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Philippines frees Chinese steel plant workers from detention

BEIJING — Sixty-four Chinese citizens detained ‌in the Philippines have been released after the Philippine justice department ruled there was insufficient evidence for the allegations ⁠they faced, China's embassy in the Southeast Asian country said.

EU to discuss potential restrictions on Chinese imports amid fears of overreliance

EU to discuss potential restrictions on Chinese imports amid fears of overreliance

Concerns among leaders in bloc that surge in imports could lead to decline similar to that of US rust belt towns

The Guardian - UK

China says EU using trade data selectively to justify import curbs, warns of response

China says EU using trade data selectively to justify import curbs, warns of response

China has voiced strong objections to the EU's application of trade data, suggesting a skewed portrayal. While the European Union weighs potential import quotas and tariffs aimed at shielding its industries from Chinese rivalry, China has countered that trade relies on mutual consent.

The Economic Times

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Conflict over Taiwan could risk US-China nuclear crisis, major study warns

Assessment by International Institute for Strategic Studies warns world is on cusp of new nuclear arms race

The Independent UK

China shock 2.0: Beijing targets German industry as Berlin looks on

A new study finds that Germany’s weak growth is not just home-made. Economists warn of a “China shock 2.0”, yet the federal government is slow to respond.

4th CISCE Showcases Innovation Driving Global Supply Chains

BEIJING, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 4th China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) will take place in Beijing from June 22 to 26. Li Xingqian, Vice Chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), said innovation remains a central focus of the expo. This year's…

US-China conflict over Taiwan risks a nuclear escalation, study finds

A new report from the International Institute for Strategic Studies warns that Asia is at the center of escalating nuclear rivalries, with a U.S.-China conflict over Taiwan risking nuclear escalation. The assessment highlights a lack of "guard rails" between the two superpowers, increasing the danger of unchecked conflict and a…

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India, China hold 35th WMCC talks in Beijing, discuss border management and bilateral ties

India, China hold 35th WMCC talks in Beijing, discuss border management and bilateral ties

India and China convened their 35th border talks in Beijing. Both nations expressed satisfaction with the peace maintained along their shared frontier. Discussions focused on border management and cooperation. The meeting paves the way for gradual normalization of bilateral relations. Further diplomatic and military exchanges are planned. Preparations are underway…

The Economic Times

Global Times: 'Five reinvigorations' forge consensus on defending multilateralism

BEIJING, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As the rotating president of the United Nations Security Council for May, China initiated a high-level meeting themed "Upholding the Purposes and Principles of the UN Charter and Strengthening the UN-Centred International System" on Monday local time. Representatives from more than 100 countries, including…

Luxury French retailer Galeries Lafayette shuts Beijing flagship store

Luxury French retailer Galeries Lafayette shuts Beijing flagship store

France’s iconic Galeries Lafayette closed its flagship Beijing department store on Wednesday after 13 years in the Chinese capital – citing weaker spending, changing shopping habits and a slowdown in the luxury sector. Its stores in Shanghai, Shenzhen and Macau will remain open.

Radio France Internationale

Mediation, debt and disorder: Can Pakistan keep balancing China, America and its own crises?

Mediation, debt and disorder: Can Pakistan keep balancing China, America and its own crises?

Pakistan has always believed that geography can compensate for weakness. It sits at the intersection of South Asia, Central Asia and the Middle East, possesses nuclear weapons, maintains relationships with superpowers who have shared cold ties, and has spent decades convincing bigger powers that it is too strategically important to…

The Times of India

Global Times: Chinese medical teams in Solomon Islands turn health aid into lasting capacity, bringing treatment closer to patients in remote communities

BEIJING, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- After a tropical cyclone swept through the Western Province of Solomon Islands, traces of the disaster were still visible along the coast of Rarumana community. Trees had been brought down, and seaweed farms were damaged. For this remote community in the South Pacific, separated…

China asks Quad to stop meddling in maritime affairs in its neighbourhood

China asks Quad to stop meddling in maritime affairs in its neighbourhood

China has strongly reacted to a Quad Ministerial meeting. The meeting expressed serious concerns over the East and South China Sea situations. China stated that the situation in these seas is generally stable. Beijing urged certain countries to stop interfering in its neighborhood maritime affairs. China opposes exclusive groupings and…

The Economic Times

iQIYI's AI Platform Nadou Pro Surpasses 10,000 Creators, Unveils Advanced Feature Updates and Global Expansion

BEIJING, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 26th, iQIYI, China's leading online entertainment platform, announced that Nadou Pro, its AI platform built for professional film and television production, has onboarded more than 10,000 active creators in under one month since opening for commercial use on April 20. In the…

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French luxury retailer Galeries Lafayette shuts Beijing store 13 years after opening

The French group has made it clear that it is not leaving the Chinese capital for good, as it now plans to focus on brands and products better aligned with the new expectations of Chinese consumers.

My Academic Story with China | Gary Sigley：The strength of China's approach lies in enabling communication among all different civilizations around the world

BEIJING, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from Global Times: 【Gary Sigley, former director of the Confucius Institute at the University of Western Australia, professor of the Australian Studies Center, Beijing Foreign Studies University】China is the origin of tea and the origin of tea culture. I would say…

The Economic Times

China expands travel curbs to top AI talent at private firms

China is now restricting top AI professionals in private companies from traveling abroad. This move aims to protect its advanced technology and boost its standing against the United States. Individuals deemed strategically important need government approval for overseas trips. This policy targets talent in the AI sector, including startup founders…

French luxury store Galeries Lafayette shuts Beijing flagship branch after 13 years

French luxury retailer Galeries Lafayette closed its flagship Beijing store on Wednesday after 13 years, underscoring weak consumer spending and changing shopping habits in China. Shoppers snapped up final bargains as staff cleared unsold goods and dismantled displays at the six-floor department store before its indefinite closure.

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The Guardian - AU

‘Makes no sense’: experts doubt pause in US arms sale to Taiwan is due to Iran war

While approval is due soon for $14bn deal, actual deliveries to Taiwan are years away – making ‘Operation Epic Fury’ in the Gulf an unlikely cause

Why Has Trump Stopped Selling Weapons to Taiwan?

The administration is avoiding conflict with China to focus on war in the Middle East. Taiwan’s democracy hangs in the balance.

The Economic Times

Has China eaten Europe's lunch? A Brussels-Beijing battle is brewing

Europe is adopting a tougher stance against China's industrial practices. A new strategy aims to protect European industries from unfair competition and overcapacity. Several EU nations are pushing for stronger trade measures. This shift reflects a growing fear of deindustrialization and a desire for strategic autonomy. The EU is increasingly…

Tom’s Hardware

Chinese AI experts in private firms now required to secure approval before international travel — Beijing enforces policy to secure top-tier talent, expands measures beyond government

The Chinese government has imposed travel restrictions on key AI experts, requiring them to secure an approval before they can leave the country. Beijing is reportedly doing this to secure talent, which it now considers as a strategic resource, as it competes with the U.S. to gain supremacy in artificial…

Global Times: China's development is an opportunity for the world: Tsinghua professor on 15th Five-Year Plan's global significance

BEIJING, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- 2026 marks the opening year of China's 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-30). The outline of the Plan sets out the following development goals for the coming five years: significant achievements in high-quality development, substantial improvements in scientific and technological self-reliance and strength, fresh breakthroughs…

Germany resists EU members' push for a tougher stance on China

German Trade Minister Katherina Reiche is in Beijing this week seeking to strengthen industrial ties with China, even as several EU member states push Brussels to take a tougher line against the Asian giant over overcapacities.

Xizang marks 75th anniversary of peaceful liberation; experts gather in Lhasa to review regional development

BEIJING, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Xizang Autonomous Region (XAR) in Southwest China celebrated the 75th anniversary of its peaceful liberation on Saturday, with scholars and experts gathering in Lhasa for an international symposium to discuss the historic significance of the peaceful liberation and the region's remarkable transformation over the…

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