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Taiwan launches annual war games as pressure from China grows

Taiwan on Wednesday launched its annual "Han Kuang" military exercises. The event, which is the island's largest military drill, is meant to prepare the country for a potential Chinese invasion. China claims Taiwan as part of its territory, and has ramped up military pressure on the island in recent years.

France 24

In Tibet, some embrace their native language even under China's sweeping new 'ethnic unity' law

A 73-year-old retired nurse spoke her native Tibetan all her life but never learned to write it — until now

The Independent UK

US warns China the Indo-Pacific won’t fall under Beijing’s control

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CXMT plans second chip plant in Beijing and is in talks on its funding, sources say

China's largest chipmaker CXMT is planning a new memory-chip plant in Beijing. This facility would be built in the Yizhuang area where another fab already operates. CXMT seeks significant government support for this proposed Beijing expansion project. The company aims to boost production capacity amidst global chip demand. This move…

The Economic Times

Global Market: Hong Kong launches offshore Chinese government bond futures to boost Yuan internationalisation

Hong Kong has launched the world's first offshore Chinese government bond futures, providing global investors with a new tool to hedge interest rate risk and strengthening the international use of the yuan. The move forms part of Beijing's broader efforts to deepen financial integration with Hong Kong and expand cross-border…

The Economic Times

China draws 'red lines' around its economic model ahead of EU, US trade talks

China defends its economic policy favoring advanced industries over domestic consumption. This stance signals increasing confidence ahead of trade talks with Europe and the United States. Western nations view China's approach as mercantilist, pushing cheaper goods globally. China counters these claims, rejecting accusations of protectionism and unfair practices.

The Economic Times

Chinese military researchers tap US AI models to train defence systems

The previously unreported findings offer a rare glimpse into how military and security-linked institutions in China are leveraging cutting-edge U.S. AI models as a shortcut to developing specialised systems of their own, despite Washington's efforts to restrict Beijing's access to advanced chips and other strategic technologies.

The Economic Times

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Indian diaspora in China flags visa, social media concerns at embassy's first Open House in years

Members of the Indian diaspora in China raised concerns over anti-India social media content, fewer work visas and spouse employment restrictions at the Indian Embassy's Open House in Beijing. Ambassador Vikram Doraiswami promised improved consular services, simplified visas and greater cultural outreach.

The Economic Times

China Sent Iran Shoulder-Fired Missiles by Land After Xi Denied It to Trump

China Iran missiles deal: Beijing arranged delivery of up to 400 shoulder-fired air-defense missiles to Iran through a Pakistan land corridor, contradicting Xi Jinping's personal assurance to Trump and exposing the gap the US naval blockade cannot close, as the US and Israel weigh whether to attempt a comprehensive land…

International Business Times

Elon Musk Reportedly Wants SpaceX to Swallow Tesla, But Beijing Fears He Will Hand Over Data on 2 Million Cars

Elon Musk is reportedly weighing a plan to merge SpaceX and Tesla by carving out Tesla's China arm, a move that has unsettled Beijing over potential access to data from two million Chinese drivers.

International Business Times UK

China spent decades moving water across a continent. The world's largest diversion project now serves 185 million people

In 2002, China's State Council formally approved construction of the South-to-North Water Diversion Project, an engineering undertaking designed to move water from the relatively water-rich Yangtze River basin in the south to the chronically dry cities and farmland of northern China, including Beijing. More than two decades later, the project…

The Times of India

Enter the dragon: Delhi Brics meet can stage a historic handshake

Xi Jinping's potential visit to India for the BRICS Summit is generating significant international attention. This meeting would mark a third encounter between Prime Minister Modi and President Xi in under two years. Such high-level engagement suggests a move towards sustained dialogue and stable management of differences. India's strategic autonomy…

The Economic Times

China And The U.S. Are Clashing In The AI Race. Beijing's Military Is Reportedly Using American Models to Train Its Defense Systems

According to a Reuters review of over 80 Chinese academic papers and patents, documents linked to the People's Liberation Army (PLA) reveal widespread use of a technique known as "model distillation."

International Business Times

Time is running out: what trade concessions can the EU win from China?

With an October deadline unlikely to yield major concessions from Beijing given structural and leverage imbalances, EU-China trade tensions look set to keep escalating.

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The Guardian - UK

Could AI take your job? Some workers in China already know the answer

Across the country, workers are fearful about the impact of AI on their livelihoods in an increasingly fragile labour market

The Economic Times

US officials pressed China on rare earths, farm goods commitments, Bessent says

US officials urged China to honor commitments on rare earths and agricultural products. These discussions occurred before a potential meeting between President Trump and President Xi. China's recent trade restrictions were viewed as problematic by the United States. Both sides agreed to use consultation channels to strengthen economic ties. This…

The Independent UK

US bans robot vacuums and ‘quadrupeds’ amid panic over Chinese humanoid robots

Restrictions come amid increasing fear that China could overtake the US in AI growth

The Economic Times

Can China restrain Iran? Gulf states test Beijing's influence

Gulf Arab states are seeking China's economic influence over Iran to secure vital shipping lanes. They are frustrated with Washington's perceived limits of power in the escalating regional conflict. China's role as a major trading partner presents both opportunities and sensitivities for Beijing. Beijing is cautiously engaging in diplomacy to…

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Benzinga

China Is Quietly Building a Space Empire — and a Former Trump Official Warns It Could Threaten US Dominance

While the U.S. and China compete fiercely across multiple sectors, commercial space has been a sector that has seen Washington maintain an edge over Beijing. However, analysts at the Center for Strategic and International Studies warn that China’s commercial space industry boom could change that.

International Business Times UK

Donald Trump Warns China That Arming Iran With Air Defences Will Be 'Very Bad' for Them

US President Trump warns China against supplying air defence systems to Iran, citing potential international friction. Despite assurances from Xi Jinping, Trump remains wary of Beijing's military intentions.

The Independent UK

Distraught family pleads with EU to intervene in Macau’s first national security trial

IN FOCUS: Xi Jinping’s crackdown on dissent has now reached the former Portuguese colony of Macau, where tightened national security laws face their first test in the prosecution of a veteran public servant. Speaking to Alisha Rahaman Sarkar, his family calls on the EU to intervene

The Economic Times

Trump says he'd be 'quite disappointed' if China arms Iran

President Trump stated he would be disappointed if China supplied weapons to Iran. He recalled President Xi Jinping's personal assurances against such arms transfers. Reports indicated Iran might receive Chinese missiles and air defense systems soon. Trump also mentioned similar assurances from Russian President Putin regarding Iran. He trusts these…

Bangkok Post

Pop Mart brings Labubu to the dessert table in global bakery push

Pop Mart, the Beijing-based maker of collectible "blind box" toys including the toothy-grinned Labubu, is diversifying its business by opening its first international bakery in Singapore.

The Independent UK

Macao’s first national security case raises concerns over fairness a year after arrest

Since former Macao pro-democracy lawmaker Au Kam San was arrested under a national security law in July 2025, little about his case has been made known

The Times of India

China’s expanding 'red line': Why Hong Kong’s independent bookstores are under pressure

As a Special Administrative Region of China, Hong Kong has long enjoyed greater autonomy than the mainland, allowing its independent Chinese-language publishing industry to flourish.

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