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EU leaders back stronger trade defences amid Chinese export surge

EU leaders agreed on Thursday to strengthen trade defences against a Chinese exports surge that Brussels views as a threat to European industry, while maintaining “constructive dialogue” with Beijing. The move reflects growing concern over the EU’s dependence on China, as the bloc’s goods trade deficit reached about 360 billion…

France 24

Chinese-British nationals jailed after being convicted of spying on exiled Hong Kong dissidents

The sweeping National Security Law, which severely curtailed freedoms in Hong Kong, contributed to years of strained ties between Beijing and London.

Euronews

How China’s ‘red lines’ are quietly shaping global news reporting

In late 2013, Bloomberg’s then editor-in-chief, Matthew Winkler, spiked an investigation into the hidden wealth of China’s elite. Publishing it, he warned reporters on a call, would “wipe out everything we have tried to build.”

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Taiwan presses Washington for billions in weapons as China tensions grow

Taiwan’s top diplomat in the United States has issued an urgent plea for American weaponry, asserting the island’s critical need for self-defense capabilities against an escalating threat from Beijing.

The Independent UK

Global artists gather in China's 'millennium porcelain capital'

BEIJING, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily： Located in the northeast of Jiangxi province in east China, Jingdezhen is renowned both in China and abroad for its porcelain and is widely known as the "millennium porcelain capital." In January 2025, Jingdezhen's handmade porcelain industry heritage sites…

AAP

'Catastrophic capitulation': Why US and Israel are the biggest losers in Iran deal

PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, June 18: An Israeli paper slams the US's deal with Iran as a "catastrophic capitulation". While Trump sees the US as the big winner, the press says Iran's chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz shows that it has set a new status quo. Also, EU leaders…

France 24

Livable Changzhou emerges as magnet for global investment, talent

BEIJING, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily: Nestled at the heart of the Yangtze River Delta, Changzhou, east China's Jiangsu province, is a city where rich cultural heritage meets modern vitality. Leveraging its comprehensive industrial ecosystem, high-quality business services, and inclusive urban environment, Changzhou has steadily…

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DeepSeek was set to be added to US Entity List for supporting China’s military and intelligence operations, report claims — White House holds off to avoid escalating tensions with China

DeepSeek and CXMT, which have both been tagged as supporting Chinese military and intelligence operations, are set to be added to the U.S.'s Entity List. However, the White House hasn't included them yet in order to avoid escalating trade tensions with Beijing.

Tom’s Hardware

China Shock 2.0: Surging Chinese exports threaten Europe's economy, raising concern at G7 summit

For eight years, the United States has waged economic war on China, slapping big taxes on Chinese products before they enter America

AAP

China condemns new Taiwan intelligence tip website, vows ‘resolute countermeasures’

Beijing has reacted sharply to Taiwan's latest intelligence initiative designed for Chinese nationals, warning of 'strong counteractions' and charging Taipei with provoking further strains across the Strait. The website, introduced by Taiwan's National Security Bureau, is intended as a secure means of communication, reflecting increasing frustration among the Chinese populace…

The Times of India

U.S. held back blacklisting DeepSeek, over 100 Chinese firms despite security concerns, sources say

America has delayed adding over 100 Chinese firms, including AI startup DeepSeek and chipmaker CXMT, to a trade blacklist. These companies were flagged for national security risks. The US aims to prevent further escalation of tensions with Beijing.

The Economic Times

Are the EU and China heading for a trade war?

Europe's trade gap with China is widening. This is leading to protective measures on items like electric vehicles and e-commerce. Leaders are meeting to discuss the growing trade conflict. Beijing wants dialogue but warns of retaliation. The risk of a trade war is real, though both sides have reasons to…

The Economic Times

Ousted DHS secretary Kristi Noem claims China has a ‘thousand-year plan to destroy the United States’

Kristi Noem says the US has received intelligence suggesting that Beijing-backed networks have been helping Chinese nationals into the country

The Independent UK

Global Times: Jingpo festival song carries ethnic heritage to world

BEIJING, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A vibrant, rhythm-driven melody steeped in ethnic charm has recently taken the internet by storm. Known as "Munao Zongge," the song, paired with scenes of the Jingpo people, one of the ethnic groups in Southwest China's Yunnan Province, dancing in elaborate costumes adorned with…

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Global Times: China-Greece civilizational dialogue sets model for mutual exchanges

BEIJING, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Second World Conference of Classics opened in Athens, Greece on local time Tuesday, with discussions focused on issues related to classical civilizations and promoting academic exchanges and consensus-building in global classical studies, the Xinhua News Agency reported. A gathering of over 200 scholars,…

The Economic Times

Nepal seeks reset with China as Foreign Minister Khanal holds wide-ranging talks in Beijing

Nepal's Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal had a meeting with China's Wang Yi in Beijing. They talked about how the two countries get along, improving connections, and boosting trade. Nepal reaffirmed its support for the one-China policy, while China showed interest in furthering Belt and Road Initiative projects.

AAP

Global Times: What can Chinese football learn from AI-powered World Cup?

BEIJING, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The expanded 48-team World Cup kicked off on Thursday. For fans worldwide, the central question remains unchanged: Who will lift the trophy? Alongside the pre-tournament artificial intelligence (AI)-generated predictions about the ultimate winners, football is quietly undergoing another transformation brought on by AI. Across…

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Global Times: From Beijing to Athens, touching the warmth of civilizations

BEIJING, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Reading the news about the just concluded Second World Conference of Classics in Athens reminds me of my touching experience in Athens three years ago.On that sunny afternoon, I found myself nearly lost near the entrance of the Center for Mutual Learning of Civilizations…

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The Economic Times

Nepal's foreign minister visits China after calling on regional rival India

Nepal's Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal met China's top diplomat following a recent visit to India, presenting a challenge for Beijing's regional diplomacy. Analysts suggest Nepal's ties with India offer leverage, forcing China to prove its value amidst stalled infrastructure projects and corruption concerns surrounding Chinese-funded initiatives.

Bangkok Post

China embraces Myanmar's president as former junta chief seeks legitimacy

Myitsone Dam project and key Chinese investments expected to feature in talks, analysts say, as recent arrest of US scholar Min Zin in China adds to diplomatic backdrop

The Independent UK

China Shock 2.0: Surging Chinese exports threaten Europe's economy, raising concern at G7 summit

For eight years, the United States has waged economic war on China, slapping big taxes on Chinese products before they enter America

The Economic Times

After Iran, China has a powerful new oil price weapon

China has emerged as the world's first oil "swing importer," significantly reducing its imports by a third to an eight-year low. This move, driven by necessity during the Iran conflict, demonstrates Beijing's ability to stabilize global oil prices and mitigate geopolitical risks, a stark contrast to historical demand patterns.

AAP

Hong Kong seeks input on its first 5-year plan in an echo of mainland China's playbook

Hong Kong has launched a public consultation for its first five-year plan in a politically symbolic step that brings it closer to mainland China's development approach

InsideEVs

The Xiaomi SU7 Made Me Understand How Xiaomi Conquered China

The updated SU7 Sedan is great, and the way it got here should strike fear in the hearts of every global auto manufacturer.

Barchart

Beijing Rebukes Alibaba and JD.com Over Misleading Discount Practices. How to Play Leading Chinese Stocks Here.

Chinese regulators publicly rebuked Alibaba Group and JD.com for misleading discount practices and overstated subsidies during the 618 shopping festival, accusing the platforms of showing inflated savings to consumers.

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