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Chinese Carmakers Accelerate European Production Plans to Offset EU Electric Vehicle Tariffs

BYD plans to begin production at its new factory in Hungary later this year, while SAIC Motor is investing more than €200 million in a plant in Spain as Chinese manufacturers increasingly localize production inside Europe to navigate hig...

China Issues New Regulations Governing Autonomous Artificial Intelligence Systems

The Cyberspace Administration of China and other regulators have introduced rules requiring interoperability standards for artificial intelligence systems in sectors such as healthcare and transport while banning algorithms designed to e...

China's Existing Home Prices Continue to Fall as Central Bank Holds Interest Rates Steady

Data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed secondary home prices in major cities including Beijing fell more than 9% in real terms during the first quarter, while the People's Bank of China kept benchmark rates unchanged despite ...

Chinese Military Monitors Dutch Warship in Taiwan Strait Amid Reports of New South China Sea Construction

The People's Liberation Army said it tracked a Dutch naval vessel transiting the Taiwan Strait and accused it of trespassing near the Paracel Islands, as reports emerged of new construction activity around the disputed Scarborough Shoal.

China's Provincial Governments Pursue Renewable Expansion While Preserving Fossil Fuel Output

All 31 provincial-level administrations have committed to expanding renewable energy capacity and peaking carbon emissions before the end of the decade, yet 17 provinces also plan to increase coal and oil production to maintain energy se...

China's Gig Economy Loses Momentum as Blue-Collar Employment Growth Slows

New labour data indicate that the expansion of China's gig economy has cooled, with declining numbers of ride-hailing and trucking drivers suggesting softer domestic demand and increasing saturation in informal logistics sectors.

People's Bank of China Sets Stronger Yuan Fixing to Support Currency Stability

China's central bank fixed the renminbi midpoint at 6.8109 against the US dollar, slightly strengthening the currency as authorities continue to manage depreciation pressures and maintain exchange-rate stability for exporters.

China Punishes Companies for Illegal Exports of Rare Earths and Critical Minerals

Regulators have penalized at least eleven companies, including a subsidiary of JA Solar, for shipping restricted graphite products and critical minerals overseas without licenses, underscoring Beijing's tighter control over strategically...

Chinese Stock Indices Shift Toward Semiconductor and Artificial Intelligence Companies

The Shanghai and Shenzhen stock exchanges have completed a major rebalancing of key benchmark indices, increasing the weighting of domestic chipmakers and artificial intelligence hardware firms and prompting substantial passive investmen...

0China Introduces Outbound Investment Security Rules With Powers to Impose Counter-Sanctions

Premier Li Qiang has signed China's first comprehensive outbound investment security review framework, which takes effect on July 1 and links export controls with overseas investment while authorizing retaliatory measures against governm...

Shanghai Technology Fair Showcases Advances in Humanoid Robotics and Industrial AI

The 12th China International Technology Fair opened in Shanghai with a strong focus on domestic robotics, artificial intelligence integration and supply-chain localization, underscoring efforts to strengthen technological self-reliance i...

China Unveils New Five-Year Human Rights Action Plan Focused on Development Goals

Released at the Forum on Global Human Rights Governance in Beijing, the 2026–2030 National Human Rights Action Plan emphasizes economic, social and cultural rights while highlighting technological development and poverty reduction as cen...

China Tightens Oversight of Overseas Investments in Artificial Intelligence and Critical Technologies

New regulations taking effect on July 1 will incorporate export controls and national security reviews into outbound investment decisions, giving authorities broader powers to scrutinize or unwind deals involving sensitive technologies a...

Xi Jinping Concludes Pyongyang Visit With Pledge to Support North Korean Security Interests

During his first overseas trip of the year, President Xi Jinping reaffirmed support for North Korea's sovereignty and security, a diplomatic message that analysts view as a notable shift from earlier emphasis on denuclearization.

China Credit Growth Misses Expectations as Property Slump Weighs on Household Borrowing

New yuan loans totaled just 520 billion yuan in May, falling well short of analyst forecasts and highlighting persistent weakness in consumer demand as households continue to reduce debt amid the prolonged real estate downturn.

Long March-5 Rocket Launches Advanced Communications Technology Satellite

China successfully launched a communications technology test satellite from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in Hainan, marking another step in the expansion of the country's space and telecommunications capabilities.

Chinese Regulators Investigate J&T Express Over Safety and Service Concerns

Authorities in Liaoning and Guizhou launched formal investigations into courier company J&T Express and issued reprimands over safety shortcomings and service issues, highlighting tighter oversight of China's fiercely competitive logisti...

China Unveils New Human Rights Action Plan Linking Development and Digital Governance

Released at the 2026 Forum on Global Human Rights Governance in Beijing, the new five-year framework ties human rights objectives to economic modernization, environmental protection, social equity and the management of emerging digital r...

Caixin Summit in Hong Kong Highlights Investor Concerns Over Artificial Intelligence Valuations

Speakers at the Caixin Summer Summit urged investors to focus on computing infrastructure and industry-specific applications rather than speculative enthusiasm surrounding generative artificial intelligence, reflecting growing caution ac...

Private Capital Takes Larger Role in Managing China's Expanding Trade Surplus

New balance-of-payments data suggests private companies are increasingly directing the deployment of China's large merchandise trade surplus, reducing reliance on central bank-led recycling of foreign exchange and underscoring the growin...

Chinese AI Platforms Suspend Key Features During National College Entrance Examination

Major artificial intelligence services including Doubao, Qwen and DeepSeek temporarily disabled photo-recognition and essay-assistance functions during China's national college entrance examination, reflecting efforts to prevent cheating...

China Outlines Higher-Value Agricultural Export Strategy in Next Five-Year Development Plan

The Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences unveiled a roadmap for 2026-2030 that prioritizes fresh produce exports, cold-chain logistics and expanded market access across Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership and Belt and Road ma...

China Reports Eighth Straight Monthly Decline in Telecom Fraud Cases

The Ministry of Public Security said telecom fraud incidents have fallen for eight consecutive months following joint enforcement operations in Myanmar and Cambodia that dismantled cross-border criminal networks and led to the extraditio...

China Sanctions Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Over South China Sea Dispute

Beijing imposed sanctions on Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and his immediate family, marking a sharp escalation in tensions as China signaled its opposition to what it described as Manila's increasingly assertive acti...

Property Developers Turn to Semiconductor Investments as Real Estate Market Remains Weak

Several struggling real estate companies have announced investments in semiconductor-related businesses, prompting sharp gains in their share prices and drawing attention to the growing flow of capital toward China’s strategic technology...

China’s High-Tech Exports Strengthen as Weak Consumer Demand Weighs on Broader Economy

Recent economic indicators show strong growth in electronics and metals manufacturing linked to global demand for advanced technologies, while softer consumer spending and weaker traditional sectors continue to weigh on business confidence.

Beijing Launches 257 Billion Yuan Urban Renewal Program to Upgrade Aging Infrastructure

The central government has unveiled a five-year initiative focused on renovating older urban neighborhoods and underground utility networks, with the aim of improving infrastructure quality and supporting investment during a prolonged pr...

Taiwan Weighs Criminal Penalties for Unauthorized Exports of Advanced AI Chips to Mainland China

Taipei is drafting tougher export-control measures that would classify the diversion of advanced semiconductor hardware, including high-end artificial intelligence servers, to mainland China as a criminal offense, reflecting growing pres...

Local Governments Increase Tax Collection Efforts as Fiscal Pressures Mount

Chinese companies have reported more than US$675 million in back taxes, penalties, and related charges this year, highlighting intensified enforcement measures as local authorities seek alternative revenue sources amid declining income f...

Debt Restructuring Helps Ease Pressure on Lower-Tier Local Government Financing Vehicles

Debt-swap programs and support from state-owned banks have reduced leverage among many district-level financing vehicles, although significant volumes of higher-cost legacy debt remain unresolved across parts of the local government sector.

SMIC Wins Approval for Strategic Subsidiary Acquisition to Expand Chipmaking Capacity

Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation has received final regulatory clearance to acquire its subsidiary, a move aimed at consolidating domestic semiconductor assets and reinforcing China’s drive to expand local production...

Huawei Outlines New Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology Amid Export Restrictions

Huawei has unveiled proprietary chip-scaling innovations that it says could help narrow the technology gap with leading global manufacturers, as China intensifies efforts to strengthen domestic semiconductor capabilities despite continui...

People’s Bank of China Extends Gold-Buying Streak to Nineteen Consecutive Months

China’s central bank added 320,000 ounces of gold in May, lifting total holdings to nearly 75 million ounces and continuing a sustained reserve diversification strategy amid heightened geopolitical and financial uncertainty.

China Introduces First Comprehensive Rules Governing Overseas Investments and Acquisitions

Premier Li Qiang has signed new regulations establishing a nationwide framework for reviewing outbound investments and overseas asset transactions, giving authorities greater oversight of deals deemed relevant to national security, indus...

China Begins US$11 Billion Yangtze River Shipping Project to Ease Three Gorges Bottlenecks

Construction has started on a major infrastructure project designed to increase freight capacity along the Yangtze River by bypassing congestion around the Three Gorges Dam, improving efficiency on one of China's most important transport...

Taiwan Weighs Ban on Exports of Advanced AI Processors to Mainland China

Authorities in Taipei are considering new legal measures to criminalize the smuggling of advanced artificial intelligence servers to Mainland China, a move that would further tighten technology controls across the Taiwan Strait and align...

Xiaomi Expands Electric Vehicle Strategy with Planned Extended-Range Model

Xiaomi has submitted regulatory filings for an extended-range electric vehicle, broadening its automotive portfolio after the successful launch of its battery-powered sedans and intensifying competition in China's crowded EV market.

China Releases New Human Rights Action Plan Focused on Development and Environmental Goals

The State Council has unveiled its 2026–2030 Human Rights Action Plan, emphasizing economic development, environmental protection and carbon reduction objectives as central components of its approach to human rights policy.

China Tightens Outbound Investment Rules with New State Council Decree

A new 34-article regulation issued by the State Council establishes stricter oversight of outbound investment, technology transfers, capital movements, and cross-border data flows, reinforcing Beijing's emphasis on national security in o...

Producer Inflation Climbs as Credit Demand Remains Weak in China

China's producer price index rose 3.7% from a year earlier in May, driven by higher raw material costs, while money supply growth slowed, suggesting that monetary easing measures are not yet translating into stronger borrowing across the...

Senior Shanghai Official and Central Bank Figure Face Anti-Corruption Investigation

China's top anti-graft agency has opened investigations into Shanghai Vice Mayor Chen Yujian and a senior official linked to the People's Bank of China, extending an ongoing campaign targeting corruption in government and financial insti...

Changchun Seeks New Electric Vehicle Investment to Revitalize Automotive Industry

Officials in Changchun have unveiled a restructuring plan through 2030 aimed at attracting electric vehicle manufacturers and supporting the transformation of the city's automotive sector, including efforts to strengthen the position of ...

China Launches Nationwide Push for Commercial Adoption of Humanoid Robots

Chinese authorities have directed local governments and state-owned enterprises to deploy humanoid robots across manufacturing, logistics, retail and healthcare sectors by the end of 2026, accelerating efforts to commercialize advanced a...

China, Hong Kong and Indonesia Expand Local Currency Settlement Framework

The People's Bank of China, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority and Bank Indonesia have signed an agreement to facilitate trade and investment settlement using the Indonesian rupiah and offshore renminbi, reducing reliance on the U.S. dolla...

Chinese Export Controls on Indium Phosphide Disrupt Supply Chains for AI Data Center Infrastructure

Delays in obtaining Chinese export licenses for indium phosphide are creating shortages for major U.S. photonics manufacturers, highlighting the growing importance of specialized materials in global artificial intelligence supply chains ...