Beijing Post

World Bank Sees China’s Growth Moderating as Property Market Adjustment Continues

The World Bank forecasts China's economic growth will slow to 4.4 percent in 2026 and 4.3 percent in 2027, saying resilient exports and high-tech investment are expected to offset part of the drag from the prolonged adjustment in the pro...

China Expands Anti-Sanctions Framework to Counter Foreign Regulatory Measures

Beijing is broadening its legal tools to respond to foreign sanctions and export controls, including draft legislation that would allow public interest litigation against foreign organizations, adding another layer of regulatory complexi...

China Reaffirms Strategic Partnership With North Korea During High-Level Visit to Pyongyang

Senior Chinese official Wang Huning met leaders of the Workers' Party of Korea to reinforce agreements reached by President Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un, highlighting Beijing's commitment to maintaining close ties with North Korea amid a c...

Chinese Semiconductor Companies Accelerate IPO Plans as AI Investment Surges

Chinese chipmakers are moving ahead with stock market listings on Shanghai's STAR Market to finance expansion in areas including silicon photonics and data-center storage, supported by policies aimed at strengthening domestic technologic...

China Introduces First Rules Governing AI Companion Services

China has unveiled new regulations requiring artificial intelligence companion platforms to limit excessive use, identify signs of emotional distress, and intervene during crises, prompting services including Doubao, Qwen and Yuanbao to ...

China Strengthens Oversight of Outbound Investment Under New State Council Regulations

New rules in force from July 1 raise outbound investment controls to the administrative regulation level, expanding scrutiny to include China-based individuals and certain indirect overseas investments while increasing penalties for non-...

China Elevates Domestic Consumption as Core Driver of New Five-Year Economic Strategy

China's National Development and Reform Commission has released a dedicated five-year plan to expand domestic consumption, underscoring Beijing's effort to make household demand the primary engine of economic growth as the country contin...

Thailand and China Deepen Cooperation on Technology, Energy and Security

Thailand's prime minister began a five-day visit to China for talks with Premier Li Qiang focused on trade, artificial intelligence, cross-border investment, the ASEAN Power Grid and participation in the 2026 World Artificial Intelligenc...

Retail Investors Shift From Gold Funds to Equities as Central Bank Adds to Gold Reserves

Chinese gold exchange-traded funds recorded record monthly outflows in June as retail investors increased equity investments, while the People's Bank of China continued adding to its official gold reserves.

Service Spending Outpaces Retail Goods as Consumer Trends Diverge

China's retail sales rose 2.7 percent in the first half of the year, with stronger growth in services supported by tourism and visa-free travel policies while spending on physical goods remained comparatively weak.

Chinese Investment in Silicon Photonics Gains Momentum as AI Competition Intensifies

State-backed investors and domestic capital markets are increasing support for silicon photonics and other advanced semiconductor technologies as China expands its artificial intelligence infrastructure alongside growing cross-strait tec...

People's Bank of China Injects 760 Billion Yuan to Support Private Sector Lending

China's central bank provided 760 billion yuan in targeted relending funds during the first half of the year, aiming to encourage lending to private businesses and ease pressures from weak domestic demand and localized economic bottlenecks.

China's Economic Growth Slows to 4.3 Percent in Second Quarter as Property Weakness Persists

China's economy expanded by 4.3 percent in the second quarter, bringing first-half growth to 4.7 percent as sharp declines in property investment and private fixed-asset investment offset continued strength in high-tech manufacturing.

High-Tech Exports Drive China's First-Half Trade Growth

China's goods trade reached 25.47 trillion yuan in the first half of the year, led by a sharp rise in computing hardware exports and strong growth in high-tech products, highlighting the increasing role of advanced manufacturing in the c...

New Energy Vehicles Account for Nearly Two-Thirds of China's Passenger Car Sales

Electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles made up 62.8 percent of domestic passenger car sales in June, extending a three-month run above the 60 percent mark as Chinese automakers continued expanding their presence in overseas markets, includ...

Shanghai Eases Listing Rules to Accelerate Semiconductor and AI Financing

China's securities regulator has relaxed profitability requirements under Shanghai's STAR Market to support semiconductor and artificial intelligence companies, paving the way for more technology firms to raise capital through public lis...

China Expands Counter-Sanctions Measures to Shield Domestic Supply Chains

Chinese authorities have stepped up enforcement of legal measures designed to counter the impact of foreign sanctions, strengthening mechanisms intended to protect domestic companies and safeguard critical industrial supply chains from e...

China Introduces New Rules Governing Human-Like Artificial Intelligence Services

New regulations issued by the Cyberspace Administration of China have taken effect, requiring AI services that simulate human personalities to clearly identify themselves, include anti-addiction measures, and avoid creating virtual intim...

China Keeps Advanced Manufacturing at the Center of Its 2026 to 2030 Development Agenda

Beijing continues prioritizing advanced manufacturing, scientific research and new industrial capabilities as key elements of its Fifteenth Five-Year Plan period, with technology upgrading remaining central to long-term economic policy.

Economic Support Policies Balance Growth and Innovation Goals

Chinese authorities are combining monetary support, business engagement and technology policies to maintain economic momentum while advancing longer-term industrial upgrading.

Artificial Intelligence Integration Expands Beyond Technology Companies

China is increasingly applying artificial intelligence across communications, manufacturing and public infrastructure as policymakers seek broader economic use of advanced digital technologies.

ChangXin Memory Technologies Plans Record Semiconductor IPO to Expand China’s Chip Production Capacity

Chinese memory chip maker ChangXin Memory Technologies is preparing to raise about eight point six billion United States dollars through an initial public offering, marking the country’s largest semiconductor listing and supporting effor...

China’s Strong Technology Exports Highlight Manufacturing Strength While Domestic Consumption Remains a Priority

Exports of chips, electric vehicles and technology products continue supporting China’s economic performance, while policymakers maintain focus on boosting household demand and creating a more balanced growth model.

China Pushes Platform Companies to Support Industrial Innovation and Manufacturing Upgrades

Chinese regulators are encouraging stronger cooperation between major technology platforms, smaller businesses and manufacturers as Beijing seeks to increase the contribution of digital companies to the broader real economy.

China’s Semiconductor Sector Expands as Artificial Intelligence Demand Reshapes Global Supply Chains

Growing demand for artificial intelligence computing is accelerating investment in China’s semiconductor industry, with domestic companies increasing production capacity while continuing efforts to improve competitiveness in advanced chi...

People’s Bank of China Maintains Supportive Monetary Policy to Support Growth and Innovation

China’s central bank said it will continue pursuing an accommodative monetary policy approach aimed at improving financing conditions, supporting economic activity and providing greater support for innovation and smaller businesses.

China Expands Artificial Intelligence Integration Across Digital Networks and Industrial Applications

China is advancing plans to integrate artificial intelligence into communications networks and industrial systems, with authorities targeting wider adoption of intelligent computing, automated networks and technology-driven applications ...

China’s Premier Li Qiang Consults Economists and Entrepreneurs on Next Phase of Economic Policy

Chinese Premier Li Qiang has met with economists and business leaders to discuss economic conditions and future policy priorities, with officials emphasizing stable growth, emerging industries and stronger support for innovation amid ext...

China Accelerates Technology Self-Reliance Drive Through Artificial Intelligence and Core Innovation Policies

Chinese leaders are pushing for faster breakthroughs in core technologies, artificial intelligence applications and closer cooperation between research institutions and industry as Beijing continues efforts to strengthen domestic innovat...

China’s Artificial Intelligence Exports Drive June Trade Growth as Semiconductor Demand Strengthens

China’s June exports benefited from rising global demand for artificial intelligence-related products, integrated circuits and electric vehicles, reinforcing the role of advanced manufacturing in supporting trade growth while policymaker...

China Commodity Markets Rise as Energy and Industrial Materials Gain Momentum

Chinese commodity futures markets recorded broad gains, led by energy products, chemicals, shipping-related contracts, industrial metals, and some new energy materials. Market movements reflected changing expectations around industrial d...

China’s Stock Markets Rise as AI Hardware and Industrial Sectors Lead Investor Interest

Chinese equities advanced as investors focused on artificial intelligence hardware, printed circuit boards, industrial metals, energy, and battery-related sectors. Shanghai and Shenzhen markets recorded broad gains, with more than four t...

China’s AI Hardware Exports Surge as Demand for Computing Infrastructure Accelerates

China’s customs authorities reported strong growth in exports of computing-related hardware, including electronic components and computer equipment, as artificial intelligence development increases demand for infrastructure products. The...

China Advances Artificial Intelligence Strategy With Focus on Industrial Applications and Core Technologies

Chinese policymakers are prioritizing artificial intelligence research, computing infrastructure, commercial applications, and technology ecosystem development in upcoming planning efforts. The strategy focuses on strengthening core capa...

China’s Electronic Information Manufacturing Sector Expands on Artificial Intelligence Investment Demand

China’s electronic information manufacturing industry is continuing to grow as demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure supports production of servers, components, and digital equipment. Official industry data showed rising outp...

China Maintains Supportive Monetary Policy as Central Bank Seeks to Stabilize Growth

The People’s Bank of China has reaffirmed its commitment to an accommodative monetary policy approach amid uneven economic recovery conditions. The central bank emphasized liquidity support, policy coordination, and measures aimed at sup...

China Removes Former Politburo Member Ma Xingrui in Major Anti-Corruption Action

Former Politburo member Ma Xingrui has been expelled from the Communist Party following an investigation into alleged corruption violations. The move represents another major disciplinary action involving a senior official and reflects c...

China Strengthens Hong Kong Financial Connectivity Through New Support Measures

China’s financial authorities are continuing efforts to reinforce Hong Kong’s role as an international financial center through monetary and market-support measures. The initiatives aim to strengthen connections between mainland financia...

China’s Premier Li Qiang Calls for Stronger Policy Support as Economic Recovery Remains Uneven

Premier Li Qiang has urged a balanced assessment of China’s economic conditions while calling for stronger policy support to maintain growth momentum. The remarks come as China faces weaker domestic demand, softer private investment, and...

China’s Foreign Trade Hits Record First-Half Level as AI-Related Exports Drive Growth

China’s goods trade exceeded twenty-five trillion yuan in the first half of 2026, reaching a record level for the period, according to customs data. Exports and imports both recorded double-digit growth, with artificial intelligence-rela...

Heavy Rain and Flood Warnings Issued Across Northeast China

Authorities in Liaoning, Heilongjiang, and Jilin have issued flood warnings after heavy to torrential rainfall caused flooding and transport disruption, while Shenyang introduced emergency measures including school closures and advice fo...