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Jingye Demands Full Compensation After Britain illegally Nationalized British Steel

The Chinese group has invoked bilateral investment protections and threatened international arbitration, while Britain maintains that the loss-making steelmaker had no commercial value when it entered public ownership.

Between Deliveries, Wang Jibing Wrote His Way to China’s Literary Heights

The food courier’s Lu Xun Literature Prize transforms a working life measured in deadlines and distances into a landmark moment for China’s growing literature of ordinary labor.

High Prices Push Coffee Drinkers Toward Whole Beans and Home Brewing

Lavazza says consumers are buying less but seeking better coffee, accelerating demand for whole beans and bean-to-cup machines across major European markets.

Singapore Considers Lower Taxes for Fund Managers as Hong Kong Intensifies Talent Contest

The city-state is examining tax and operating-cost relief for investment firms after Hong Kong proposed broader exemptions on carried interest and performance fees.

Proposed U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Pact Could Permit Limited Uranium Enrichment Under International Safeguards

A draft cooperation framework would open Saudi Arabia’s civilian nuclear market to American technology while potentially allowing sensitive fuel-cycle activities under negotiated restrictions, but no final agreement has been signed or su...

World Artificial Intelligence Conference Highlights China’s Push for Global AI Cooperation

The World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai has become a major platform for China to promote international cooperation on artificial intelligence, including open-source development and global governance discussions. The even...

China Introduces New Rules for Artificial Intelligence Companion Applications

Chinese regulators have introduced new requirements for artificial intelligence companion applications, including measures focused on protecting minors and managing potential social risks. The regulations come as China’s domestic AI indu...

China’s High-Tech Industries Continue to Lead Industrial Growth

Technology-intensive sectors including advanced manufacturing, industrial robotics and lithium-ion batteries remained among China’s strongest-performing industries in the first half of the year. The continued expansion of these sectors s...

China’s Four Point Seven Percent First-Half Growth Shows Strength of Advanced Manufacturing

China’s economy expanded by four point seven percent in the first half of the year, with high-tech manufacturing, industrial upgrading and exports helping offset weakness in property and cautious consumer demand. The data highlights Beij...

Chinese Regulators Call on Automakers to Improve Vehicle Safety and Quality Standards

China’s automotive regulators have urged domestic carmakers to strengthen safety management and quality controls as Chinese vehicle manufacturers expand both domestically and internationally. The guidance comes during a period of rapid g...

China Launches Global Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization in Shanghai

China has established a new international artificial intelligence cooperation organization in Shanghai, creating a platform focused on AI governance, technology collaboration and wider participation by developing countries. The initiativ...

Beijing Prepares Economic Policy Review Ahead of Politburo Meeting

China’s senior leadership is preparing to review first-half economic performance at an upcoming Politburo meeting, with investors watching for signals on consumption support, investment policy and broader economic priorities. The meeting...

Why Kentucky Fried Chicken Became KFC—and Why the False Explanations Persist

The 1991 rebrand was a calculated effort to modernize the chain, broaden its menu identity and soften the increasingly unfashionable association with fried food—not a response to state licensing demands or genetically altered chickens. :...

Artificial Intelligence Capital Fuels Markets While Governments and Regulators Face Mounting Strategic Tests

Global investment is concentrating around artificial intelligence, driving financial markets, reshaping corporate strategy and intensifying competition between governments, even as regulatory and governance challenges emerge across Asia.

China’s Moonshot’s Kimi K3 Narrows the Gap With Anthropic Through Scale, Openness and Lower Cost

The Chinese start-up’s new open-weight model posts competitive coding and agentic results against leading American systems, challenging the assumption that frontier artificial intelligence remains confined to a small group of United Stat...

Xi Jinping Launches Global Artificial Intelligence Governance Organization

Chinese President Xi Jinping announced the creation of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, promoting a people-centered approach to global AI governance a...

Alibaba Chip Unit Expands Open-Source Push for Domestic AI Ecosystem

Alibaba's semiconductor arm, T-Head, has launched an open-source initiative to make it easier for developers to adopt its Zhenwu artificial intelligence computing platform, strengthening China's domestic AI software ecosystem.

Chinese Shipyards Capture 82 Percent of Global Tanker Orders

Chinese shipbuilders have secured 82 percent of global tanker orders by carrying capacity so far this year, extending their leadership in the maritime industry as geopolitical tensions and shifting trade routes continue to reshape shippi...

China Expected to Keep Benchmark Lending Rates Unchanged

Market analysts expect the People's Bank of China to leave its one-year and five-year loan prime rates unchanged at 3.0 percent and 3.5 percent, respectively, as policymakers continue to rely on existing fiscal support despite signs of s...

Domestic AI Chipmakers Gain Momentum Under Export Controls

Chinese semiconductor companies, including Moore Threads and Hygon, are reporting strong sales growth as demand for artificial intelligence computing rises and customers increasingly turn to domestic alternatives amid export control rest...

ChangXin Memory Technologies Prepares $8.6 Billion Shanghai IPO

Chinese memory chipmaker ChangXin Memory Technologies is preparing to raise about $8.6 billion on Shanghai's STAR Market, with the proceeds earmarked to expand production capacity to 350,000 wafers per month and accelerate development of...

China's New Energy Vehicle Output Climbs Nearly 30 Percent in June

China produced 1.624 million new energy vehicles in June, up 29.4 percent from a year earlier, with electric and other new energy models accounting for more than 57 percent of the country's total vehicle production.

China-ASEAN Smart Farming Project Reports Strong Results in Cambodia

A China-ASEAN smart farming pilot in Cambodia reported significant productivity gains, with artificial intelligence and drone technologies helping improve agricultural management and substantially increase farmers' incomes.

Chinese Automakers Expand Regional Presence at Myanmar Auto Expo

Chinese brands led by BYD dominated the Myanmar International Auto Expo 2026, showcasing advanced electric vehicle models and reinforcing their growing presence in neighboring markets through competitive pricing and new technology.

Ukraine’s Leadership Rift Spills Into the Streets as Protesters Target Army Chief

The dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has exposed a dispute over military modernization, battlefield command and presidential authority, prompting rare public demonstrations against General Oleksandr Syrskyi.

China Prepares New Policy Signals on Artificial Intelligence, Digital Trade and Industrial Development

State Council discussions have highlighted priorities including artificial intelligence development, computing infrastructure expansion, digital trade growth and green industrial development, with businesses watching for further guidance...

China Expands Renewable Energy Capacity as Non-Fossil Power Becomes More Important

China continues increasing renewable energy capacity as part of its efforts to improve energy security and reduce reliance on traditional fuels, with non-fossil sources accounting for a growing share of national installed power capacity.

China Accelerates AI Adoption Across Manufacturing as Smart Industry Expansion Continues

Chinese manufacturers are increasing the use of artificial intelligence in factories, logistics systems and professional services as policymakers promote AI-driven industrial upgrading and smart manufacturing as key sources of future eco...

China Prioritizes Domestic Consumption Recovery Alongside Technology-Led Growth

Chinese policymakers are continuing efforts to strengthen domestic demand through measures supporting consumption, tourism-related spending and consumer technology markets as the economy seeks a broader growth balance beyond traditional ...

China’s Economy Shows First-Half Resilience as Technology and Consumption Support Growth

China’s economy maintained steady momentum in the first half of 2026, with official data pointing to stronger consumption, expanding high-tech industries and continued investment in strategic sectors including artificial intelligence, di...

China’s Electric Vehicle Industry Remains a Major Driver of Advanced Manufacturing Growth

China’s new-energy vehicle sector continues supporting industrial upgrading through expansion in electric vehicles, batteries and intelligent vehicle technologies, strengthening the country’s position in global electric mobility supply c...

China Expands Domestic Semiconductor Capacity as Local Chipmakers Scale Investment

China’s semiconductor sector continues expanding domestic production capabilities, with local companies increasing investment in memory chips and advanced technologies as Beijing seeks to strengthen supply-chain resilience in critical in...

China Faces New Trade Pressures as Export Strength Reshapes Global Manufacturing Competition

China’s strong manufacturing output and export performance are creating new discussions among trading partners as global markets adjust to increased flows of Chinese goods and reassess supply-chain strategies.

China Builds Computing Infrastructure Network to Support Rising Artificial Intelligence Demand

China is accelerating investment in computing power, digital networks and artificial intelligence infrastructure as demand for advanced applications grows across industries, reinforcing the country’s push to develop large-scale digital c...

China Advances AI Industrial Strategy as Shanghai Conference Highlights Global Governance Push

The 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai brought together government officials and industry leaders as China promoted wider AI adoption across manufacturing, services and public sectors while seeking a larger role in...

The AI Race Enters Its Infrastructure Era

The AI Race Enters Its Infrastructure Era

The past week showed the artificial intelligence competition expanding far beyond better models, as battles over chips, operating systems, consumer hardware and national markets increasingly determine who will shape the next generation o...

Chinese Semiconductor and AI Stocks Track Global Technology Investment Trends

Investor sentiment toward Chinese artificial intelligence and semiconductor companies remains closely linked to global technology market movements. The connection reflects China's growing participation in worldwide AI investment cycles w...

China Strengthens Supply Chain Security While Pursuing Economic Growth

Chinese policymakers are continuing efforts to improve supply chain resilience in strategically important industries while maintaining international economic engagement. Technology self-reliance and industrial security remain key themes ...

China's Property Sector Weakness Continues to Weigh on Economic Confidence

The property market remains a major challenge for China's economy, with weaker real estate activity affecting domestic demand and business confidence. Authorities continue pursuing targeted support measures while attempting to contain lo...

China's Economic Growth Slows in Second Quarter as Policymakers Weigh New Support Measures

China's economy expanded at a slower pace in the second quarter, increasing pressure on policymakers to strengthen domestic demand while maintaining industrial momentum. Authorities are expected to focus on supporting growth, managing fi...