The Argus US plate ex-works assessment has been relatively flat at around $1,480/st since early December.

China is taking fresh measures to deter hoarding of iron-ore in a bid to cool a surge in prices of the key steel-making material.

Mexico’s construction sector contracted 1.0% in January from December, statistics office Inegi said.

The decrease expanded by 0.6 percentage points from that registered in January. On a monthly basis, China's PPI remained flat in February, according to the bureau.

"China's statement to actively seek CPTPP membership illustrates its attitude and determination to expand its opening-up," Gu said.

Experts call for more relevant research, innovation to serve green transformation

China will take more steps to stabilize industrial growth with a focus on key industries and areas.

Vietnam will ramp up the use of coal and gas sources and mobilize renewable sources to ensure sufficient supply of electricity for the Southeast Asian country as the demand is projected to increase in 2023, local media reported on Thursday.