President Xi warns that cut-throat, self-defeating competition is weakening his country's economy even as productivity and exports rise. Beijing now sees curbing this dynamic as essential. - 2025/12 / article
President Xi warns that cut-throat, self-defeating competition is weakening his country's economy even as productivity and exports rise. Beijing now sees curbing this dynamic as essential. - 2025/12 / article
Both superpowers put sovereignty ahead of emissions cuts. While the US is still backing fossil fuels, China is pushing ahead with renewables – and building a vast export engine in the process. - 2025/12 / article
Both superpowers put sovereignty ahead of emissions cuts. While the US is still backing fossil fuels, China is pushing ahead with renewables – and building a vast export engine in the process. - 2025/12 / article
The top government spokesman said Monday he would not comment on a recent Chinese newspaper editorial that questioned Japan's sovereignty over the southern island prefecture of Okinawa, amid a diplomatic rift over the prime minister's remarks on Taiwan. Chief…
The top government spokesman said Monday he would not comment on a recent Chinese newspaper editorial that questioned Japan's sovereignty over the southern island prefecture of Okinawa, amid a diplomatic rift over the prime minister's remarks on Taiwan. Chief…
Director Wong Kar-wai’s first TV series, ‘Blossoms Shanghai,’ premiered in North America on the Criterion Channel following weeks of social-media discourse about him in China. Why are some international fans concerned?
Director Wong Kar-wai’s first TV series, ‘Blossoms Shanghai,’ premiered in North America on the Criterion Channel following weeks of social-media discourse about him in China. Why are some international fans concerned?
Chinese soccer fans have condemned Brighton and the Premier League side's Japanese winger Kaoru Mitoma after a social media post showed him smiling and holding an image of the last Japanese soldier to surrender in World War II. Millions of Chinese were killed…
Chinese soccer fans have condemned Brighton and the Premier League side's Japanese winger Kaoru Mitoma after a social media post showed him smiling and holding an image of the last Japanese soldier to surrender in World War II. Millions of Chinese were killed…
The PM spoke at the Lady Mayor's banquet, traditionally used to set out foreign policy for the year ahead.
The PM spoke at the Lady Mayor's banquet, traditionally used to set out foreign policy for the year ahead.
Sir Keir Starmer has warned China poses "real national security threats to the United Kingdom".
Sir Keir Starmer has warned China poses "real national security threats to the United Kingdom".
The lifeblood of Silicon Valley — advanced microchips — pumps from a science park on Taiwan's west coast, mostly from TSMC, the world's biggest chipmaker. But now the company is looking abroad for places to grow.
The lifeblood of Silicon Valley — advanced microchips — pumps from a science park on Taiwan's west coast, mostly from TSMC, the world's biggest chipmaker. But now the company is looking abroad for places to grow.
The company behind TikTok is rolling out a smartphone AI assistant that behaves less like an app and more like a secretary
The company behind TikTok is rolling out a smartphone AI assistant that behaves less like an app and more like a secretary
Sino-Platonic Papers is pleased to announce the publication of its three-hundred-and-seventy-first issue: “The Multifaceted Saga of the Ethnonym Han,” by Sanping Chen. (free pdf) ABSTRACT The term Han designates one of the largest categories of collective ide…
Sino-Platonic Papers is pleased to announce the publication of its three-hundred-and-seventy-first issue: “The Multifaceted Saga of the Ethnonym Han,” by Sanping Chen. (free pdf) ABSTRACT The term Han designates one of the largest categories of collective ide…
New study claims EVs emit less electromagnetic radiation than petrol cars, killing off a number of myths.
New study claims EVs emit less electromagnetic radiation than petrol cars, killing off a number of myths.
ASML wins top-pick status as AI drives demand, but its premium value leaves little room for mistakes.
ASML wins top-pick status as AI drives demand, but its premium value leaves little room for mistakes.
Reigning world champion Zhao Xintong makes a superb start to his UK Championship campaign with a dominant first-round victory over compatriot Long Zehuang.
Reigning world champion Zhao Xintong makes a superb start to his UK Championship campaign with a dominant first-round victory over compatriot Long Zehuang.
China has built the machinery of an innovative, low-carbon industrial economy capable of leading the global net-zero transition and the unfolding AI revolution. But whether this model will be sustainable depends on China's ability to overcome several major ch…
China has built the machinery of an innovative, low-carbon industrial economy capable of leading the global net-zero transition and the unfolding AI revolution. But whether this model will be sustainable depends on China's ability to overcome several major ch…
China's first crewed spacecraft to be ruled unfit to fly in mid-mission will be sent back to Earth for experts to assess the damage. The Shenzhou-20...
China's first crewed spacecraft to be ruled unfit to fly in mid-mission will be sent back to Earth for experts to assess the damage. The Shenzhou-20...
The car industry is in a world of hurt, and that has significant economic and societal implications.
The car industry is in a world of hurt, and that has significant economic and societal implications.
Disney’s 'Zootopia 2' achieved numerous historic opening milestones across domestic and international markets, becoming Disney's biggest-ever animated release.
Disney’s 'Zootopia 2' achieved numerous historic opening milestones across domestic and international markets, becoming Disney's biggest-ever animated release.
Disney and Shanghai Animation Film Studio teamed on this four-pack of 'Zootopia' animated shorts in different traditional Chinese styles.
Disney and Shanghai Animation Film Studio teamed on this four-pack of 'Zootopia' animated shorts in different traditional Chinese styles.
China’s central bank has reasserted its strict prohibition on crypto trading following signs of renewed speculation in virtual assets. The People’s Bank of...
China’s central bank has reasserted its strict prohibition on crypto trading following signs of renewed speculation in virtual assets. The People’s Bank of...
Hong Kong's national security police arrest three, as Beijing issues warning to 'anti-China and pro-chaos elements'.
Hong Kong's national security police arrest three, as Beijing issues warning to 'anti-China and pro-chaos elements'.
Huawei has introduced the Smart Hanhan, its first “virtual pet” featuring what the company calls emotional artificial intelligence. Launched in China during the Mate 80 series event, the device quickly sold out in all three color options on the Huawei Mall. P…
Huawei has introduced the Smart Hanhan, its first “virtual pet” featuring what the company calls emotional artificial intelligence. Launched in China during the Mate 80 series event, the device quickly sold out in all three color options on the Huawei Mall. P…
Our daily links, including energy wars, Tether and the dollar, Putin and Modi channel Ben Franklin, Airbus solar flares, and the imperial doom loop.
Our daily links, including energy wars, Tether and the dollar, Putin and Modi channel Ben Franklin, Airbus solar flares, and the imperial doom loop.
from the metro to the historic center, see noor riyadh’s must-see light installations from 2025. The post must-see celestial installations of noor riyadh 2025 from metro hubs to the city center appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
from the metro to the historic center, see noor riyadh’s must-see light installations from 2025. The post must-see celestial installations of noor riyadh 2025 from metro hubs to the city center appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
The Indian government has ordered Apple and other smartphone manufacturers to pre-install a state-owned “security” app on all phones before they are sold to users. Adding fuel to the privacy fire, the government is also requiring smartphone makers to ensur…
The Indian government has ordered Apple and other smartphone manufacturers to pre-install a state-owned “security” app on all phones before they are sold to users. Adding fuel to the privacy fire, the government is also requiring smartphone makers to ensur…
As the death toll in the Hong Kong apartment complex fire tops 150, Chinese authorities seek to stifle criticism amid new revelations of safety violations.
As the death toll in the Hong Kong apartment complex fire tops 150, Chinese authorities seek to stifle criticism amid new revelations of safety violations.
New Disney animation broke box office records with a massive Thanksgiving weekend opening
New Disney animation broke box office records with a massive Thanksgiving weekend opening
The parent company of HashKey passed its HKEX listing hearing despite Beijing’s quarantine effectively shutting mainland firms out of Hong Kong’s crypto industry.
The parent company of HashKey passed its HKEX listing hearing despite Beijing’s quarantine effectively shutting mainland firms out of Hong Kong’s crypto industry.
Tokyo (AFP) Nov 27, 2025 Japan denied on Thursday a Wall Street Journal report that said US President Donald Trump had advised Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi not to provoke China over Taiwan's sovereignty. The row between Asia's two biggest economies bega…
Tokyo (AFP) Nov 27, 2025 Japan denied on Thursday a Wall Street Journal report that said US President Donald Trump had advised Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi not to provoke China over Taiwan's sovereignty. The row between Asia's two biggest economies bega…
As diplomatic tensions between Beijing and Tokyo rise, China has abruptly scrapped all remaining 2025 concerts featuring Japanese artists — a dramatic cultural ban that has left musicians, fans, and promoters scrambling. Chinese authorities have ordered the c…
As diplomatic tensions between Beijing and Tokyo rise, China has abruptly scrapped all remaining 2025 concerts featuring Japanese artists — a dramatic cultural ban that has left musicians, fans, and promoters scrambling. Chinese authorities have ordered the c…
The measure mirrors Beijing’s recent decision to grant the same privilege to Russian nationals Read Full Article at RT.com
The measure mirrors Beijing’s recent decision to grant the same privilege to Russian nationals Read Full Article at RT.com
China’s export juggernaut has triggered calls for tariffs and reshoring, but these are suboptimal responses. Policymakers have better ways to safeguard jobs and advanced manufacturing while pursuing national security objectives. Here’s what would serve their …
China’s export juggernaut has triggered calls for tariffs and reshoring, but these are suboptimal responses. Policymakers have better ways to safeguard jobs and advanced manufacturing while pursuing national security objectives. Here’s what would serve their …
From late November to mid-December, troops of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Western Theater Command and the Pakistan Army will conduct the "Warrior-IX" joint counter-terrorism exercise in Pakistan, the Chinese Defense Ministry announced in a statement …
From late November to mid-December, troops of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Western Theater Command and the Pakistan Army will conduct the "Warrior-IX" joint counter-terrorism exercise in Pakistan, the Chinese Defense Ministry announced in a statement …
The PLA Daily, a newspaper affiliated with the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), published on Sunday an article that criticizes Japan's ambiguous and evasive response to international criticism over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous rem…
The PLA Daily, a newspaper affiliated with the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), published on Sunday an article that criticizes Japan's ambiguous and evasive response to international criticism over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous rem…
China on Monday began a nationwide halt on sales of electric bicycles that do not meet its latest mandatory safety standards, ending the availability of so-called “old standard” models. Under the updated national standard, Electric Bicycle Safety Technical Sp…
China on Monday began a nationwide halt on sales of electric bicycles that do not meet its latest mandatory safety standards, ending the availability of so-called “old standard” models. Under the updated national standard, Electric Bicycle Safety Technical Sp…
The Chinese Communist Party is systematically suppressing Christians, Muslims and Buddhists – imprisoning clergy, demolishing churches and banning religious practices under the guise of “Sinicization” and state security. Beijing’s crackdown extends beyond its…
The Chinese Communist Party is systematically suppressing Christians, Muslims and Buddhists – imprisoning clergy, demolishing churches and banning religious practices under the guise of “Sinicization” and state security. Beijing’s crackdown extends beyond its…
China’s central bank has vowed to crack down on stablecoins and reaffirmed the country’s 2021 crypto ban after claiming trading had made a comeback.
China’s central bank has vowed to crack down on stablecoins and reaffirmed the country’s 2021 crypto ban after claiming trading had made a comeback.
No city in Japan is more symbolic of overtourism these days than Kyoto, so is the travel downturn from China having a noticeable effect? In mid-November, the Chinese government issued an advisory to its citizens calling on them to refrain from traveling to Ja…
No city in Japan is more symbolic of overtourism these days than Kyoto, so is the travel downturn from China having a noticeable effect? In mid-November, the Chinese government issued an advisory to its citizens calling on them to refrain from traveling to Ja…
A major solar panel manufacturer is transferring the assets of its Chinese unit to Canadian ownership, to safeguard sales into the US as Washington steps up scrutiny of imports from the Asian nation.
A major solar panel manufacturer is transferring the assets of its Chinese unit to Canadian ownership, to safeguard sales into the US as Washington steps up scrutiny of imports from the Asian nation.
Virtual currencies lack the legal status of fiat money, Chinese officials said during an intra-agency meeting on Friday.
Virtual currencies lack the legal status of fiat money, Chinese officials said during an intra-agency meeting on Friday.
Morning Highlights Withdrawals Over 50,000 Yuan Will No Longer Require Registration On November 28, the People’s Bank of China, the National Financial Regulatory Administration, and the China Securities Regulatory Commission jointly released the Measures for…
Morning Highlights Withdrawals Over 50,000 Yuan Will No Longer Require Registration On November 28, the People’s Bank of China, the National Financial Regulatory Administration, and the China Securities Regulatory Commission jointly released the Measures for …
Businesses say Brussels got its math wrong on the carbon footprint of imports from China, Brazil and the U.S.
Businesses say Brussels got its math wrong on the carbon footprint of imports from China, Brazil and the U.S.
In a world so rich, a famine in Sudan is an indictment, not an inevitability. But is the world ready to see forced hunger as intolerable? That is the question today.
In a world so rich, a famine in Sudan is an indictment, not an inevitability. But is the world ready to see forced hunger as intolerable? That is the question today.
If you are not aware of Chinese battery technical leadership, it is probably time to take notice. As of 2025, CATL and BYD have over 50% of the world’s EV battery market share. From January to September, they accounted for 811.7 GWh. CATL and BYD are not the …
If you are not aware of Chinese battery technical leadership, it is probably time to take notice. As of 2025, CATL and BYD have over 50% of the world’s EV battery market share. From January to September, they accounted for 811.7 GWh. CATL and BYD are not the …
I reported on China’s chip design progress last year and figured it made sense to make this an annual occurrence. I was present at The China Integrated Circuit Design Industry Exhibition (ICCAD) once again this year on behalf of our clients. I’ve been attendi…
I reported on China’s chip design progress last year and figured it made sense to make this an annual occurrence. I was present at The China Integrated Circuit Design Industry Exhibition (ICCAD) once again this year on behalf of our clients. I’ve been attendi…
An alarming trend is emerging in China’s online retail world: consumers are reportedly using artificial intelligence to doctor photos of goods — from clothing to electric toothbrushes — to make them appear damaged, then requesting refunds. E-commerce vendors …
An alarming trend is emerging in China’s online retail world: consumers are reportedly using artificial intelligence to doctor photos of goods — from clothing to electric toothbrushes — to make them appear damaged, then requesting refunds. E-commerce vendors …