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Dubai – Qahwa World A quiet change in the records of the World Coffee Championships has sparked controversy across the specialty coffee industry after “Taiwan” was replaced with “Chinese Taipei” in the official listing of the 2026 World Latte Art Champion. The change came days after Taiwanese barista Bala claimed victory at the World Latte

BANGKOK – Qahwa World As China’s coffee market undergoes rapid transformation, a new and unexpected opportunity is emerging for Thai fruit exporters. The rise of domestic coffee giants like Luckin Coffee and Cotti Coffee is not only reshaping the country’s beverage landscape but also creating strong demand for tropical fruit ingredients, an area where Thailand

VEVEY, Switzerland – Qahwa World In a decisive move reshaping the global coffee landscape, Nestlé has officially confirmed the sale of its majority stake in the renowned brand “Blue Bottle Coffee” to Centurium Capital, the private equity firm that is the largest shareholder in China’s Luckin Coffee. This announcement, made in conjunction with the company’s

By: Lucy Wen When coffee first arrived in China, people didn’t even know what to call it. Some called it “Black Wine.” Others drank it as a digestive aid. At one point, it was even sold in pharmacies as cough medicine. While this seems amusing today, it reveals a key lesson: how a completely foreign

Dubai – Qahwa World A cup of coffee for less than one euro is no longer a rare promotion. It is becoming a daily reality in some of Europe’s busiest cities, and it is starting to change how people think about their coffee. Step off a crowded morning train in Berlin or London and the

Dubai – Qahwa World April 2, 2026 – Seattle – Starbucks Coffee Company has completed its joint venture agreement with investment firm Boyu Capital, marking a key step in its long-term strategy to expand in China. The deal, first announced in November 2025, underscores Starbucks’ confidence in China as one of its most important growth

Addis Ababa – Qahwa World A high-level Chinese delegation of 21 investors met with H.E.  Dr. Adugna Debela, Director General of the Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority (ECTA), to boost trade and promote Ethiopian coffee in China. Led by Madam Betty, Chairperson of the Ethiopia-China Friendship and Cooperation Committee, the delegation visited ECTA’s headquarters to

Dubai – Qahwa World China’s reputation for unusual food and beverage creations has once again drawn attention, this time from a coffee shop in Dongyang, in Zhejiang Province. According to Jiupai News, the café has introduced an unconventional drink that pairs Americano coffee with “virgin boy eggs,” a traditional local delicacy prepared using children’s urine.

Dubai – Coffee World In a land where time has been measured by tea harvest seasons for millennia, the rise of coffee appears as an economic and cultural miracle achieved in record time. China is no longer just a massive consumer market for global corporations; it has transformed into a “global laboratory” re-engineering the taste

Dubai – Qahwa World Coffee in China is no longer just an imported commodity or a growing consumer trend. It has become a strategic industrial and trade opportunity, with value chains extending from African production regions to Chinese processing hubs and global export markets. The Puyang County project in Henan Province stands out as a

Addis Ababa – Qahwa World Ethiopia is strengthening its coffee sector by expanding value-added exports and deepening strategic cooperation with China, particularly in agriculture and coffee, according to senior government officials. Ethiopia and China are elevating their agricultural cooperation beyond trade into a strategic partnership, with coffee emerging as a central pillar of collaboration. China

Dubai – Qahwa World A new edition of Project Café East Asia 2026 by World Coffee Portal reveals an exceptional year for the branded coffee chain sector across East Asia, with the region’s total number of outlets jumping 18.4% to reach 180,268 stores. The strongest momentum came from China, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines,

Beijing – Qahwa World In its recently revised national food safety standard, China has maintained the maximum allowable limit for lead in both green and roasted coffee beans at 0.5 mg/kg, a level that will remain in effect when the new regulation comes into force in September 2026. The decision is part of the broader

Shanghai – Qahwa World Shanghai-based Manner Coffee is reportedly reconsidering an initial public offering (IPO) in Hong Kong, four years after first exploring the option in 2021. According to sources cited by Bloomberg, the premium coffee chain — backed by Temasek Holdings and TikTok owner ByteDance — is in early discussions with several investment banks

Dubai – Qahwa World Starbucks has reached a major agreement to sell a 60 percent controlling stake in its China operations to Hong Kong-based private-equity firm Boyu Capital for $4 billion. The partnership marks one of the largest foreign coffee-sector transactions in Asia, positioning both companies to accelerate Starbucks’ expansion in the world’s biggest branded

Dubai – Qahwa World Private equity firms Carlyle Group and Boyu Capital have reportedly taken the lead in efforts to acquire a controlling stake in Starbucks’ China business. Seattle-based Starbucks initiated a formal sales process in May 2025, seeking to bring in strategic partners amid slowing growth and stiff competition from local chains such as

Dubai – Qahwa World China’s coffee market is experiencing a remarkable surge, driven by shifting consumer habits and rapid retail expansion. The market was valued at USD 20.9 billion in 2024 and is projected to more than double to USD 45.5 billion by 2032, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.19% between 2025 and

Pu’er, Yunnan – Qahwa World Pu’er City in southwest China’s Yunnan Province continues to strengthen its reputation as the capital of Chinese coffee, combining growing agricultural output with cultural tourism to create a unique economic model that promotes rural revitalization and raises incomes for local communities. Coffee here has become more than just a crop;

Dubai – 16 September 2025 – (Qahwa World) – A café in China’s southwestern Yunnan province has launched two seasonal drinks that blend coffee with penny bun (porcini) mushrooms, priced at 23 yuan (about US$3) per cup. The offerings are a “Cheese Americano with Penny Bun” and a “Penny Bun Oat Milk Latte,” an innovation built

Beijing – September 11, 2025 – Qahwa World – Reuters has revealed that Starbucks, the world’s largest coffee chain, is preparing to sell a controlling stake in its China operations in a deal valued at around $5 billion. The decision marks one of the most dramatic turns in the company’s history as slowing sales and intensifying

Dubai, 27 August 2025 (Qahwa World) – Tims China is doubling down on its sub-franchise strategy as the Canadian coffee chain’s master licensee in China seeks a path to sustainable profitability in one of the world’s most competitive coffee markets. The company is closing underperforming outlets while rapidly expanding its franchised network across new cities

Beijing – August 21, 2025 (Qahwa World) – A report released by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) titled China: Trade Alert – GACC Amends CIFER Self-Registration Process on August 20, 2025, revealed that the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) has introduced new adjustments to the self-registration system for overseas food production

Dubai, 21 August 2025 (Qahwa World) – Breville is looking to China and the Middle East as promising new growth markets for its coffee appliances, aiming to balance the impact of U.S. tariffs on its business. Chief executive Jim Clayton said rising demand for premium coffee machines in these regions provides long-term opportunity, even as

Dubai, August 7, 2025 – (Qahwa World) – U.S. network CNN has reported that China is seizing the opportunity to promote what it called “beloved Brazilian coffee” following the imposition of new tariffs by former U.S. President Donald Trump. According to CNN, as the new tariffs imposed by Trump on Brazilian goods come into effect,

Beijing – August 3, 2025 (Qahwa World) – China has approved 183 new Brazilian companies to export coffee to its markets, in a move widely seen as a strategic shift in the global trade map—especially as it follows the United States’ recent announcement of a 50% tariff on Brazilian coffee and several other imports, effective

Beijing, July 29, 2025 (Qahwa World | Xinhua) – Across China’s scenic countryside, a quiet revolution is brewing—one cup at a time. From the Tibetan highlands of Sichuan to the tropical plantations of Hainan, rural cafés are rapidly transforming into vibrant hubs of cultural, economic, and social renewal. In Daofu County, nestled in southwest China’s Sichuan

Dubai, July 29, 2025 (Qahwa World) – The second edition of the “Taste of China” Global Specialty Green Coffee Bean Competition concluded on Sunday in Shanghai, offering the world a deeper look into the unique and evolving coffee flavor preferences of Chinese consumers. Organized by Hongqiao International Coffee Harbor, the two-day event featured 82 premium green

Rwanda is taking bold steps to revive its struggling coffee industry by forging a strategic partnership with China’s fast-growing coffee chain, Cotti Coffee International. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was officially signed on June 6 between Rwanda’s Ministry of Agriculture and Cotti Coffee, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to reassert itself in

Summary: Luckin Coffee and Cotti Coffee — two of China’s fastest-growing coffee chains — are entering the U.S. market, starting with stores in Manhattan and Brooklyn. As they challenge established brands like Starbucks, analysts weigh in on whether their low-price, high-tech strategy can succeed in the world’s most competitive coffee market. Why Are Chinese Coffee

Starbucks announced on Monday that it will lower prices on several of its iced beverages in China by an average of 5 yuan ($0.70), in an effort to offer more affordable options as competition in the country’s coffee market continues to intensify. In a statement on its official Weixin (WeChat) account, the U.S. coffee chain

China’s coffee industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, with nearly 12,000 new coffee shops opening nationwide over the past year. This surge reflects a significant shift in consumer behavior, driven by political endorsements, changing lifestyles, and intense market competition. According to data from food and beverage research platforms, the total number of coffee outlets in mainland

Nestled among the lush green hills of southwestern China, the city of Pu’er — historically renowned for its fermented tea — is undergoing a transformation. With changing consumer preferences, especially among the younger generation, coffee is rapidly gaining ground in a region once defined by centuries of tea tradition. At his café overlooking steep coffee-covered

As China rises to become a major player in the world of coffee, this in-depth report explores how the nation built a $25 billion coffee market, blending technology, rural innovation, and cultural transformation. From the misty fields of Yunnan to futuristic metaverse cafés, discover how China is reshaping the global coffee industry. In the fog-shrouded

China exported coffee worth $1.1 million to Russia in January and February of 2025, marking a nearly twelvefold increase compared to the same period last year, when shipments totaled just $91,700. This data was published by China’s General Administration of Customs and highlights a growing momentum in the coffee trade between the two countries. Although

Discover how China’s demand for Cup of Excellence coffee is shifting as the market moves toward mass coffee consumption and hybrid beverages. Learn about the impact of Luckin and Cotti’s rapid expansion and economic changes on specialty coffee.

Discover Pu’er, China’s coffee capital, where coffee farms, cultural tourism, and unique experiences blend seamlessly. Enjoy premium coffee while watching wild Asian elephants roam freely. Explore Pu’er’s thriving coffee industry and its growing role in China’s coffee market.

Major investment firms are exploring a stake in the Chinese division of a leading coffee chain. A potential franchise deal could exceed $1 billion. Learn more about the strategic partnership and its market impact.

China’s coffee consumption has surged 150% in the past decade, making it a key player in global markets. Discover how this rapid growth is reshaping global coffee trade and production.

  The annual report released by the United States Department of Agriculture on global coffee markets revealed a significant increase in coffee consumption in China, which grew by 150% over the past decade. Consumption is expected to reach 6.3 million bags (weighing 60 kilograms each) in the 2024/2025 season. The report noted that domestic coffee

According to the latest bi-annual report on coffee markets and trade published by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and endorsed by the World Agricultural Outlook Board, China’s coffee consumption is experiencing unprecedented growth. The country’s consumption is expected to reach 6.3 million bags in 2024, making China the world’s sixth-largest coffee consumer. Over the

For centuries, China has been synonymous with innovation and discovery, especially in the field of traditional medicine. Chinese medicine has become a model to follow, thanks to its herbs and innovative treatments that have proven effective over time. In a recent development, China has emerged as a leading force in the global coffee market, with

In a significant move for the global coffee industry, China’s Luckin Coffee has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Brazilian government, a deal that’s set to reshape market dynamics. This agreement, valued at $500 million, involves the purchase of 120,000 tons of Brazilian coffee through 2026. This strategic partnership aims to solidify

Under the title “China: 1.4 Billion Reasons for Coffee Sales,” the “World Coffee Report” website, worldcoffeeportal, published an extensive report on the coffee market in China, indicating that in China, the center of the massive nation lies an unprecedented opportunity, affirming that there is a coffee revolution sweeping through the heart of China. While China

Chinese coffee consumption is growing quickly, spurring cut-throat competition between local and foreign coffee chains that have opened thousands of branded shops in recent months and surpassed the number of coffee stores in the United States. Analysts expect China’s growing thirst for coffee to be a key driver of future demand for the beans as

Author: Qahwa World Source: Business Insider Date: May 20, 2026 Executive Summary: Chinese brands are moving from being global manufacturers to competing directly for consumers in the US, Europe, and beyond. Luckin Coffee is testing markets long dominated by Starbucks, including New York, with app based ordering and limited edition drinks. Fashion labels Urban Revivo

Author: Coffee World Source: CNN/ctvnews Date: May 17, 2026 Executive Summary: Hong Kong, a city of 7.5 million people, has begun growing coffee on Lantau Island despite urban conditions. Ringo Lam, a former tech entrepreneur, started the project after bringing 100 coffee seeds from Panama six years ago. About 80 of the 100 seeds sprouted,

Author: Qahwa World Source: Industry reports and TASS news agency Date: May 17, 2026 Executive Summary: Economist Svetlana Ilyashenko announces that Russia has completely transformed from a tea country to a coffee country. The turning point was 2016, when coffee imports exceeded tea imports for the first time in history by 4 percent. Russian per

World of Coffee Asia | BITEC Bangkok | May 7–10, 2026 BANGKOK — QAHWA WORLD The world’s most discriminating tongues are heading to Thailand. From May 7 to 9, 2026, the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) will host the 2026 World Cup Tasters Championship (WCTC), presented by Porland, as part of World of

Dubai – Qahwa World Luckin Coffee has reported strong first-quarter 2026 results, highlighted by a major share repurchase program and continued rapid expansion across its global store network. These results have drawn fresh attention to the recent Luckin Coffee share buyback. The company posted net revenues of approximately RMB 12.0 billion (US$1.7–1.76 billion) for the

Dubai – Qahwa World Starbucks reported stronger-than-expected quarterly results, sending shares higher as the coffee chain pointed to continued momentum in its turnaround strategy and improving customer traffic. The Starbucks earnings beat shows how effective recent changes at the company have been, and many investors were surprised by the strength of this Starbucks earnings beat.