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France powers ahead in AI development, with more funding, public service tools

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu announced on Tuesday a further investment of €655 million to accelerate the development of artificial intelligence as well as an AI programme for public service employees. France is keen to build strategic autonomy in the face of competition from China and the United States.

Radio France Internationale

Vivo’s next Samsung Galaxy Z Fold rival just revealed its biggest strengths

Vivo's X Fold 6 packs flagship cameras and a brighter display into a foldable, but its China-first launch means many users could miss out.

Android Central

Jointly Embarking on New Journey of 15th Five-Year Plan: Open, Cooperative, Win-Win Future

QINGDAO, China, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from IQingDao. The 7th Qingdao Multinationals Summit, co-hosted by the Shandong Provincial People's Government and the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China, was successfully held from June 15 to 17. Under the theme "Multinationals and China: Advancing with…

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Stock Index Futures Muted After Three-Day Rally, FOMC Meeting in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are down -0.01%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +0.01% this morning, taking a breather after a three-day rally, while investors turn their attention to the first Federal Reserve meeting under Kevin Warsh.

Barchart

6.3-magnitude earthquake strikes Qinghai province in Northwest China, aftershocks follow

A powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake jolted Qinghai Province's Haixi Prefecture on Tuesday evening. While no immediate damage or casualties were reported, authorities are actively assessing the impact in the high-altitude, sparsely populated area. Multiple aftershocks, including one around magnitude 5, have been recorded, and emergency teams are on alert as seismic…

The Times of India

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.

The Economic Times

Watch: This sweeper operates at 80km/h on China roads; video goes viral

A high-speed road-cleaning machine in China has gone viral for its impressive efficiency and futuristic design, clearing debris at up to 80 km/h with minimal traffic disruption. This innovation highlights China's expanding use of robotics beyond industrial settings, with a new household robot also demonstrated performing domestic chores.

The Times of India

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US military to build war-ready stockpile in Australia: documents

The US military is planning a permanent war-ready stockpile of weapons for its Marine Corps on Australia's southeast coast, tender documents show and officials confirmed to AFP. Documents published by the US Navy this month show plans for $30 million allocated to build warehouses and offices in southeastern Victoria state…

The Economic Times

Zoomlion Kicks Off Second Employee Football League as Global Football Fever Builds

CHANGSHA, China, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. ("Zoomlion") recently opened its second employee football league near the company's headquarters in Changsha, bringing together employees from across its subsidiaries and functions as global excitement for football continues to build. Held under the theme…

AAP

China signs up 26 financial institutions to digital yuan cross-border payment platform

The agreement will allow participants to join the Cross-border e-CNY Transfer Services, or CBETS, an integrated cross-border settlement platform that supports round-the-clock digital payment links with foreign central banks and overseas financial institutions.

The Economic Times

Australia's mining giants eye India, SE Asia for growth

Mining giants BHP and Rio Tinto say new ‌steel demand in India and Southeast Asia will offset stagnation in China.

AAP

Philippines volcanic eruption may have led to collapse of China’s Ming Dynasty

Eruptions can be ‘stress multipliers’ of any existing civic unrest, researchers warn

The Independent UK

Iron ore miners highlight India, Asean as they look for growth after China

SINGAPORE — Australia's iron ore miners emphasised on Tuesday how growing steel demand in India and Southeast Asia would help offset the stagnating ‌market in top customer China, where they also face pressure from the state-owned buyer to lower prices and offer better terms.

Bangkok Post

Vietnam's economy is one of the fastest-growing in the world. Can it make the leap into the ranks of middle-income countries?

Hanoi wants to grow the economy by 10% annually by the end of the decade--but does Vietnam have enough capital, labor, and infrastructure to meet these ambitions?

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Bangkok Post

Chinese human trafficking gangster arrested in Bangkok

Police arrested a Chinese national, an alleged leader of a human trafficking syndicate, at a hotel in Bangkok’s Din Daeng district on Tuesday.

The Economic Times

World's top miners BHP, Rio Tinto see India emerging as steel's next growth frontier beyond China

Global mining giants BHP and Rio Tinto are focusing on India for future steel demand. India's rapid urbanisation and infrastructure projects are driving growth. This expansion is expected to offset slowing demand from China. Both companies are well-positioned to support India's ambitious steel production targets. The Global South, particularly India,…

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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…

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.

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EV prices in UK and EU not likely to dive due to Chinese rivalry, says Xpeng boss

Brian Gu says he sees Chinese car firms competing on quality rather than launching price war as at home

Euronews

‘AI is the key to global power status’: Inside China's race to militarise artificial intelligence

The true extent of China's military AI remains unclear, despite public displays of autonomous drones, AI-powered naval weapons and "robot dogs," experts told Euronews.

The Economic Times

Global Markets: Chinese government bonds gain global appeal as investors seek diversification amid market volatility

Chinese government bonds are attracting growing interest from global investors as rising geopolitical tensions, particularly the Iran conflict, fuel volatility in global fixed-income markets. Unlike sovereign bond yields in the US, Europe, Britain and Japan, which have climbed sharply since March, Chinese government bond yields have fallen, underscoring their relative…

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

China's May retail sales fall for first time in over three years

China's economy shows a worrying split in May. While factories are humming with strong exports, consumer spending took a hit, with retail sales falling for the first time in over three years. Investment also slumped, deepening concerns about domestic demand. Experts anticipate policy adjustments to boost consumption.

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.

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