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Report Highlights Underwater Testing of AI-Powered Maritime Technologies

An investigative report says China is using underwater testing facilities to evaluate artificial intelligence-powered maritime navigation and surveillance technologies, highlighting a lesser-known area of AI research and development.

Polestar Faces U.S. Market Exit Amid Tightening Restrictions on Chinese Automotive Technology

Geely-backed electric vehicle maker Polestar is being forced out of the U.S. market as tighter restrictions on Chinese-developed automotive technology create new barriers for Chinese automakers operating overseas.

China Launches Nationwide Crackdown on Drug-Laced E-Cigarettes

Authorities have begun a nationwide campaign against the illegal sale of drug-laced e-cigarettes, with the Ministry of Public Security stepping up oversight of retail and online sales following an increase in youth addiction cases.

Shenzhen Robotics Startup Anyverse Dynamics Raises More Than $200 Million

Anyverse Dynamics has secured more than $200 million in new funding, adding momentum to investment in China's robotics sector as manufacturers expand automation to improve productivity and address demographic pressures.

Evergrande Property Services Shares Tumble After Stake Sale Collapses

Shares in Evergrande Property Services fell 24% after an attempted sale of a major equity stake failed, underscoring the continuing financial strain across China's troubled property sector.

Chinese Study Finds AI Is Reshaping Hiring Rather Than Triggering Mass Layoffs

Research led by Peking University suggests companies are increasingly using artificial intelligence to reduce entry-level recruitment and streamline management structures, pointing to gradual changes in employment patterns rather than wi...

Cathay Cargo Expands Air Freight Capacity to Meet AI Hardware Demand

Cathay Cargo has increased freight capacity between mainland China and overseas markets to handle rising shipments of AI chips and server hardware as global demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure continues to grow.

State Audit Finds 1.08 Billion Yuan in Irregularities in Maternity Benefit Funds

China's National Audit Office uncovered 1.08 billion yuan in financial irregularities involving maternity insurance and subsidy funds, citing administrative failures that affected benefit distribution for more than one million people.

China Industrial Profit Growth Slows as Weak Domestic Demand Weighs on Recovery

Official data showed China's industrial profits rose 21.1% year on year in May, slowing from 24.7% in April as subdued consumer spending and a prolonged property downturn offset continued strength in factory output and AI-driven electron...

Authorities Investigate Reported Aircraft Debris Near Beijing's Citic Tower

Officials are investigating reports of debris near Beijing's tallest building after images circulated online appearing to show remnants of a small aircraft, with authorities expected to issue further information after the preliminary inq...

Agricultural Modernization Boosts China's Summer Wheat Harvest

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs said widespread use of automated machinery and precision farming technologies has improved harvesting efficiency during this year's large-scale wheat harvest across major grain-producing regi...

China Targets Low-Carbon Heavy-Duty Trucks for 40 Percent of New Sales by 2030

A new government development plan aims for electric, hydrogen and other low-carbon heavy-duty vehicles to account for 40 percent of new truck sales by the end of the decade as China seeks to reduce emissions from freight transport.

China Reaffirms Commitment to Greater Market Opening and International Trade

Senior officials told the New Champions meeting that China will continue expanding market access and zero-tariff policies covering sixty-three countries, reinforcing the country's commitment to deeper global economic integration.

China Says AI Is Moving from Research to Large-Scale Industrial Deployment

Official reports indicate embodied artificial intelligence technologies are entering wider commercial use, marking a shift from laboratory development toward practical applications across manufacturing and other industries.

China's Installed Power Capacity Surpasses 4,000 Gigawatts

National grid data shows China's total electricity generation capacity has exceeded 4,000 gigawatts, while non-fossil energy sources now account for 62 percent of installed capacity and coal's share has declined to 32 percent.

Chinese Power Semiconductor Makers Raise Prices as AI Demand Accelerates

Major manufacturers including Yangjie Technology, Chongqing CR Micro and Silan Microelectronics have increased prices by 10 to 15 percent, citing stronger demand from artificial intelligence data centers, electric vehicles and energy sto...

China Shifts Innovation Strategy Toward Foundational Technologies and Commercialization

Policy guidance for the 2026–2030 period emphasizes stronger investment in breakthrough research while ensuring new technologies are rapidly commercialized to support employment, consumption and long-term economic growth.

Industrial Clusters Continue to Drive China's Manufacturing Competitiveness

The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology highlighted specialized manufacturing hubs, including the Yangtze River Delta's electronics cluster and Shenzhen's Robot Valley, as key contributors to industrial innovation and competi...

China Expands Southeast Asia Security Cooperation with Cambodia to Combat Cross-Border Fraud

President Xi Jinping and Cambodian People's Party President Samdech Techo Hun Sen agreed to strengthen bilateral security cooperation by establishing a formal partnership targeting cross-border telecom and online fraud.

Premier Li Qiang Highlights Economic Resilience Despite Global Uncertainty

Premier Li Qiang said China's economy expanded by five percent in the first quarter, arguing that the country's large domestic market and accelerating adoption of green technologies are providing stability even as global supply chains re...

China Unveils 2026–2030 Five-Year Plan Centered on Advanced Technology and High-Quality Growth

Chinese leaders used the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting of the New Champions in Dalian to outline a new five-year economic strategy that prioritizes artificial intelligence, integrated circuits and quantum information as the found...

China Tightens Industrial Decarbonization Rules with New Subsidies and Binding Energy Targets

The State Council has launched a three-year campaign to cut emissions across nine energy-intensive industries, combining subsidies for industrial upgrades with mandatory clean-energy targets that provinces and major industries will be re...

China's Electric Vehicle Exports Reach Record Monthly High in May

Official data showed China exported 448,000 electric passenger vehicles worth US$9.2 billion in May, with rising demand from ASEAN markets including Thailand and the Philippines helping offset softer conditions in parts of the domestic m...

Premier Li Qiang and Bangladesh Prime Minister Hold Bilateral Talks on Strategic Cooperation

Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in Beijing, where both sides discussed expanding practical cooperation and strengthening strategic trust. The meeting also reaffirmed support for multilateral en...

Xi Jinping and Bangladeshi Prime Minister Discuss Expanded Cooperation on AI and Green Development

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman held talks in Beijing focused on strengthening cooperation in green development, digital technology, and artificial intelligence. The discussions also covered ali...

TSMC Projects Strong Semiconductor Growth as AI Drives Demand for Advanced Chips

At the 2026 China Technology Forum in Shanghai, TSMC projected strong global semiconductor market expansion driven by artificial intelligence and high-performance computing. The company said these segments are expected to account for mor...

China Maintains Cautious Monetary Policy Stance as Central Bank Focus Shifts to Stability

The People’s Bank of China has adopted a more cautious, data-dependent approach to monetary policy, moving away from earlier easing signals. Authorities are prioritising financial stability and exchange rate management while monitoring o...

Huawei Pushes AI-Driven Network Upgrade Strategy at Mobile World Congress Shanghai

Huawei has called for a broad upgrade of telecom compute-network infrastructure at the 2026 Mobile World Congress in Shanghai, proposing new frameworks for carriers to monetize artificial intelligence tokens. The company said deeper inte...

Chinese Power Semiconductor Manufacturers Raise Prices as AI Data Center Demand Reshapes Market

Major Chinese power semiconductor companies, including Yangjie Technology, Chongqing CR Micro, Silan Microelectronics, and NCE Power, will increase prices by 10% to 15% from July 1, 2026. The companies cite strong demand from artificial ...

TSMC Forecasts One Trillion Dollar Semiconductor Market Driven by AI and High-Performance Computing

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company has projected that global semiconductor demand could reach one trillion dollars, driven largely by artificial intelligence and high-performance computing. The company also said AI-related applic...

China Advances State-Led Industrial Strategy Through Robotics and AI Infrastructure Expansion

China is scaling up investment in robotics clusters and artificial intelligence infrastructure, including major manufacturing hubs in Shenzhen and the Yangtze River Delta. The developments are part of a broader push toward automation and...

Chinese EV Makers Shift Toward Premium Models to Expand European Market Share

Leading Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers are targeting higher-margin premium models as they expand into European markets. The strategy is aimed at strengthening competitiveness against European luxury brands while mitigating potent...

China Deepens Energy and Infrastructure Cooperation With Kazakhstan Under Belt and Road

China and Kazakhstan have agreed to expand cooperation on energy and pipeline infrastructure as part of Belt and Road initiatives. The partnership focuses on strengthening overland energy routes and reducing reliance on maritime transpor...

Hong Kong to Allow Cross-Border Welfare Payments to Mainland Bank Accounts From July

Starting in July, Hong Kong retirees will be able to receive welfare payments directly into mainland Chinese bank accounts. The policy is designed to improve cross-border social service delivery and support deeper integration within the ...

China Approves Major Energy Storage Expansion as CATL Builds New Testing Facility

Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited has completed a 3 billion yuan facility dedicated to testing large-scale energy storage systems. The investment highlights the company’s expansion beyond electric vehicle batteries into grid st...

China Maintains Cautious Monetary Policy as Central Bank Prioritizes Yuan Stability

The People’s Bank of China is maintaining a cautious monetary stance while continuing to manage yuan midpoint settings against the US dollar. Policymakers are focusing on liquidity support for domestic manufacturers while balancing exter...

China Records $40 Billion Battery Exports as CATL Expands Into Grid-Scale Energy Storage

China exported $40 billion worth of lithium-ion batteries in the first five months of 2026, marking a 37 percent year-on-year increase. At the same time, Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited, or CATL, has completed a 3 billion yua...

China Expands Belt and Road Energy Cooperation With Kazakhstan Pipeline Commitments

China and Kazakhstan have agreed to deepen cooperation on energy and pipeline infrastructure under the Belt and Road framework. The discussions focus on strengthening land-based energy routes and improving long-term supply security throu...

China’s AI Models Hit New Performance Benchmarks Amid Rapid Commercial Expansion

Chinese generative AI systems have reached new benchmarks in token usage and performance efficiency as of late May, according to official reports. Authorities say rapid commercialization of advanced AI applications is becoming a key driv...

China Signals 2026 Economic Shift Toward Consolidation in EV and Solar Industries

Chinese policymakers are moving to address excess capacity in sectors including electric vehicles and solar manufacturing by encouraging consolidation among smaller producers. The approach aims to reduce intense price competition and sup...

China Strengthens Domestic Semiconductor Ecosystem Through Increased State-Backed Funding

Chinese technology companies are expanding investment in in-house semiconductor design with support from domestic funding channels. The initiative is part of broader efforts to build a self-sufficient supply chain for consumer electronic...

China Telecom Commits 11.55 Billion Yuan to AI-Focused Server Infrastructure Expansion

China Telecom has announced an 11.55 billion yuan investment in high-performance server infrastructure to support rising demand for computing power. The expansion is aimed at strengthening cloud capacity for artificial intelligence devel...