China

Growth in April is likely to lag behind last year's levels

Projects will receive funding of up to 100 million yuan

The Brazilian company donated $5.81 million to the laboratory

Some plants have increased production amid of improved profitability

Chinese experts see green transformation of steel industry as key to industry growth

The state planner did not specify the timing or scope of the restrictions

15 major producers of long products expect the government to act to curb the fall in steel prices

Iron ore supply on the market exceeds demand

The industry association suggests planning production based on steel sales

Buyers are putting pressure on ferrochrome prices, while enquiries for ferrosilicon were few and far between

Quotas on imports of long products by some countries have actually been selected despite weak consumption in the EU

The country sets new targets for carbon emissions reduction and energy saving in the construction industry