Beijing Post

ChangXin Memory Technologies to Join MSCI China All Shares Index

Memory chipmaker ChangXin Memory Technologies will be added to the MSCI China All Shares Index, reflecting the growing prominence of China's domestic semiconductor industry in capital markets.

Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake Strikes Kumamoto as Rescuers Search Collapsed Buildings

The powerful tremor damaged a shopping centre, factory, homes and transport networks across southern Japan, leaving people dead, injured or missing.

FIFA’s Private-Investment Plan for World Cup Rights Draws European Revolt

Gianni Infantino’s proposed commercial subsidiary would seek up to 4.2 billion dollars from minority investors while FIFA says it would retain complete sporting control.

Luang Prabang Hydropower Project Passes 72% Construction Milestone

Construction of the $5 billion Luang Prabang hydropower project on the Mekong River remains on schedule, with commercial operations targeted for 2030 while environmental monitoring continues alongside development.

Laos Attracts Nearly 2.6 Million Foreign Visitors in First Half of the Year

International arrivals, led by travelers from Thailand, China, and Vietnam, reached almost 2.6 million, prompting authorities to step up tourism promotion and aviation connectivity in pursuit of a full-year target of up to six million vi...

China-Laos Railway Trade Surges More Than 30% in First Half of 2026

Trade along the China-Laos Railway reached 17.17 billion yuan in the first half of 2026, driven by growing shipments of new energy vehicles and fresh agricultural products, further strengthening Laos' position as a regional logistics gat...

Laos Accelerates Modernization of Border Crossing With Cambodia

Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has ordered rapid upgrades to the Nong Nok Khiene international checkpoint in Champasak province to improve trade efficiency, facilitate tourism, and strengthen transport links with Cambodia.

Laos and Vietnam Deepen Trade and Cross-Border Infrastructure Cooperation

Officials from Laos and Vietnam met in Luang Prabang to review expanding trade, energy transmission, and transport connectivity as bilateral commerce exceeded $1.3 billion and economic integration gathered pace.

Apple Briefly Crosses Five Trillion Dollar Valuation as Investors Retreat From AI Bets

The iPhone maker became the second company to reach the milestone, benefiting from strong product demand and a comparatively restrained approach to artificial-intelligence infrastructure spending.

Another AI Genius Left the United States — and Silicon Valley Is Starting to Worry

Moonshot founder Yang Zhilin returned to China after studying in America, joining a growing movement of Chinese brilliant researchers whose homecoming is strengthening Beijing’s artificial-intelligence sector. This is what happened to Am...

Shein Reports $99mn Loss as Trade Barriers Test Low-Cost Model

The retailer’s Hong Kong filing reveals slower growth, falling margins and mounting customs costs in its largest Western markets.

CXMT Gains 466% in China’s Biggest IPO Since 2010

The memory-chip producer briefly led mainland valuations after raising up to Rmb66.6 billion, although limited freely traded stock amplified its debut.

Supreme People's Court Strengthens Intellectual Property Protection

China's highest court has issued new judicial guidance to improve protection for patents, software and semiconductor technologies, providing clearer legal remedies for technology companies.

China Reaches New Milestone in Deep Space Exploration Program

The China National Space Administration has completed key orbital assembly tests for future lunar habitation modules and heavy-lift launch systems, supporting its long-term plans for crewed lunar exploration.

China Tightens Oversight of Critical Mineral Development

The Ministry of Natural Resources has introduced new rules strengthening environmental standards and state oversight for the exploration and processing of rare earths and other critical minerals.

China Expands Digital Farming to Strengthen Food Security

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs is deploying satellite monitoring, automated irrigation and artificial intelligence technologies to support grain production and improve resilience against changing weather conditions.

China Orders State-Owned Enterprises to Accelerate AI Infrastructure

The State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission has instructed central enterprises to speed up investment in computing networks, data centers and industrial internet platforms to strengthen China's artificial intelligenc...

China Accelerates Construction of Ultra-High-Voltage Power Grid

The National Energy Administration is expanding ultra-high-voltage transmission projects to deliver renewable electricity from western China to major manufacturing centers along the eastern coast.

Shenzhen and Guangzhou Advance Greater Bay Area Innovation Plan

Authorities in Shenzhen and Guangzhou have unveiled a regional integration blueprint to strengthen research collaboration, supply chains and transport links across the Greater Bay Area, including Hong Kong.

China Unveils New Five-Year Plan to Strengthen Rule of Law for Business

The Communist Party of China Central Committee and the Ministry of Justice have launched a five-year legal education plan for 2026-2030 that emphasizes intellectual property protection, support for the private sector, cross-border invest...

China's Industrial Profits Jump 18.7% Despite Persistent Property Weakness

Industrial profits rose 18.7% in the first half of the year, driven by strong growth in electronics, semiconductors and raw materials, although weak domestic consumption and the prolonged property downturn continue to weigh on broader ec...

China Criticizes EU Trade Measures on Electric Vehicles and Clean Energy Products

The Ministry of Commerce has opposed European Union tariffs and anti-subsidy investigations targeting Chinese electric vehicles and renewable energy products, calling for dialogue to resolve trade disputes.

China Reports Improvement in Youth Unemployment

The National Bureau of Statistics said the urban unemployment rate for people aged 16 to 24 eased to 14.9%, supported by vocational training and programs linking graduates with jobs in advanced manufacturing and the digital economy.

China Keeps Monetary Policy Supportive as Credit Growth Slows

The People's Bank of China has maintained benchmark lending rates at record lows, but new lending and total social financing have continued to weaken as subdued domestic demand and the property downturn dampen borrowing.

China Rolls Out New Measures to Boost Consumer Spending

The State Council has introduced policies aimed at raising household income and encouraging spending on services including tourism, elderly care and digital entertainment to support the domestic economy.

China Revises Export Tax Rebates to Curb Price Competition

Chinese authorities are adjusting value-added tax rebates for products including batteries, solar panels and base metals in an effort to reduce excessive industrial competition, encourage higher-value manufacturing and ease pressure on l...

China and ASEAN Expand Cooperation on Industry and Digital Infrastructure

China and ASEAN member states have agreed to deepen collaboration on cross-border power grids, smart manufacturing parks and artificial intelligence initiatives as they mark the fifth anniversary of their comprehensive strategic partners...

Beijing Opens Additional Central Axis Heritage Sites Following UNESCO Recognition

More sections of Beijing's historic Central Axis have opened to visitors on the second anniversary of its UNESCO World Heritage inscription, supporting cultural preservation and domestic tourism.

China Reaffirms Support for the United Nations Through High-Level Diplomacy

President Xi Jinping reaffirmed China's support for the United Nations during talks with Secretary-General António Guterres, underscoring Beijing's continued emphasis on multilateral cooperation and international governance.

China Continues Expanding the Global Reach of Its New Energy Vehicle Industry

Chinese officials highlighted continued international expansion by the country's new energy vehicle sector, reflecting sustained policy support for electric vehicles, batteries, and integrated manufacturing supply chains.

Recovery Efforts Continue After Flash Floods in Gansu Province

Emergency teams remain engaged in rescue operations and infrastructure repairs following severe flooding in Gansu Province, while authorities continue providing assistance to affected communities.

China and the United States Prepare for High-Level Talks Despite Ongoing Tensions

Beijing and Washington continue planning high-level diplomatic meetings even as differences remain over technology policy, security, and visa issues, reflecting efforts by both sides to preserve dialogue while managing strategic competit...

China Accelerates Development of Embodied Artificial Intelligence and Robotics

Chinese robotics companies continue advancing commercial humanoid robot technologies with new investment, hardware innovation, and stronger enterprise demand, although developers acknowledge that large-scale deployment will take time.

China Urges United States to Withdraw Threatened Sanctions on Chinese Artificial Intelligence Companies

Beijing called on Washington to abandon proposed sanctions targeting Chinese artificial intelligence companies, arguing that additional restrictions would disrupt normal commercial cooperation and further intensify competition in advance...

Advanced Manufacturing Remains at the Core of China's Industrial Strategy

Recent industrial data point to resilient investment in robotics, optical networking, artificial intelligence infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing, reinforcing Beijing's long-term strategy of upgrading industrial capabilities and r...

China's Electronics Industry Records Strong First-Half Profit Growth

Official data show profits across China's electronics industry rose by nearly ninety-seven percent in the first half of the year, highlighting continued strength in semiconductors, digital technologies, and advanced manufacturing despite...

China Weighs Tighter Controls on Artificial Intelligence and Semiconductor Technologies

Chinese regulators are consulting industry representatives on possible export controls covering advanced artificial intelligence models, semiconductor designs, and sensitive data transfers as Beijing balances technology security with con...

China's Artificial Intelligence Industry Enters a New Phase of Commercial Competition

Chinese technology companies are reorganising their artificial intelligence businesses as competition shifts from developing foundation models to enterprise applications, multimodal systems, and embodied intelligence, with Tencent's rest...

China Expands Trade Connectivity With ASEAN Through New Canal Development

Chinese officials highlighted new trade opportunities created by a canal linking inland production centres with ASEAN markets, supporting Beijing's broader efforts to strengthen regional logistics and export connectivity.

Moonshot AI Intensifies Competition in China's Large Language Model Market

Moonshot AI's latest model is reshaping competition across China's artificial intelligence industry, driving renewed investment in computing infrastructure and reinforcing expectations of sustained demand for advanced computing capacity.