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Flooding in Guizhou Forces Evacuation of Nearly 10,000 Residents

Heavy rainfall in China’s Guizhou Province triggered flooding that prompted the evacuation of approximately 10,000 people, while authorities continue monitoring infrastructure and assessing impacts on transportation and agriculture.

President Xi Jinping Arrives in Pyongyang to Strengthen China–North Korea Relations

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Pyongyang on Monday for a state visit aimed at reinforcing bilateral ties and strategic coordination, underscoring Beijing’s intention to maintain close relations with North Korea amid shifting reg...

Anti-Graft Probe Deepens Into $6.8 Billion Tianjin Property Bad-Loan Case

Chinese authorities have expanded an investigation into a major bad-loan exposure tied to a stalled Tianjin skyscraper project, with former Bank of China executives reportedly under scrutiny as regulators continue efforts to address fina...

China Tightens Oversight of $3.4 Trillion Private Fund Industry

Financial regulators have introduced stricter compliance and monitoring requirements for China’s private fund sector as part of a broader effort to curb financial risks and strengthen supervision of investment activities outside the trad...

China Launches World’s First Prefabricated Computing-Power Center in Qingdao

Qingdao has begun operations at a modular computing-power center designed to accelerate the deployment of artificial intelligence and large-scale data-processing infrastructure, highlighting China’s push to expand domestic digital capaci...

China Highlights Port Network Strength as Global Trade Routes Face New Pressures

The Ministry of Transport said Chinese ports continue to handle nearly one-third of global maritime cargo, supported by automated terminal technologies that authorities say help maintain the efficiency and stability of international supp...

OCP Group Raises $500 Million Through Bond Issuance for Green Ammonia and Desalination Projects

Morocco’s state-owned phosphate producer OCP Group has launched a $500 million bond offering to finance green ammonia production and expanded desalination capacity, reflecting broader efforts by industrial companies to align with increas...

Beijing Symposium Highlights Chinese Governance Model for Eurasian Development

Policy scholars attending a high-level forum in Beijing argued that China’s approach to long-term planning and state governance offers a useful reference for Eurasian countries navigating economic and geopolitical change.

China Reaffirms Global South Strategy as Exporters Expand Beyond Western Markets

Senior Chinese officials reiterated Beijing’s commitment to strengthening trade and investment ties with countries across Africa, Latin America and Central Asia as Chinese manufacturers continue to expand their presence in emerging marke...

Xi Jinping Prepares for North Korea Visit as Pyongyang Deepens Nuclear and Military Posture

Chinese President Xi Jinping is finalizing plans for a state visit to North Korea as Beijing seeks to manage increasingly complex relations with Pyongyang following its declaration that its nuclear status is irreversible and its closer m...

China Launches South China Sea Maritime Operation After Japan-Philippines Security Talks

Chinese maritime forces began a special operation in the South China Sea following high-level security discussions between Japan and the Philippines, with Beijing describing the move as necessary to protect territorial sovereignty amid d...

Beijing Strengthens Oversight of Cross-Border Data, Talent and Technology Flows

The latest regulatory changes signal a broader effort to bring transfers of data, expertise and advanced technology under closer supervision, reflecting the growing role of national security considerations in economic policymaking.

Chinese Chipmakers Move to Capitalize on Artificial Intelligence-Driven Market Shift

Industry analysts say domestic semiconductor companies are accelerating upgrades to memory and logic chip production as demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure reshapes global semiconductor markets and creates new growth opport...

China Highlights Belt and Road Cooperation in Revised Overseas Investment Framework

The State Council said the new rules are intended to promote high-quality international cooperation while strengthening safeguards around strategic assets, technology, and supply chains connected to overseas investment projects.

China Expands National Security Scrutiny of Overseas Technology and Investment Deals

New measures from the Ministry of Commerce and the National Development and Reform Commission will integrate export controls with investment reviews, allowing authorities to examine overseas transactions involving research, technology, d...

New Investment Rules Combine Security Controls With Support for Overseas Expansion

While introducing stricter compliance requirements, the updated regulations also provide legal support for Chinese companies pursuing overseas projects aligned with national priorities, including cooperation under the Belt and Road Initi...

President Xi Jinping to Visit North Korea for First Time in Seven Years

Chinese President Xi Jinping will travel to North Korea from June 8 to June 9 at the invitation of Kim Jong Un, marking the 65th anniversary of the bilateral friendship treaty and underscoring Beijing’s efforts to deepen strategic cooper...

China’s Semiconductor Exports Jump 83.7 Percent as Manufacturing Capacity Expands

Integrated circuit exports reached $103.5 billion during the first four months of 2026, reflecting rapid growth in domestic chip production and strengthening China’s position in global semiconductor supply chains amid rising demand for a...

Millions of Students Begin China’s Annual Gaokao University Entrance Examination

Around 12.9 million students across China have started the multi-day gaokao examination, a pivotal event that remains the primary pathway to university admission and future career opportunities despite a slight decline in candidate numbe...

Beijing Tightens Controls on Offshore Structures and Strategic Technology Transfers

The new outbound investment framework targets attempts to circumvent domestic regulations through offshore entities and establishes penalties for activities deemed harmful to national development interests, reinforcing government oversig...

China Introduces Sweeping New Outbound Investment Rules Effective July 1

The State Council has unveiled a comprehensive regulatory framework governing overseas investment, introducing tighter oversight of cross-border capital flows, technology transfers, and overseas business activities while requiring nation...

China Reports Artificial Intelligence Adoption Across More Than 70% of Leading Smart Factory Operations

The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology said artificial intelligence is now integrated into more than 70% of business scenarios within China’s top intelligent manufacturing facilities. The expansion has supported the deployme...

Beijing Tightens Oversight of Private Investment Funds to Strengthen Financial Stability

Chinese authorities have introduced new regulatory guidelines governing private investment funds, with a focus on improving transparency and reducing financial risks. The measures are designed to guide capital toward national development...

China Launches National 6G Pilot Program to Accelerate Next-Generation Communications Development

China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has launched a ministry-provincial pilot program to advance 6G research, development and commercialization. The initiative aims to integrate telecommunications with artificial intel...

Guangxi Connects ASEAN Manufacturers With Chinese Industrial Artificial Intelligence Solutions

Authorities in China’s Guangxi region have coordinated dozens of industrial artificial intelligence application projects for companies from Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam. The initiative focuses on areas such as smart energy m...

Shenzhen Robotics Firm RobotAnno Expands Unmanned Retail Technology to More Than 80 Countries

RobotAnno, a Shenzhen-based developer of artificial intelligence-powered beverage robotics, showcased its international growth at an industry exhibition, reporting deployments in more than 80 countries. The company’s expansion reflects r...

Chinese Shipyards Capture More Than 80% of Global Green Vessel Orders

China's shipbuilding industry secured more than 80% of global orders for environmentally focused vessels during the first quarter, according to a new industry report. Orders for ships powered by liquefied natural gas, methanol, and ammon...

Top-Tier Chinese Cities Show Early Signs of Housing Market Stabilisation

New and existing home prices in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen posted modest monthly gains, ending a prolonged period of decline. Analysts say the recovery remains uneven, with strong demand concentrated in premium projects w...

China's Services Trade Expands on Growth in Knowledge-Intensive Industries

China's services trade reached nearly 2.5 trillion yuan during the first four months of the year, supported by strong growth in travel services and knowledge-intensive exports. The figures point to continued expansion in higher-value ser...

Chinese Military Tracks Dutch Frigate During Taiwan Strait Transit

China's Eastern Theater Command said it deployed naval and air assets to monitor the Dutch frigate De Ruyter during its passage through the Taiwan Strait. The operation followed the vessel's activities near the Paracel Islands and prompt...

Vice President Han Zheng Promotes China's Global Governance Vision in Russia

Speaking at the Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum, Vice President Han Zheng advocated China's Global Governance Initiative as a response to growing international fragmentation. Meetings with leaders from Central Asia and Afri...

Chinese Companies Step Up Efforts to Shape Global Technology Standards

Chinese technology firms are increasing participation in international standards-setting initiatives across sectors ranging from semiconductors to health technology. The push reflects a broader effort to influence future technical standa...

Premier Li Qiang Orders Faster Action on Local Government Debt and Property Risks

Premier Li Qiang has called for stronger measures to address local government financing vehicle debt and accelerate structural reforms at the regional level. While officials say the country's bond-swap programme has reduced hidden liabil...

Chinese Electric Vehicle Exports Jump 40% as Automakers Expand in Emerging Markets

China's electric vehicle exports rose 40% year-on-year in April to more than 278,000 units, with growth increasingly driven by developing economies. Exports to Brazil surged 221%, highlighting the industry's shift toward new internationa...

People's Bank of China Suspends Reverse Repo Operations to Encourage Lending

China's central bank recorded zero volume in seven-day reverse repurchase operations for the first time in nearly two years. The move signals concern over weak credit demand and low interbank rates, with policymakers seeking to encourage...

China Tightens Outbound Investment Rules to Restrict Overseas Technology Transfers

China's State Council has issued new regulations, effective in July, that tighten oversight of outbound direct investment and close avenues for technology firms to move intellectual property or technical personnel abroad. The measures in...

Beijing Unveils Sweeping Oversight of $3.4 Trillion Private Fund Industry

The State Council has introduced comprehensive guidelines governing China's private investment sector, aiming to eliminate non-compliant operators and curb illegal fundraising. The framework encourages capital allocation toward early-sta...

European Union Trade Measures Deepen Frictions With China

Trade tensions between Beijing and Brussels have intensified after the European Parliament reduced tariff-free steel import quotas and considered new restrictions on Chinese investment ownership. China has responded by launching proceedi...