nearly 63% of total exports, and were the primary driver of the trade surplus, benefiting from high global prices.
China: China remained Ghana's largest import source, supplying machinery, vehicles, and other goods worth over GH¢57 billion, contributing to the import bill.
Jul 30, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Gold: Gold is seen as central to reserve management strategy, with 82% of central banks holding it and a net 30% planning to increase allocations in the short term.
China: China is seen as an attractive market, partly due to its role in the AI boom, and its currency is viewed as an effective portfolio diversification.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Gold: Gold is the primary commodity extracted, with significant quantities collected and sold, contributing to state revenue and miner incomes.
China: Chinese partners are involved in gold mining in Takhar province, indicating foreign investment in Afghanistan's mining sector.
Aug 09, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Gold: Gold price dropped over 20% since January, contributing to deal termination and affecting valuations.
China: Chinese government approval was a key condition not met, contributing to deal failure.
Jul 29, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Gold: Spot Gold fell, which is unusual given the geopolitical tensions, suggesting other market factors are at play.
China: China reported stronger-than-expected export and import growth, driven by demand for autos and technology goods, despite the Iran war.
May 18, 2026 · 316 articles
International
Gold: Gold has been supported by safe-haven demand, rising slightly.
China: Sharply reduced refinery runs and halted fuel exports, contributing to global supply tightness.
Jul 31, 2026 · 335 articles
International
Gold: Gold was near flat or slipped, having touched a two-month trough, suggesting reduced safe-haven demand.
China: Chinese blue chips added 0.4% due to strong export and import data, demonstrating success in finding new markets despite trade hurdles.
Jun 09, 2026 · 8 articles
Accidents
Gold: Artisanal gold mining in eastern DRC drives population movement, complicating Ebola containment and posing economic risks.
China: Sent a third medical expert team to DRC, strengthening bilateral cooperation and global health engagement.
Aug 01, 2026 · 295 articles
International
Gold: Mineral resource in Indonesia.
China: China strengthens strategic partnership with Indonesia, expanding influence in Southeast Asia.
Aug 21, 2026 · 27 articles
Regulatory
Gold: Gold demand in India fell 6% and imports dropped 23%, with grey market inflows rising due to the tariff hike.
China: China is mentioned as the world's biggest gold consumer, ahead of India, but is not directly impacted by this event.
Jul 30, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Gold: Gold has experienced its largest quarterly fall in over a decade due to the rising United States.
China: China's manufacturing expanded in June, driven by high-tech exports, and its CSI 300 Index has seen solid gains.
Apr 20, 2026 · 12 articles
International
Gold: Gold fell 1.5% to ~$4,060 as rising bond yields and a stronger dollar weighed on the non-yielding asset.
China: China's Shanghai Composite fell 2.1%, reflecting regional risk-off sentiment and concerns about global demand.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
Business
Gold: Spot gold rose 1.06% to $4,290.26 an ounce, benefiting from safe-haven demand.
China: China's Shanghai Composite was nearly unchanged, showing relative resilience compared to other Asian markets, though the Hang Seng in China — Hong Kong declined.
Aug 06, 2026 · 37 articles
International
Gold: Gold prices rose, indicating some investor caution amidst market movements.
China: China's foreign minister called for a comprehensive ceasefire, influencing the situation due to China's close economic and political ties with Iran.
May 25, 2026 · 35 articles
International
Gold: Fell 2% to $4,043 per ounce as dollar strengthened.
China: Two Chinese supertankers carrying Saudi oil transited the Red Sea; Chinese refiner Sinopec chartered vessels.
Jul 22, 2026 · 334 articles
International
Gold: Gold prices rose as a safe haven amid uncertainty, benefiting investors.
China: China is a major oil importer affected by supply disruptions. It has suspended strategic reserve purchases and may face higher energy costs.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
Business
Gold: Largest source of TradFi futures volume; XAU grew 126% in a month.
China: Home to storage companies listed on MEXC.
Aug 12, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
Gold: Critical mineral; part of untapped reserves.
China: Target of supply chain diversification; may lose market share in semiconductors and critical minerals.
Jul 31, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Gold: Spot Gold was down, indicating a slight decrease in its safe-haven appeal or profit-taking amidst mixed market signals.
China: China, as Iran's top trading partner, is involved in discussions to resolve the Middle East crisis, with Pakistani officials visiting to discuss mediation efforts.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
International
Gold: Gold saw safe-haven demand but faced headwinds from dollar strength.
China: China has reduced crude imports due to the conflict, impacting global oil demand.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
Business
Gold: Rose as dollar weakened and safe-haven demand persisted.
China: AI startups surged on domestic chip developments. Potential U.S. import ban on components.
Jul 14, 2026 · 280 articles
International
Gold: Gold>>> was slightly off, as investors rotated out of speculative assets.
China: China>>> is a significant economic partner for Iran>>> and has been involved in diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Its tankers are now transiting the strait under new Iranian rules.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
Gold: Gold is not directly affected by this event.
China: China is the primary target of the ban, which restricts its dominant robot and inverter exports to the US. China criticized the move and announced countermeasures, including export controls on drones and sanctions on US entities.
Jul 28, 2026 · 183 articles
Regulatory
Gold: The increased import tariffs on Gold>>> in India>>> have made legal imports less competitive, leading to a surge in illegal Gold>>> smuggling and disrupting the legitimate market for the commodity.
China: China>>> is mentioned as the world's biggest gold market, with India>>> being the second largest.
Jun 09, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Gold: Gold received a boost from ceasefire optimism but remained on course for a monthly drop, reflecting its role as a safe-haven asset influenced by geopolitical developments.
China: China is mentioned as a potential acceptable third party to take possession of Iran's enriched uranium, due to its close relations with Tehran.
May 27, 2026 · 101 articles
International
Gold: Gold>>> has drawn little support as a safe haven or hedge against inflation risks, despite the geopolitical tensions.
China: China>>> has economic ties with Iran>>> and has been urged by the United States>>> to help broker a peace agreement, while also having its tankers transit the Strait of Hormuz>>>.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
International
Gold: Part of the Reko Diq Mine mine resources; less emphasized than copper.
China: China currently dominates Pakistan's minerals sector, and US efforts aim to compete for investment.
Jul 17, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Gold: Down over 12% in June; worst month since 2008.
China: AI startups like DeepSeek and Moonshot increase competition; markets impacted.
Apr 20, 2026 · 344 articles
International
Gold: Gold is near a seven-week high as investors seek safe havens amid uncertainty.
China: China is a major buyer of Gulf oil and has diplomatic influence. It benefits from discounted Iranian oil but avoids military involvement.
Jun 16, 2026 · 349 articles
International
Gold: Gold slipped, drawing scant support as a safe haven or as a hedge against inflation risks, despite the ongoing geopolitical tensions.
China: A China-based oil refinery and shipping companies involved in transporting Iranian oil are facing economic sanctions from the United States.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
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