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Business Brief (June 8): China Approves Five-Year Employment Plan

Dreame reportedly under government inspection, ByteDance says it has no plans to manufacture cars

Caixin Global · Jun 8

Stock Index Futures Climb as Tech Stocks Rebound, U.S. Inflation Data and SpaceX IPO Awaited

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are up +0.71%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +1.40% this morning, signaling a rebound from Friday’s selloff on Wall Street as investors stepped in to buy the dip in technology stocks even as tensions in the Middle East pushed oil…

Barchart · Jun 8

India, China should stick to 'right strategic perception' of being cooperative partners, not rivals: Beijing

China urges India to view them as cooperative partners, not rivals, emphasizing mutual development and opportunities. Beijing supports dialogue between India and Pakistan to resolve differences. Meanwhile, Russia's President Putin highlighted his nation's strong, independent ties with both India and China, stressing that Moscow's relationships with each do not negatively…

The Economic Times · Jun 8

Call for XJTLU's 6th MEGA International Creative Media Festival

SUZHOU, China, June 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Media, Exhibition, Graphics, and Arts (MEGA) International Creative Media Festival, hosted by Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU), invites filmmakers, students, creators, and industry professionals to submit their works until 30 June 2026.Organised by XJTLU's Academy of Film and Creative Technology (AFCT), this year's…

AAP · Jun 8

Textile stocks to rally? Emkay sees sector at inflection point to regain lost glory, initiates 'Buy' call on 3 stocks

India’s textile sector is nearing an inflection point and could regain lost global market share, according to Emkay Global. The brokerage initiated coverage with ‘Buy’ ratings on Arvind, Nitin Spinners and Sanathan Textiles, citing FTAs, tariff advantages over China, a strong domestic market and growing opportunities in technical textiles.

The Economic Times · Jun 8

Newsletter: The EU’s battle of wills

With two major elections taking place on the EU's periphery over the weekend, many have viewed them as a bellwether for future Russian intimidation efforts.

Euronews · Jun 8

Rare visit: China's Xi Jinping meets North Korea's Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang

Chinese President Xi Jinping began a state visit to North Korea, meeting with leader Kim Jong Un to strengthen strategic ties. Xi emphasized their "unbreakable and enduring" friendship and commitment to regional peace. The visit occurs amid heightened tensions and North Korea's non-negotiable stance on its nuclear program.

The Times of India · Jun 8

Oil market calm masks a host of unknowns

Global oil markets are experiencing an unusual calm despite a major supply shock. The Strait of Hormuz remains largely shut, impacting significant global supply. However, prices have retreated from highs. Uncertainties about global inventories, China's demand, and the true state of consumption create a precarious situation. Experts are operating with…

The Economic Times · Jun 8

China's Xi hails 'new start' in North Korea ties ahead of summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting North Korea to strengthen ties. This visit occurs as North Korea increases trade and military cooperation with Russia. China aims to foster strategic cooperation and socialism. North Korea has showcased its military strength ahead of the summit. This marks Xi's first international trip this…

The Economic Times · Jun 8

China's Xi lands in North Korea for rare visit

SEOUL - China's President Xi Jinping hailed an "invincible friendship" with Pyongyang as he arrived in North Korea Monday, his first trip abroad this year after hosting back-to-back summits in Beijing.

Bangkok Post · Jun 8