Beijing Post

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

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...

China Prioritizes Science, Technology and Talent Development to Support Innovation Goals

Chinese leaders continue emphasizing scientific research, advanced technology development and high-level talent attraction as key drivers of future competitiveness. Artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing and other emerging indus...

Advanced Manufacturing Remains Central to China's Industrial Upgrade Strategy

Artificial intelligence, robotics, semiconductors and high-end manufacturing continue receiving policy and business investment as China seeks to move toward more technology-intensive industries. These sectors are becoming increasingly im...

China Uses Shanghai AI Conference to Advance Ambitions in Artificial Intelligence Leadership

Chinese leaders highlighted artificial intelligence as a national priority at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, emphasizing technological innovation, international cooperation and China's role in shaping emerging ...

Chinese Technology Firms Intensify Competition in Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Hardware

Competition among China's leading technology companies is expanding into artificial intelligence, intellectual property and advanced hardware development. Continued investment in research and development is reshaping the domestic technol...

Shanghai Strengthens Role as China's Artificial Intelligence Innovation Center

The World Artificial Intelligence Conference reinforced Shanghai's position as a leading hub for China's AI development, bringing together government officials, technology companies and researchers. The event showcased progress in founda...

People's Bank of China Balances Economic Support With Financial Stability Goals

The People's Bank of China continues to focus on supporting economic activity while managing liquidity conditions and financial risks. Policymakers are monitoring domestic demand, market confidence and broader economic pressures as they ...

Chinese Memory Chip Companies Accelerate Expansion as AI Demand Drives Semiconductor Investment

China's memory chip manufacturers are advancing expansion plans and exploring new capital market opportunities as demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure increases. The investment push supports Beijing's broader effort to stren...

China's Artificial Intelligence Hardware Exports Gain Momentum as Global Demand Supports Trade

Strong overseas demand for semiconductors, electronics and electric vehicles continues to support China's export performance despite domestic economic challenges. Artificial intelligence-related hardware has become an increasingly import...

China Introduces New Employment Protections for Workers Beyond Retirement Age

A new national framework governing the employment of people who have reached the statutory retirement age took effect in July, strengthening legal protections covering pay, workplace safety, work injury insurance and dispute resolution. ...

High-Tech Manufacturing Continues to Outpace China's Traditional Industrial Growth

Official data showed value-added output from equipment manufacturing rose 9.3 percent and high-tech manufacturing increased 13.3 percent in the first half of the year. Production of three-dimensional printing equipment, lithium-ion batte...

China's Foreign Trade Rises 16.9 Percent on Strong Manufacturing and Hardware Demand

The General Administration of Customs reported that China's goods trade climbed 16.9 percent year on year to 25.47 trillion yuan during the first half of 2026. Imports increased 22.1 percent while exports rose 13.4 percent, reflecting st...

China Launches Global Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Plan and New International AI Organization

At the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, China unveiled an eight-point action plan to expand international cooperation on artificial intelligence and announced the establishment of the Shanghai-based World Artifi...

China Reports 4.7 Percent First-Half Economic Growth as High-Tech Manufacturing Gains Momentum

China's economy expanded 4.7 percent year on year to 69.57 trillion yuan in the first half of 2026, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. Policymakers said strong growth in high-tech and equipment manufacturing helped offset br...

China Raises Retail Fuel Prices as Middle East Tensions Lift Global Oil Costs

The National Development and Reform Commission said retail gasoline and diesel prices will increase from July 18 after renewed tensions in the Middle East pushed international crude oil prices higher. Authorities instructed major state-o...

Britain Nationalises British Steel to Protect Scunthorpe Production and Strategic Supply

The government has become British Steel’s sole shareholder after concluding that the loss-making company could otherwise fail, threatening thousands of jobs, essential infrastructure and Britain’s remaining capacity to manufacture primar...

Middle East Conflict Raises Risks for China's Energy Security and Trade

Escalating tensions in the Middle East have pushed oil prices higher and increased uncertainty for global shipping routes, developments that could affect China's energy imports and export-dependent economy if disruptions continue.

Apple's Use of Chinese Memory Chips Highlights Rising Role of Domestic Semiconductor Suppliers

Apple's increased reliance on memory chips from Changxin Memory Technologies underscores the growing importance of China's domestic semiconductor industry as global demand extends beyond the most advanced artificial intelligence processors.

Xi Jinping Opens World Artificial Intelligence Conference With Focus on Global AI Governance

President Xi Jinping is expected to present China's vision for international artificial intelligence governance at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, highlighting Beijing's ambition to shape global AI standards whi...

Global Technology Sell-Off Weighs on Asian Semiconductor Stocks

Technology shares across Asia declined sharply as investors reassessed the long-term returns from heavy spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure, triggering broad losses among chipmakers throughout the region.

Artificial Intelligence Demand Tightens Memory Chip Supply for China's Smartphone Industry

Chinese smartphone manufacturers are facing increasing pressure as global memory producers prioritize supplies for artificial intelligence data centers, reducing availability for consumer electronics production.

Attention Turns to China's Mid-Year Economic Policy Meeting

Markets and businesses are closely watching the upcoming Communist Party Politburo meeting, where senior leaders are expected to review economic conditions and set policy priorities for the second half of the year amid uneven domestic gr...

Artificial Intelligence-Driven Exports Continue to Support China's Economy

Strong overseas demand for semiconductors, computing equipment, and automobiles continues to bolster China's exports, even as policymakers work to revive domestic consumption and investment beyond export-oriented industries.

Chinese Technology Companies Showcase Homegrown AI Computing Ecosystem in Shanghai

Leading Chinese technology firms are unveiling new artificial intelligence systems built on domestic hardware at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference, underscoring continued efforts to strengthen China's semiconductor supply chai...

China Unveils Global Artificial Intelligence Strategy at Shanghai World AI Conference

Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to present a broad vision for international artificial intelligence governance at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, highlighting China's push to shape global AI standards, ...

Advanced Manufacturing Continues to Anchor China's Economic Outlook

Recent economic data indicate that advanced manufacturing, high-technology exports and investment in artificial intelligence remain key sources of support for China's economy, even as policymakers continue to navigate subdued domestic co...

Shanghai AI Conference Highlights China's Next Stage of Industrial Innovation

The World Artificial Intelligence Conference is showcasing China's latest advances in foundation models, computing infrastructure, robotics and industrial artificial intelligence, as domestic companies accelerate the commercialization of...

China's Semiconductor Production Continues to Rise as Technology Self-Reliance Advances

Integrated circuit production expanded further during the first half of the year, reflecting sustained investment in semiconductor manufacturing and reinforcing Beijing's long-term strategy to strengthen domestic technology supply chains...

Artificial Intelligence Exports Strengthen China's Trade as Domestic Demand Remains Uneven

Strong overseas demand for artificial intelligence-related semiconductors, electronics and automobiles continues to support China's export performance, helping offset softer domestic consumption and ongoing weakness in the property secto...

Hong Kong Strengthens Its Role in Global Artificial Intelligence Supply Chains

Growing international demand for artificial intelligence hardware continues to reinforce Hong Kong's position as a commercial and financial gateway supporting technology trade with mainland China, contributing to stronger export expectat...

China Elevates Artificial Intelligence Governance as a Diplomatic Priority

Alongside rapid technological development, Beijing is increasingly positioning artificial intelligence governance as an area for international cooperation, seeking a greater role in shaping emerging global rules while expanding partnersh...

High-Tech Manufacturing Continues to Lead China's Industrial Expansion

Recent manufacturing indicators point to continued growth driven by artificial intelligence, semiconductor production and advanced manufacturing exports, while policymakers remain focused on addressing weaker household demand and persist...

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...