# Cross-border Trade
Latest news and articles about Cross-border Trade
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The Wings and the Feet: Why China’s Courier Giants are Tying the Knot
SF Holding and J&T Express have finalized an HK$8.3 billion cross-shareholding agreement, moving from competition to a strategic alliance. The deal combines SF’s premium aviation infrastructure with J&T’s extensive low-cost delivery network to tackle slowing domestic growth and prioritize global e-commerce expansion.
Beyond the Dollar: How XTransfer is Navigating the Global South’s Liquidity Bottlenecks
XTransfer, a leading B2B payment platform, is addressing the foreign exchange bottlenecks hindering Chinese SMEs in emerging markets. By utilizing AI-driven compliance and local currency accounts, the firm is building an alternative payment infrastructure to bypass traditional banking delays and dollar dependency.
Douyin’s Border Patrol: Social Commerce Giant Cracks Down on ‘Fake Foreign’ Brands
Douyin E-commerce has launched a significant regulatory crackdown on 'fake foreign brands,' requiring cross-border merchants to provide proof of overseas origin within 30 days. The move targets fraudulent branding and holds influencers accountable for misleading promotions, signaling a shift toward higher quality standards and platform liability in China's social commerce market.
Alibaba’s AliExpress Targets South Korea: A Strategic Offensive in the Battle for East Asian E-Commerce
AliExpress is tripling its investment in South Korea and launching its 'Brand+' initiative to attract high-quality Chinese labels. With 50% of orders already reaching customers within three days, the platform is positioning itself to challenge local leaders like Coupang.
The Logistics Vanguard: J&T Express Surges in Southeast Asia as the SF Alliance Takes Shape
J&T Express reported a near 80% volume increase in Southeast Asia for Q1 2026, while detailing a high-frequency strategic collaboration with SF Express to capture cross-border markets. The firm is pivoting from raw volume growth to higher-margin brand partnerships in China and successfully replicating its profitable model in Latin America and the Middle East.
Digital Harvests and Silk Road Streams: Beijing’s Strategic Pivot for E-commerce
China's Ministry of Commerce has released a comprehensive guiding opinion to integrate e-commerce with the real economy, focusing on rural revitalization and global trade infrastructure. The policy emphasizes 'village streaming' and 'Silk Road E-commerce' as key drivers for new economic growth and supply chain resilience.