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Women's public role shrink in China as official rhetoric shift towards family, children: Study

Chinese state media increasingly emphasises women's domestic roles, a shift from earlier public sphere portrayals. This change coincides with women's diminished representation in high-level political and policy leadership positions. Studies reveal a widening gap in media associations with public versus private spheres for women. China's demographic policies also influence women's…

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Enhance use of AI to develop 'intelligent military': Xi tells PLA

Enhance use of AI to develop 'intelligent military': Xi tells PLA

Xi, who also heads the military, told a Politburo group study session on Thursday that the PLA should "strengthen the military application of unmanned intelligent technologies, deepen the development and application of network information systems, and gradually build an intelligent military system", the state-run Xinhua news agency reported.

The Economic Times

Misir Besra arrested: CPI (Maoist) politburo member wanted in 141 cases held in Jharkhand

Misir Besra arrested: CPI (Maoist) politburo member wanted in 141 cases held in Jharkhand

Misir Besra, a senior CPI (Maoist) politburo member carrying a reward of over Rs 1 crore and wanted in 141 cases, has been arrested from Jharkhand's Dhanbad district, police said. Two other Maoists were also held during the operation, while 16 Maoists, including members carrying combined rewards, surrendered before Jharkhand…

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Global Market: China, Hong Kong stocks slide as oil surge fuels inflation concerns

Asian markets saw declines in China and Hong Kong equities on Friday. Crude oil prices surged above $100 a barrel, intensifying inflation worries. Investors remained cautious due to geopolitical risks and upcoming large IPOs. Technology shares received some support from policy expectations. Rising energy costs and liquidity pressures will influence…

The Economic Times

‘Even Politburo members can be touched’: what the latest purge says about Xi Jinping’s China

The ousting of Ma Xingrui – the third Politburo member in recent years - suggests Xi’s tolerance of dissent is diminishing, say analysts

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Global Market: China stocks slide as tech sell-off hits mainland markets; Alibaba lifts Hong Kong shares

Mainland China stocks declined on Thursday due to technology sector weakness. Hong Kong equities gained momentum, supported by Alibaba's artificial intelligence integration news. Alibaba shares jumped significantly after announcing its AI model would be integrated into Apple devices. This development boosted optimism around China's domestic artificial intelligence ecosystem. Investors are…

The Economic Times

Nasdaq Futures Climb as ASML Fuels AI Optimism, U.S. PPI Data and Earnings in Focus

September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +0.40% this morning as sentiment got a boost after ASML Holding’s earnings provided fresh evidence of unrelenting demand for cutting-edge chips.

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China expels Politburo member Ma Xingrui in Xi’s anti-corruption campaign

China expels Politburo member Ma Xingrui in Xi’s anti-corruption campaign

A senior official has been expelled from China's ruling Communist Party, state media said Tuesday, as part of leader Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign

The Independent UK

Xi's military purge widens: China strips six generals, ex-Politburo member of lawmaker posts

Xi's military purge widens: China strips six generals, ex-Politburo member of lawmaker posts

China has removed six top military officers, a former financial regulator, and a former Politburo member from their legislative posts, signaling President Xi Jinping's ongoing anti-corruption purge. This move targets the nation's political and military elite, with prominent figures like General Xu Xueqiang, head of military equipment development, among those…

The Times of India

China strips generals, ex-financial regulator, politburo member of lawmaker posts

China strips generals, ex-financial regulator, politburo member of lawmaker posts

China's top legislative body has removed six military lawmakers, including a key figure in the space program, and a former financial regulator from their posts. The dismissals, announced without stated reasons, are the latest in President Xi Jinping's sweeping anti-corruption drive. High-ranking generals overseeing equipment development, air force, and regional…

The Economic Times

EU expands sanctions on Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad to include Hamas Politburo members

EU expands sanctions on Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad to include Hamas Politburo members

"In their capacity as decision-makers of the organisation, the members of the Politburo have knowledge of the planning, preparation and execution of violent actions by Hamas," the bloc said.

How did Putin and Trump's visits to China compare?

How did Putin and Trump's visits to China compare?

In a diplomatic dance, Russian President Vladimir Putin wrapped up his visit to Beijing right after US President Donald Trump's engagement with Chinese leadership. While both were greeted with pomp, Putin garnered a notably warmer reception, bolstered by a higher-ranking official's presence. China's leader underscored the steadfast bond between the…

The Economic Times

Xi Jinping has dismissed two of China’s most senior generals. What does this mean?

Xi Jinping has dismissed two of China’s most senior generals. What does this mean?

Last weekend, China’s Ministry of National Defence announced that the country’s two most senior generals – Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli – would be removed from office and placed under investigation for serious disciplinary violations.

The Conversation

S&P Futures Muted Ahead of FOMC Meeting and U.S. JOLTs Report

S&P Futures Muted Ahead of FOMC Meeting and U.S. JOLTs Report

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ25) are trending up +0.02% this morning as investors gear up for the start of the Federal Reserve’s two-day policy meeting, while also awaiting the delayed reading on U.S. job openings.

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Stocks Soar Before the Open on Upbeat Meta and Microsoft Results, U.S. PCE Inflation Data and More Big Tech Earnings on Tap

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are up +0.97%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU25) are up +1.30% this morning as forecast-beating quarterly results from Meta and Microsoft boosted sentiment.

S&P Futures Gain With Focus on U.S. JOLTs Report and Corporate Earnings, FOMC Meeting on Tap

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are trending up +0.24% this morning, extending yesterday’s gains, while investors shift their focus from recent U.S. trade deals to economic data, a new round of corporate earnings reports, and the start of the Federal Reserve’s two-day policy meeting.

Stocks Set to Extend Record Rally as U.S. and EU Reach Trade Deal, Big Tech Earnings and Fed Meeting in Focus

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are up +0.28%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU25) are up +0.46% this morning, pointing to a higher open on Wall Street after U.S. President Donald Trump reached a trade deal with the European Union.

S&P Futures Gain on Cautious Optimism Over Trade Deals

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are trending up +0.13% this morning as investors remain cautiously optimistic that the U.S. may strike more trade deals ahead of President Donald Trump’s August 1st deadline.

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The last Left titan: Why VS Achuthanandan was unique

‘End of an era’ could be a cliché as far as obits go. Yet, for Velikkakath Sankaran Achuthanandan, nothing could be more apt. Not just because the former Chief Minister of Kerala was the last survivor among the 32 founders of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) who walked out…

Have Presidents Grown Too Powerful To Be Removed From Office?

Joe Biden showed that the 25th Amendment doesn't work. Donald Trump showed that impeachment is broken too.

International Business Times

China's Top Leaders Pledge Economic Support As Trade War Rages

China's top leaders pledged on Friday to step up support for the economy and oppose "unilateral bullying" in global trade in a veiled rebuke of hefty tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump.

China has only one real way to hit its 2025 growth target

The stimulus packages Beijing rolled out won’t do the trick—and they aren’t really stimulative.

S&P Futures Gain With Focus on U.S. PCE Inflation Data

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH25) are trending up +0.38% this morning, staging a partial rebound from the prior session’s losses, while investors brace for the release of the Federal Reserve’s first-line inflation gauge.

The Independent UK

China signals it's prepared to double down on support for the economy as Trump tariffs loom

Chinese leaders met this week to plot economic policy for the coming year and sketched out plans to raise government spending and relax Beijing's monetary policy

China Plans Proactive Measures To Boost Economy

Chinese leaders plan to boost economy through fiscal and monetary measures, focusing on consumer spending and long-term growth strategies.

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