The total national index of industrial production (IIP) rose by 0.7 per cent in January 2017 compared to the same period last year, according to General Statistics Office data. SEE MORE China is prepared to become the top global proponent of free trade and lead the fight against protectionism, Chinese International Economic Affairs Department head Zhang Jun said Monday. SEE MORE Three-month lead prices surged higher during trading on Monday January 23 as a significant amount of metal was booked for removal in London Metal Exchange sheds. SEE MORE