The Latest Breaking News from China

As China bets its future on AI by cutting arts degrees, Jensen Huang says parents shouldn’t worry about what their kids study

“All the things that used to matter are still going to matter,” the Nvidia CEO said.

Fortune · May 26

Moment car is dragged into raging flood waters as bridge collapses in China

New footage captures the moment a car plunged into a torrent of water after a bridge collapsed in flood-hit China.

The Independent UK · May 26

Rising geoplitical tensions show why Canada’s agri-food trade strategy needs to change

Canada’s agricultural exporters are under pressure from trade disputes on multiple fronts: tariff disputes with the United States and China and diplomatic friction with India and Saudi Arabia, to name a few.

The Conversation · May 26

Germany resists EU members' push for a tougher stance on China

German Trade Minister Katherina Reiche is in Beijing this week seeking to strengthen industrial ties with China, even as several EU member states push Brussels to take a tougher line against the Asian giant over overcapacities.

Euronews · May 26

Aiming at China, Quad announces massive USD 20 bn critical minerals framework

The Quad nations have launched a critical minerals cooperation framework. This initiative pledges up to USD 20 billion in capital to strengthen supply chains. The grouping expressed concerns over economic coercion. This move aims to ensure diversified and reliable access to vital minerals for advanced technologies and economic growth.

The Economic Times · May 26

U.S. Journalist Charged With Failing To Register As a Foreign Agent For China

An American journalist covertly worked as an agent for China and attempted to recruit others for the Chinese government, the FBI has alleged.

International Business Times · May 26

India rejects China-Pakistan remarks on J&K, calls Kashmir & Ladakh 'integral parts' of country

India has strongly rejected comments on Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh made by China and Pakistan. India stated that these regions are and will always be part of the country. New Delhi emphasized that no foreign nation has the right to comment on these matters. India's stance on the issue…

The Economic Times · May 26

Pony AI Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Pony AI (NASDAQ:PONY) reported a sharp increase in first-quarter 2026 revenue and raised its full-year robotaxi targets, citing faster user adoption, fleet growth and expanding international partnerships. Chairman and CEO Dr. James Peng said total revenue rose 145% year over year in the quarter, wh

MarketBeat · May 26

Is extracting oxygen from lunar soil the future of space exploration?

A new race to the Moon is emerging between the United States and China. Unlike fifty years ago, the goal is no longer just about landing and leaving, but establishing a base that allows for a sustainable presence and extended stays on the surface of our natural satellite. The objective…

The Conversation · May 26

China's Xiaomi Q1 profit sinks 43% on higher memory chip costs

Xiaomi's first-quarter net profit saw a significant 43% drop. High memory chip costs pressured its smartphone sales. The company is investing heavily in electric vehicles and AI for new growth. Its EV business revenue increased but operations related to new initiatives incurred losses. Smartphone shipments declined, impacting revenue and margins.…

The Economic Times · May 26