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Chinese and African leaders hold a summit on deepening cooperation in a divided world

Dozens of African leaders have descended on Beijing for a summit that signals China’s influence in a continent that it hopes will be a key ally in pushing back against a U.S.-led global order

The Independent UK

China's Xi Promises $50 Billion For Africa Over Next Three Years

Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Thursday pledged over $50 billion in financing for Africa over the next three years, promising to deepen cooperation in infrastructure and trade with the continent as he addressed Beijing's biggest summit since the pandemic.

International Business Times

Seeking an alternative to China’s pressure-cooker schools, families move to Thailand

Chinese families are increasingly flocking to Thailand for the country's quality international schools and relaxed lifestyle

The Independent UK

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Malaysia probing leak of classified Chinese note over South China Sea

Move follows publication of leaked document warning Malaysia off oil drilling by Philippine media outlet.

Al Jazeera

The arrest of a former aide to NY governors highlights efforts to root out Chinese agents in the US

The arrest of a former aide to two New York governors highlights a broad effort by the federal government to root out covert agents advancing China’s interests on American soil

The Independent UK

Chinese migrants flock to Mexico in search of jobs, a future and, for some, a taste of freedom

While the U.S. Border Patrol has arrested tens of thousands of Chinese at the U.S.-Mexico border over the past year, thousands are making Mexico their final destination

The Independent UK

Coutya takes gold for Britain in wheelchair fencing

Just over 24 hours after failing in his bid to win the sabre event in the men's wheelchair fencing, Dimitri Coutya claimed the Paralympic gold medal for Britain in the foil with a dominant display over Yanke Feng from China.

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US arms advantage over Russia and China threatens stability, experts warn

Academics say vulnerability of the two countries’ nuclear launch sites makes dangerous mistakes more likely

The Guardian - UK

Who are the US’ top trade partners?

Over 50% of 2023 US trade involved one of five partners: Mexico, Canada, China, Germany, and Japan.

USAFacts

Nigerian powerlifter Esther Nworgu powers through injury to lift Paralympic silver

Nigeria continues to raise the bar for the continent's powerlifters. We speak to Ester Nworgu, who claimed silver at the Paralympic Games in Paris – despite dislocating her shoulder just days before her event. Also in this edition, we go to Beijing, where African leaders have gathered for a high-stakes…

France 24

China's BYD Was The Third-Best-Selling Brand In The World This July

BYD outsold everyone except for Volkswagen and Toyota this July. But they're still only in eighth place for the year.

InsideEVs

Volkswagen bosses clash with workers over possible plant closures

Volkswagen's management went head to head with some 25,000 employees as leaders defended planned cost cuts that include possible plant closures in Germany and the end to a long-running job protection scheme. Unions say the threat is tantamount to a "declaration of bankruptcy". Also in this edition, China rolled out…

France 24

3 Chinese Tech Stocks to Buy for a High-Risk, High-Reward Portfolio

For investors with a high-risk tolerance, the potential rewards of investing in top Chinese tech stocks Alibaba Group (BABA), Tencent Holdings (TCEHY), and JD.com (JD) can be attractive. These companies dominate their domestic market and hold a significant global presence, offering diversified revenue streams and long-term growth opportunities. Continue reading.

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US denies Chinese diplomat expelled amid New York spying dispute

State department says ‘no expulsion action’, after ex-aide to Kathy Hochul charged with acting as Chinese agent

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World Cup 2026 AFC qualifiers: Teams, groups, format, schedule, favourites

When do the AFC qualifiers take place for the World Cup? How many countries are playing? Al Jazeera answers.

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China's Consul General Expelled From NY Mission

China's consul general in New York expelled after former aide's arrest for acting as Chinese agent. Governor Hochul takes decisive action to address foreig...

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Updated Tesla Model Y Will Come As A Six-Seater In China: Report

Tesla has so far only offered a six-seater option in the Model X, but it’s reportedly doing it for the Model Y specifically to be more competitive China.

The Guardian - UK

How Black Myth: Wukong put China’s games industry under the microscope

In this week’s newsletter: Fuelled by a backdrop of sexist culture, alarming censorship guidelines and ‘anti-woke’ ire, the summer’s biggest hit has become a lightning rod in the video game culture wars

The Conversation

DRC is the world’s largest producer of cobalt – how control by local elites can shape the global battery industry

The mineral-rich Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is often portrayed as a victim of exploitation by China, the US and Europe in their competition for its minerals, which are critical for the energy transition.

The Conversation

Chinese and Russian disinformation flourishes in some African countries – anti-US sentiment helps it take hold

The spread of disinformation is one of the biggest risks to societies. Recent examples have been conspiracy narratives about COVID-19 vaccinations and false claims about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Radio France Internationale

Nearly 60 percent of African youth want to emigrate because of corruption

According to a new survey of youth in 16 African nations, nearly 60 percent of them want to leave their countries because of unchecked corruption.

The Guardian - UK

Fugitive Philippines mayor Alice Guo arrested in Indonesia, officials say

Guo, who is accused of having criminal ties in China, has said she is facing ‘malicious accusations’

The Conversation

Preparing for a pandemic that never came ended up setting off another − how an accidental virus release triggered 1977’s ‘Russian flu’

Nineteen-year-old U.S. Army Pvt. David Lewis set out from Fort Dix on a 50-mile hike with his unit on Feb. 5, 1976. On that bitter cold day, he collapsed and died. Autopsy specimens unexpectedly tested positive for an H1N1 swine influenza virus.

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