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China is 'a critical long-term strategic challenge', EU ministers say

EU foreign ministers issued a joint assessment of the risks posed by China, warning that Beijing threatens not only the bloc’s economy but also its security, while highlighting the shared ambition of China and Russia to assert regional dominance.

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Beijing asks Thailand to extradite Chinese journalist

BEIJING - China has asked Thailand to promptly extradite a Chinese journalist who rights groups say could face political persecution ‌and torture back home because of his investigations into corruption in China.

Bangkok Post

China's oil fortress will reshape the global order

China shielded itself from the Iran war's energy shock by cutting crude imports and restricting fuel exports. This move demonstrated its capacity to manage global energy flows independently. The nation's substantial oil stockpiles remain largely untapped, offering future strategic options. China's actions transformed it from a price taker to a…

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China's record consumer defaults undermine Beijing's push to boost spending

Chinese banks are reluctant to increase lending as bad loans rise. The government wants borrowing to boost consumption and economic growth. However, only those with poor credit are seeking new loans. Consumer loan defaults have reached record highs across the nation. This situation challenges Beijing's efforts to stimulate domestic demand.

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China's Xi to outline AI diplomacy vision at key Shanghai forum

President Xi Jinping will present China's ambitious AI governance vision at a Shanghai forum. Huawei will debut its advanced AI computing system, showcasing domestic technological progress. This event serves as a geopolitical stage for China's AI strategy. Beijing aims to promote open-source models as a global alternative. International leaders will…

The Economic Times

China's Xi Jinping to outline AI diplomacy vision at key Shanghai forum

President Xi Jinping will present China's ambitious AI governance vision at a Shanghai forum. Huawei will debut its advanced AI computing cluster, showcasing domestic technological progress. This event marks a key moment for China's global AI influence and competition. Beijing aims to promote open-source AI models as a low-cost global…

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Xi Jinping to outline ‘AI diplomacy’ vision

BEIJING - Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to outline an ambitious vision for China’s ‌role in global AI governance at a forum on Friday, as Huawei showcases its most advanced AI computing cluster yet in a sign of Beijing’s drive to build a domestic alternative to US technology.

Bangkok Post

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Czech Defence Supplier Employee Detained in China Amid Fears of 'Hostage Diplomacy' Over Alleged Spy

A Czech defence supplier employee has been detained in China, raising concerns of 'hostage diplomacy' amid ongoing espionage tensions between Prague and Beijing.

International Business Times UK

Trump weighs releasing classified China intelligence on 2020 U.S. election

The White House is considering releasing intelligence regarding China's election interference capabilities. This sensitive information was collected and analyzed during Trump's first term in office. Some officials worry the intelligence might be misleading and could suggest Chinese influence on past votes. Trump may disclose this information in a speech expected…

The Economic Times

PM urged to strengthen tourism ties with China

With Chinese economic growth at a three-year low in the second quarter, the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) has urged the government to discuss agreements with Beijing to strengthen affordable connectivity and bilateral tourism cooperation during this week's official visit.

Bangkok Post

China's GDP Growth Slows to 4.3% in Second Quarter as Iran War Hits Oil Prices

China's economy grew by 4.3% in Q2 2026, the slowest since 2022, due to the Iran war's impact on oil prices and weak domestic spending, despite a surge in exports.

International Business Times UK

China's Economy Just Posted Its Slowest Growth Since 2022. Experts Say Beijing May Need a Stimulus Push

According to data released Wednesday by China's National Bureau of Statistics, gross domestic product expanded 4.3% between April and June compared with a year earlier.

International Business Times

Former Hungarian foreign minister Szijjártó resigns from parliament to join Chinese carmaker

Péter Szijjártó announced his resignation and details of his new position with the world's largest electric carmaker, China's BYD, on his Facebook page on Wednesday, detailing that he'll be filling an "international executive position".

Euronews

Youlin Chen espionage case: US scientist detained in China for nearly 2 years, wife says no contact for 600 days; group links arrest to US nuclear test detection

Youlin Chen detained in China: A China-born American Youlin Chen, a seismologist, has been detained in China for almost two years. His family has now spoken publicly, hoping for his release and well-being. The espionage case gained attention after President Trump raised it with President Xi. According to an advocacy…

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China’s economy grows at 4.3%, one of its lowest rates on record

Worse-than-expected figures for three months to June come amid concerns over lopsided economy

The Economic Times

US-China tech rivalry explained: Why the AI and chip war matters

The US and China are engaged in a significant technology competition. Artificial intelligence and semiconductor chips are central to this ongoing rivalry. Export controls are intensifying the AI chip war between these nations. Global supply chains are being reshaped by this intense technological race. Other countries face opportunities and challenges…

The Guardian - UK

China’s graduate glut: millions enter a job market with little use for them

Record numbers find there is little demand for their skills, as entry-level tech roles are hit by AI and automation

The Economic Times

China lodges protest as Japan joins 13 nations backing South China Sea ruling

China lodged a formal protest after Japan reaffirmed a 2016 ruling. Fourteen countries, including Japan, supported the tribunal's decision on maritime claims. Beijing accused Japan of interfering and undermining regional stability. China maintains its sovereignty over the South China Sea waters. The ruling rejected China's expansive claims under the nine-dash…

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China summons Japan envoy over South China Sea row

China asserts its control over the South China Sea waters. Thirteen nations and Japan reaffirmed a 2016 ruling against China's claims. Beijing summoned Japan's envoy, accusing Tokyo of regional instability. The ruling declared China's expansive claims legally baseless under international law. Nations urged peaceful dispute resolution and adherence to international…

The Times of India

China cries foul after 14 nations, including Japan, reject Beijing's South China Sea claims

Accusing Japan of interfering in regional affairs and undermining peace and stability, China insisted that its sovereignty over the disputed waters has "never changed" despite the 2016 tribunal ruling. The diplomatic row erupted after Japan, along with the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, the Philippines and nine other countries,…

International Business Times UK

'Bully Manila, Not Moscow': PH Digital Newspaper Jibes China About Lost Russian Territory in Batanes Row

A Philippine newspaper used satire to counter China's claim over Batanes, invoking Vladivostok to highlight Beijing's selective historical claims, amid escalating diplomatic tensions.

The Economic Times

Chinese geologists question safety of Brahmaputra Mega-Dam in Tibet being built over active seismic fault line

In a startling revelation, geologists from China have identified an active fault line beneath the Brahmaputra hydropower project, prompting concerns over the dam’s stability and adjoining infrastructures. This finding challenges previous reassurances from Beijing about the project's safety features. The construction, which commenced last July amid known seismic threats, has…

The Times of India

China rejects US-led backing for South China Sea ruling, calls tribunal award 'illegal'

China rejected renewed international support for a 2016 tribunal ruling. The ruling declared China's expansive South China Sea claims legally baseless. China insists the award is null and void and has no binding force. Fourteen nations reaffirmed the ruling's finality and commitment to a rules-based Indo-Pacific. Beijing also objected to…

The Times of India

2016 ruling on South China Sea remains pivotal as 14 nations voice support, China's rejection persists

Fourteen nations marked the ninth anniversary of a ruling rejecting China's South China Sea claims. Beijing dismissed the legally binding 2016 arbitration decision as null and void. The joint statement opposed destabilizing actions and harassment at sea. China's foreign ministry criticized the tribunal's findings and its own rights. Tensions rise…

The Times of India

'No legal basis': US, EU and 13 nations reject Beijing's South China Sea claims

Fourteen countries, led by the United States, on Sunday reaffirmed that China's expansive claims in the South China Sea have no legal basis under international law, marking the 10th anniversary of a landmark arbitration ruling that Beijing continues to reject.

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