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China and Sweden Expand Trade and Technology Dialogue Following Stockholm Talks

Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Swedish counterparts agreed to strengthen cooperation on trade, science and technology, while China called for a fair and non-discriminatory business environment for Chinese technology companies.

China's AI and Semiconductor Companies Accelerate Shanghai STAR Market IPO Plans

Domestic developers of artificial intelligence hardware, silicon photonics and storage technologies are moving ahead with public listings to finance capacity expansion, supported by strong demand for locally developed computing infrastru...

China Tightens Oversight of Outbound Investment With New State Council Regulations

New nationwide rules have taken effect placing outbound direct investment under stronger cabinet-level oversight, requiring national security reviews for overseas investments while strengthening protections for the foreign assets of Chin...

State Council Unveils Five-Year Blueprint to Drive Green Development Through 2030

China's cabinet has released its "Beautiful China" plan for 2026-2030, setting new decarbonization goals, strengthening environmental protection measures and expanding investment in green manufacturing to guide the country's next stage o...

China Maintains Proactive Monetary and Trade Policies to Support Economic Stability

Financial authorities say they will continue using flexible monetary tools to support scientific and technological development, while commerce officials have pledged to stabilize exports and expand imports of advanced equipment, key indu...

China Unveils 2026-2030 "Beautiful China" Plan Integrating Environmental Goals with Economic Development

The State Council has released a five-year blueprint for the "Beautiful China" initiative, making environmental protection a core element of the country's 15th Five-Year Plan while pursuing sustainable economic growth.

China Introduces Unified Outbound Investment Rules to Strengthen Oversight of Overseas Expansion

New nationwide regulations have taken effect, creating a coordinated approval and filing framework across key government agencies to better manage overseas investment risks while protecting national interests and supporting high-standard...

China Reaffirms Commitment to Semiconductor Self-Reliance and Stable Technology Supply Chains

Integrated circuits remain a central pillar of China's long-term industrial strategy, while industry groups have warned against intervention in global memory chip pricing that could disrupt supply expansion needed for artificial intellig...

China Expands "AI Plus" Initiative as Artificial Intelligence Moves Deeper into Traditional Industries

Artificial intelligence is being deployed more widely across manufacturing and other established sectors as policymakers promote new productivity gains and investors increase their focus on China's maturing AI technology ecosystem.

China Expands Market Access for Foreign Investment in Services and Healthcare

Pilot programs are being broadened to allow greater foreign participation in telecommunications and biotechnology while permitting the establishment of wholly foreign-owned hospitals as part of China's continued high-standard opening-up.

China Steps Up Support for High-Tech Manufacturing and Six Strategic Growth Industries

Authorities are accelerating investment in high-tech manufacturing, integrated circuits, robotics and advanced materials while prioritizing six emerging industries expected to exceed a combined value of 10 trillion yuan by 2030.

China Boosts Consumer Spending with 250 Billion Yuan Trade-In Incentive Program

Authorities are deploying 250 billion yuan in ultra-long special treasury bonds to encourage consumer goods trade-ins, supporting domestic demand as part of broader efforts to strengthen economic growth.

China's Central Bank Continues Gold Buying as Reserve Diversification Strategy Advances

Official data showed the People's Bank of China added 10 tonnes of gold to its reserves in May, extending a sustained buying trend aimed at diversifying sovereign assets.

State-Backed Industrial Clusters Boost China's Advanced Manufacturing Capacity

Chinese economic planners highlighted the growing role of specialized industrial clusters, including the Yangtze River Delta electronics hub and Shenzhen's Robot Valley, in accelerating the development and production of advanced technolo...

United States Expands Restrictions on Chinese Telecommunications Equipment

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission has broadened import restrictions to cover additional legacy equipment from Huawei, ZTE, Hikvision and Dahua, tightening controls on Chinese technology used in critical communications and survei...

Meituan Expands Humanoid Robotics Development for Logistics and Delivery Services

Meituan is increasing investment in humanoid robotics through collaborations with technology partners, aiming to expand the use of autonomous systems in logistics and food delivery operations.

Chinese Technology Companies Increase Use of Domestic Chips for Artificial Intelligence Training

Major technology firms, including Meituan, are shifting core artificial intelligence model training to domestically produced chips as China works to strengthen its technology ecosystem amid continuing United States export controls.

Xpeng Unveils Affordable L03 Electric SUV for Mass-Market Expansion

Electric vehicle maker Xpeng has introduced the L03 sport utility vehicle, combining efficiency-focused design with premium interior features as the company targets broader consumer demand in domestic and international markets.

Chinese Chipmaker Nexchip Seeks Nearly US$900 Million in Hong Kong Listing

Semiconductor manufacturer Nexchip has filed for an initial public offering in Hong Kong worth about US$890 million, joining a growing number of Chinese chipmakers raising capital to expand production despite tighter global technology re...

China's Industrial Profits Rise 18.8% as High-Tech Manufacturing Drives Growth

Industrial profits at Chinese enterprises reached 3.14 trillion yuan in the first five months of 2026, up 18.8% from a year earlier, with electronics and computer communications leading gains as high-tech manufacturing outperformed tradi...

People's Bank of China Introduces New Overnight Liquidity Tool to Improve Market Operations

The People's Bank of China conducted 300 billion yuan of overnight reverse repurchase operations through a new liquidity facility, giving policymakers greater flexibility in managing short-term funding conditions without formally cutting...

China Reaffirms Innovation-Led Growth Strategy Ahead of 15th Five-Year Plan

Premier Li Qiang said first-quarter economic growth of 5% provides a foundation for the next stage of development, with policymakers prioritizing advances in quantum information, nuclear fusion and the commercial application of embodied ...

China Unveils 2026–2030 Plan to Expand Disability Services and Social Protection

China's State Council has released a new five-year plan setting out 32 priority tasks to improve social security, public services and employment for people with disabilities, while aiming to ensure household income growth keeps pace with...

China and European Union to Hold Second Ministerial Trade and Investment Talks This Autumn

China's Ministry of Commerce said Beijing and Brussels will convene their second ministerial-level trade and investment consultation this autumn, with both sides seeking to build on a shared commitment to a stable and balanced economic r...

Beijing Opens 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference

Government officials and business leaders have gathered in Beijing for the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference, where discussions focus on digital urban governance, climate-resilient infrastructure, cross-border connectivity and the r...

Goldreed Industrial Design Award Launches Global 2026 Competition

The Goldreed Industrial Design Award has opened its international call for entries, inviting designers and research institutions worldwide to submit innovations in intelligent manufacturing, green construction and smart agricultural equi...

Premier Li Qiang Promotes Innovation-Driven "China Opportunity 2.0" Strategy

Speaking to international business leaders at the Summer Davos Forum, Premier Li Qiang outlined a new economic vision centered on innovation, advanced industries and the faster commercialization of technological breakthroughs under China...

China Introduces New Transition Finance Benchmarks for Heavy Industry

The Beijing-based Institute of Finance and Sustainability has released six voluntary sector-specific decarbonization benchmarks to help financial institutions evaluate corporate transition plans and promote greater consistency in China's...

China Shifts World Bank Partnership Toward Knowledge Sharing

China's Ministry of Finance is gradually moving away from traditional World Bank borrowing in favor of knowledge exchange and joint development initiatives. The transition reflects China's changing role in the global development finance ...

China Launches New Action Plan to Encourage Foreign Investment

China has implemented a nationwide action plan aimed at improving the business environment for multinational companies and attracting additional foreign investment. The measures, which took effect on July 1, underscore Beijing's commitme...

China's Industrial Profits Rise 18.8% as High-Tech Manufacturing Gains Momentum

Industrial profits in China increased 18.8% during the January-May period, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. The strong performance supports the government's strategy of expanding high-tech manufacturing as a key driver of ...

China Warns Extreme Weather Is Increasing Risks to National Food Security

Chinese agricultural authorities have warned that heavy rainfall and drought are placing growing pressure on food production. Officials are stepping up efforts to safeguard stable supplies of essential agricultural products as climate-re...

Pinduoduo Expands Operations in Xiongan New Area With 5,000 New Jobs

Pinduoduo, the operator of Pinduoduo and Temu, has announced a major expansion in the Xiongan New Area, including new office facilities and plans to create 5,000 jobs. The investment aligns with the government's long-term vision of devel...

China Introduces New Standards for Battery Swapping and Solid-State Batteries

Chinese regulators have issued new industry standards covering electric vehicle battery-swapping systems and the deployment of solid-state batteries. The framework is intended to support the next phase of electric vehicle development and...

China's Semiconductor Sector Becomes Largest Segment of A-Share Market by Value

The market capitalization of the Shenwan Semiconductor Index has surpassed that of China's major state-owned commercial banks for the first time. The milestone highlights growing investor confidence in semiconductor and advanced technolo...

European Business Group Says Companies Remain Deeply Committed to China

Jens Eskelund, president of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China, said European companies remain heavily dependent on the Chinese market despite ongoing discussions about reducing economic reliance. He said many businesses con...

China Speeds Up Semiconductor IPOs to Strengthen Domestic Chip Industry

Chinese semiconductor companies are accelerating initial public offering applications on Shanghai's STAR Market as domestic capital markets channel more funding toward chipmakers and artificial intelligence computing infrastructure. Rece...

China Unveils New Robotic AI Platform for Industrial and Commercial Applications

Beijing-based Striding AI has introduced a new generation of robotic foundation systems designed to expand the use of physical artificial intelligence in sectors including retail and logistics. The platform combines multimodal perception...

Wang Yi and Marco Rubio Discuss Maintaining Stable China-United States Relations

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio that both countries should remove obstacles and maintain a constructive relationship of strategic stability, citing the consensus reached by President Xi ...

China Reaffirms Support for Pakistan Through Closer Five-Year Plan Cooperation

Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong said Beijing will deepen cooperation with Pakistan by aligning China's 15th Five-Year Plan with the Uraan Pakistan initiative, while advancing the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor.

China Funds New Diaspora Center in Somalia to Support National Development

Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre and Chinese Ambassador Wang Yu inaugurated a Chinese-funded diaspora center in Mogadishu, aiming to strengthen Somalia's diaspora policy and encourage overseas communities to contribute to the count...

China's Ethnic Unity Law Takes Effect With Expanded Scope Over Overseas Conduct

China's new Ethnic Unity and Progress Promotion Law has entered into force, reinforcing the goal of a unified national identity and authorizing authorities to address conduct considered harmful to ethnic unity, including actions that occ...