The Latest Breaking News from China

China's factory activity slows in May

China's factory activity slowed in May, indicating the manufacturing ​sector is under pressure ⁠from weak ​domestic demand and higher ​production costs.

AAP · May 31

China’s factory activity slows in May, raising questions over its economy

China has reported that its manufacturing activity has slowed in May

The Independent UK · May 31

China's factory activity slows in May, raising questions over its economy

China has reported that its manufacturing activity has slowed in May

AAP · May 31

US defence secretary Hegseth chides Europe, hails ties with China & Asia allies

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth lauded Asian allies like South Korea and Japan for defence contributions. He also noted improved ties with China following President Trump's meeting with Xi Jinping. Hegseth criticised European nations for weakening their militaries.

The Economic Times · May 30

China's Best-Selling Car Just Got Better And Cheaper

The updated Geely Xingyuan (EX2) has new assisted driving features, more range, and starts at just above $9,000.

InsideEVs · May 30

Ex–Google CEO Eric Schmidt warns U.S. tech workers: Competing with China’s grueling 12-hour workdays means sacrificing work-life balance

Schmidt, who served as CEO from 2001 to 2011, has some thoughts on the China-style “996” work ethic.

Fortune · May 30

AUKUS Plans Unmanned Undersea Drone In 2027 Amid China Warning

The pact between the nations would result in the transfer of military nuclear propulsion technology to power the Royal Australian Navy's future nuclear-powered attack submarines, according to a report, which said the initiative has made China uneasy.

International Business Times · May 30

Huawei chairman thanks the US for export restrictions on chips, says it supercharged China’s semiconductor industry — Washington’s export controls encouraged Chinese firms to invest in R&D and build their own tech stack competing with American tech

Huawei's current Rotating Chairman thanked the United States for its export bans, which boosted the progress of China's semiconductor industry. He made the comment after unveiling the groundbreaking LogicFolding chip architecture, when reporters asked him how the company came up with the idea.

Tom’s Hardware · May 30

Sellers circumvent Lenovo’s retro handheld ban with cheap wholesale storefronts — $41 gray-market G02 units pop up on Alibaba following initial storefront purge, systems were pulled from sale amid copyright drama and regional restrictions

Lenovo has pulled the G02 from sale on different Chinese e-commerce platforms after the company discovered that it was being sold outside of China.

Tom’s Hardware · May 30

Iran likely used Chinese-made missile to down US F-15: Report

A US F-15E Strike Eagle was reportedly shot down over Iran by a Chinese-made shoulder-launched missile, marking a significant escalation. While US officials investigate, China denies providing recent military support, though past assistance and potential radar technology transfers are noted. The incident complicates ongoing US-China relations amid peace negotiations.

The Times of India · May 30