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China-Taiwan Tensions Rise Over Agricultural Trade Pledges and Market Access Strategy

Beijing’s renewed pledges to increase purchases of Taiwanese agricultural products, including atemoya fruit, have drawn sharp criticism in Taipei. Taiwan’s Ministry of Agriculture warned that the strategy could create market dependency b...

Premier Li Qiang to Host World Economic Forum Meeting in Dalian With Global Leaders

Chinese Premier Li Qiang will host the 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions in Dalian, bringing together international delegates and foreign leaders to discuss global trade, technological innovation and supply chain stability. The ev...

Global Investors Continue Reallocating Capital From Chinese Internet Stocks to AI Hardware

Despite gains in mainland Chinese equities, offshore benchmarks such as the Hang Seng Technology Index remain under pressure as global investors rotate capital. Funds are increasingly shifting away from Chinese consumer internet and e-co...

China Faces Emerging Fiscal Strain as Electric Vehicle Boom Erodes Fuel Tax Revenues

China’s rapid shift toward electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, now accounting for more than 60% of new car sales, is sharply reducing fuel tax revenues that fund national road maintenance. The resulting shortfall is placing pressure on...

China Imposes Export Controls and Procurement Bans on US Defense and Rare Earth Firms

China’s Ministry of Commerce has placed export controls on ten US entities, including rare earth producers MP Materials and USA Rare Earth, restricting access to dual-use materials. In a separate move, the Ministry of Finance barred 46 U...

Tencent Opens WeChat AI Ecosystem to External Developers and Enterprise Partners

Tencent has released new development guidelines allowing external developers and corporate partners, including Tongcheng Travel, to integrate artificial intelligence agents into the WeChat ecosystem. The move is designed to embed large l...

Global Automakers Shift China Strategy Toward Co-Innovation With Domestic EV Leaders

International automotive manufacturers operating in China are moving away from traditional market-for-technology arrangements toward co-innovation models. The shift reflects the growing dominance of Chinese electric vehicle and software ...

Severe Flooding Across Six Southern Chinese Provinces Disrupts Supply Chains and Displaces Residents

Extreme rainfall linked to El Niño conditions has triggered widespread flooding across Jiangxi, Zhejiang, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi and Hunan provinces. The storms have forced large-scale evacuations, submerged urban areas and disrupted...

People’s Bank of China Holds Benchmark Lending Rates at Record Lows for Thirteenth Straight Month

The People’s Bank of China has kept its one-year and five-year Loan Prime Rates unchanged at 3% and 3.5% respectively, marking the thirteenth consecutive month at record lows. The decision reflects policymakers’ effort to support growth ...

China Introduces New State Council Regulation Expanding Oversight of Outbound Investment

The State Council has issued a new regulation on outbound investment that establishes a centralized, cross-agency security review system for capital leaving the country. Set to take effect on July 1, the framework expands regulatory over...

Beijing Unveils Fifteen-Point Plan to Stabilize Foreign Investment and Broaden Market Access

China’s Ministry of Commerce and related agencies have introduced a sweeping fifteen-point action plan aimed at stabilizing foreign direct investment and improving its utilization. The measures prioritize expanded access in finance, phar...

China Approves 2.3 Trillion Yuan Fiscal Package for AI, EVs and Semiconductor Development

China’s State Council has directed a 2.3 trillion yuan fiscal expansion targeting artificial intelligence infrastructure, electric vehicle innovation and domestic semiconductor production. The package marks a continued shift away from pr...

China Cuts Over 12,000 University Degree Programs in Major Education Restructuring Drive

China’s Ministry of Education has eliminated more than 12,000 undergraduate programs since 2021 as part of a nationwide shift in higher education. The restructuring redirects academic capacity toward engineering, semiconductors, and adva...

China Deploys New Floating Structures at Scarborough Shoal Amid South China Sea Tensions

Philippine and allied surveillance operations have detected newly installed floating platforms by Chinese maritime forces at Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea. The deployment adds to ongoing tensions over territorial claims in the...

Tesla Prioritizes Non-Chinese Graphite Supply as Battery Material Trade Pressures Intensify

Tesla has reinstated a supply agreement with Syrah Resources to secure natural graphite outside China, reflecting efforts to build alternative battery material supply chains. The shift comes amid tighter Chinese export controls and risin...

China Expands State Takeovers of Stalled Property Projects to Stabilize Real Estate Sector

Local governments and state-owned developers in China are increasing buyouts of abandoned or stalled real estate megaprojects previously led by highly leveraged private firms. The move is intended to stabilize construction activity and r...

China and Canada Agree EV Import Quota in Exchange for Agricultural Tariff Reductions

China and Canada have reached a trade arrangement capping Chinese electric vehicle imports into Canada at 49,000 units for the year. In return, China will reduce tariffs on key Canadian agricultural and seafood exports, easing tensions b...

People’s Bank of China Holds Loan Prime Rates Steady Despite Expectations of Further Monetary Easing

The People’s Bank of China kept its one-year and five-year Loan Prime Rates unchanged at 3 percent and 3.5 percent, signaling a continued preference for targeted liquidity measures rather than broad monetary stimulus amid ongoing propert...

China Startup Spacesail Demonstrates Direct-to-Cell Satellite Voice Calls Using Commercial Smartphones

Chinese low-Earth orbit operator Spacesail has completed satellite voice calls using standard commercial smartphones without hardware modification. The breakthrough positions the company to compete in the global satellite communications ...

China Launches AI Export Strategy to Help Manufacturers Sell Integrated Technology Solutions Abroad

Beijing and Alibaba Cloud have introduced a coordinated strategy aimed at helping Chinese manufacturers move beyond low-margin exports toward artificial intelligence-driven industrial solutions. The plan was presented at the “Harmony for...

China’s Gallium Export Policy Shift Highlights Strategic Role of Critical Minerals

China’s decision to resume gallium exports to Japan after months of restrictions underscores its continued leverage over critical mineral supply chains. The material is essential for semiconductor manufacturing and has become a focal poi...

China Expands Maritime Survey Operations Near Taiwan in Move to Reinforce Jurisdictional Claims

Chinese maritime authorities have announced expanded scientific and hydrographic survey missions east of Taiwan. The operations are intended to strengthen administrative presence in contested waters through non-military activity.

BMW Cuts Profit Forecast as China Auto Price War and Demand Slowdown Deepen

BMW has lowered its annual earnings outlook, citing intensifying price competition and weakening demand in China’s premium vehicle market. The German automaker says Chinese consumers are increasingly shifting toward domestic electric veh...

China Resumes Gallium Exports to Japan After Months of Supply Restrictions

China has resumed shipments of gallium to Japanese semiconductor material manufacturers after a period of export controls. The move marks a selective easing in restrictions on critical materials used in chip production, following months ...

Shenzhen Secures 2.3 Billion Dollar Funding Package to Stabilise Urban Renewal Projects

Authorities in Shenzhen have arranged 2.3 billion dollars in state-backed financing to support stalled urban redevelopment projects. The funding is aimed at preventing further strain in the city’s property sector and ensuring continuity ...

China Plans Nine Billion Dollar Consumer Stimulus as Retail Sales Continue to Slow

Chinese policymakers are preparing a targeted 9 billion dollar stimulus package to support consumption after several months of weakening retail sales. The measures are designed to boost domestic demand as economic planners seek to stabil...

China Launches Offshore Sovereign Bond Futures in Hong Kong to Advance Yuan Internationalisation

Hong Kong regulators have approved the launch of the first offshore futures contracts linked to Chinese government bonds. The new instruments are intended to provide global investors with additional hedging tools and support the internat...

Tencent Enables AI Agents to Execute Payments Directly Through WeChat Pay

Tencent has introduced a new system allowing artificial intelligence agents to carry out digital transactions via WeChat Pay. The development marks a step toward automated machine-to-machine commerce, integrating AI systems directly into...

China Approves Three Billion Dollar Commercial Real Estate Trust Listings to Ease Property Pressures

Chinese regulators have launched the first batch of commercial property real estate investment trusts, with listings totaling about 3 billion dollars. The new investment vehicles are designed to provide developers with fresh liquidity as...

China Banking Regulator Launches Interbank Data Hub to Strengthen Systemic Risk Monitoring

Financial regulators have introduced a centralised interbank data platform aimed at improving oversight of liquidity flows across the banking system. The system is designed to help authorities identify potential financial risks earlier a...

China Completes First Direct-to-Device Satellite Voice Calls Using Standard Smartphones

A Chinese satellite communications constellation has successfully demonstrated direct voice calls to unmodified mobile phones, achieving stable 5G-level connectivity. The milestone marks progress toward integrating satellite and ground-b...

Yangtze Memory Spins Off Foundry Unit Ahead of Planned IPO

Yangtze Memory Technologies has separated its semiconductor foundry operations as part of preparations for a major domestic initial public offering. The restructuring is seen as a key step in aligning its corporate structure with capital...

China Cuts US Treasury Holdings to 18-Year Low as Gold Accumulation Accelerates

China’s holdings of US government debt have fallen to their lowest level in nearly two decades, according to official data, as the People’s Bank of China continues a 19-month streak of gold purchases. The shift highlights Beijing’s ongoi...

China’s Central Bank Signals Slower Credit Growth as New Long-Term Policy Baseline

The People’s Bank of China has indicated that slower credit expansion is becoming a structural feature of the economy rather than a temporary policy phase. Officials say financial markets must adjust to more restrained lending conditions...

China Exports Jump 19 Percent in May on Strong Demand for EVs and Semiconductor Goods

China’s exports rose sharply last month, driven by robust global demand for electric vehicles, artificial intelligence-related chips and legacy semiconductors. The surge came despite ongoing trade friction and tariffs, underscoring conti...

China Tightens Strategic Mineral Controls With New State Security Review Rules

The State Council has introduced sweeping new regulations covering the extraction and export of critical minerals used in advanced technologies. The framework centralises state security reviews over key supply chains, raising concerns in...

China Issues Yellow Alerts as Severe Rainstorms Threaten Southern Industrial Regions

China’s National Meteorological Center has issued sustained yellow alerts as heavy rainstorms and flooding threaten provinces including Guangdong and Guizhou. Authorities are mobilising emergency response teams to protect industrial outp...

China Financial Regulators Launch National Interbank Data Hub to Track Systemic Risk

The People’s Bank of China and the National Financial Regulatory Administration have launched a centralized data platform to monitor interbank capital flows in real time. The system is intended to improve oversight of leverage and reduce...

World Economic Forum’s “New Champions” Meeting to Focus on AI and Industrial Transition in Dalian

The World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting of the New Champions will gather global executives and policymakers in Dalian to discuss China’s industrial transformation and artificial intelligence adoption. Sessions will focus on green trade...

Hong Kong to Introduce Offshore Chinese Government Bond Futures to Support Renminbi Internationalisation

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing will launch futures contracts linked to Chinese government bonds, offering international investors new hedging tools. The move strengthens Hong Kong’s role as a key offshore hub for managing exposure to m...

China Regulates Food Delivery Platforms to End Aggressive Price Competition and Algorithmic Undercutting

Chinese regulators have ordered major food delivery platforms to stop aggressive price competition practices, including algorithm-driven undercutting. The move reflects growing concern over labour conditions and aims to stabilise the gig...

China Prepares Nine Billion Dollar Consumer Stimulus Plan to Support Weak Retail Demand

Beijing is preparing a targeted fiscal package worth around nine billion dollars to support household consumption, focusing on subsidies for green appliances and electric vehicle trade-ins. The plan is aimed at countering deflationary pr...

European Commission Proposes Supply Chain Diversification Law to Reduce Dependence on China

The European Commission has put forward a new trade and industrial policy instrument aimed at reducing Europe’s reliance on Chinese critical minerals, pharmaceuticals, and legacy semiconductors. The proposal signals a tougher European st...

People’s Bank of China Signals Shift Toward Slower Credit Expansion and Efficiency-Focused Lending

Governor of the People’s Bank of China has warned that slower credit growth is becoming the new normal for the economy, signaling a shift away from debt-driven expansion. Policymakers are now prioritising lending efficiency and quality o...

China Launches First Commercial Real Estate Investment Trusts in Three Billion Dollar Market Debut

China has introduced its first commercial real estate investment trusts in a roughly three billion dollar listing, creating a new mechanism for developers and local governments to unlock value from illiquid property assets. The move come...

Yangtze Memory Technologies Spins Off Foundry Unit Ahead of Major IPO Restructuring

Chinese semiconductor firm Yangtze Memory Technologies has spun off its advanced manufacturing unit as part of a broader restructuring ahead of a major domestic listing. The move is designed to shield its core memory business from potent...

Shenzhen Secures 2.3 Billion Dollar State Financing to Revive Stalled Urban Development Projects

Shenzhen has obtained 2.3 billion dollars in state-backed funding from policy banks to restart delayed residential and commercial construction projects. The intervention targets stalled urban renewal schemes and may serve as a model for ...

Tencent Enables AI Agents to Conduct Autonomous Payments Inside WeChat Ecosystem

Tencent has integrated artificial intelligence agents with WeChat Pay, allowing users’ AI systems to carry out direct purchases within the platform. The development marks a step toward combining large language models with China’s dominan...