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Nov. 6, 2025, 8:35 a.m.
Why is Trump hosting C Asia leaders; can he compete with Russia, China?

US President Donald Trump to meet leaders from five central Asian countries in Washington for the 10th meeting of C5+1.

Why is Trump hosting C Asia leaders; can he compete with Russia, China?

US President Donald Trump to meet leaders from five central asian countries in Washington for 10th meeting of C5+1.

Nov. 6, 2025, 7:09 a.m.
Chinese spokesperson urges Japan to handle Taiwan-related issues with utmost caution after Takaichi's actions at APEC

There's only one China in the world and Taiwan is part of it. The relevant actions by the Japanese side seriously violated the one-China principle, the spirit of the four political documents between China and Japan, and basic international diplomacy norms, an…

Chinese spokesperson urges Japan to handle Taiwan-related issues with utmost caution after Takaichi's actions at APEC

There's only one China in the world and Taiwan is part of it. The relevant actions by the Japanese side seriously violated the one-China principle, the spirit of the four political documents between China and Japan, and basic international diplomacy norms, an…

Nov. 6, 2025, 7:09 a.m.
China has always been prudent and responsible in its export of military products, says Chinese envoy

China has always taken a prudent and responsible attitude toward the export of military products, and strictly controls the export of dual-use items, including drones, Chinese envoy said at a UN meeting on Wednesday.

China has always been prudent and responsible in its export of military products, says Chinese envoy

China has always taken a prudent and responsible attitude toward the export of military products, and strictly controls the export of dual-use items, including drones, Chinese envoy said at a UN meeting on Wednesday.

Nov. 6, 2025, 6:53 a.m.
Nissan sets up first joint-venture import-export firm in China with Dongfeng

Japanese automaker Nissan has announced the establishment of Nissan Import & Export (Guangzhou) Co., Ltd. at the China International Import Expo, marking the first joint-venture vehicle import-export company set up by a foreign automaker in China. The firm ha…

Nissan sets up first joint-venture import-export firm in China with Dongfeng

Japanese automaker Nissan has announced the establishment of Nissan Import & Export (Guangzhou) Co., Ltd. at the China International Import Expo, marking the first joint-venture vehicle import-export company set up by a foreign automaker in China. The firm ha…

Nov. 6, 2025, 6 a.m.
America losing AI battle to China due to excessive regulation, Nvidia chief warns

Nvidia CEO warns the U.S. is set to lose the AI ​​race to China. He cites China’s lower energy costs and pro-innovation regulations as key advantages. U.S. export controls are forcing China to build a self-sufficient tech ecosystem. Huang criticized potential U…

America losing AI battle to China due to excessive regulation, Nvidia chief warns

Nvidia CEO warns the U.S. is set to lose the AI race to China. He cites China’s lower energy costs and pro-innovation regulations as key advantages. U.S. export controls are forcing China to build a self-sufficient tech ecosystem. Huang criticized potential U…

Nov. 6, 2025, 6 a.m.
Trump slashes fentanyl tariffs on China to 10% in major trade deal with Xi Jinping

President Donald Trump slashed fentanyl-related tariffs on Chinese imports from 20 percent to 10 percent, citing China’s pledge to curb fentanyl precursor shipments. The change takes effect Nov. 10. The U.S. maintains a 10 percent tariff freeze on Chinese goo…

Trump slashes fentanyl tariffs on China to 10% in major trade deal with Xi Jinping

President Donald Trump slashed fentanyl-related tariffs on Chinese imports from 20 percent to 10 percent, citing China’s pledge to curb fentanyl precursor shipments. The change takes effect Nov. 10. The U.S. maintains a 10 percent tariff freeze on Chinese goo…

Nov. 6, 2025, 6 a.m.
Global powder keg: U.S.-China standoff over Taiwan intensifies

The Philippines and Canada, concerned over China’s regional assertiveness, strengthen defense ties while Taiwan bolsters its military. Taipei is fortifying its defenses with new missile systems amid perceived threats from China, while U.S. concerns grow over …

Global powder keg: U.S.-China standoff over Taiwan intensifies

The Philippines and Canada, concerned over China’s regional assertiveness, strengthen defense ties while Taiwan bolsters its military. Taipei is fortifying its defenses with new missile systems amid perceived threats from China, while U.S. concerns grow over …

Nov. 6, 2025, 5:01 a.m.
WeRide's CEO pitches robotaxis as a solution to aging populations and long commutes, as the firm raises more money for R&D with a HK IPO

CEO Tony Han talks about Chinese investors, self-driving cars as social good, and why companies like Uber are turning to Chinese robotaxi partners.

WeRide's CEO pitches robotaxis as a solution to aging populations and long commutes, as the firm raises more money for R&D with a HK IPO

CEO Tony Han talks about Chinese investors, self-driving cars as social good, and why companies like Uber are turning to Chinese robotaxi partners.

Nov. 6, 2025, 4:51 a.m.
South Korea says North fired artillery rockets during Hegseth visit

Seoul (AFP) Nov 4, 2025 North Korea fired multiple artillery rockets an hour before US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth visited the border separating it from the South, Seoul's military told AFP on Tuesday. Pyongyang also fired similar weapons minutes before…

South Korea says North fired artillery rockets during Hegseth visit

Seoul (AFP) Nov 4, 2025 North Korea fired multiple artillery rockets an hour before US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth visited the border separating it from the South, Seoul's military told AFP on Tuesday. Pyongyang also fired similar weapons minutes befo…

Nov. 6, 2025, 2:59 a.m.
China eases trade curbs on US optical fibers, suspends entity restrictions

The Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced on November 5, 2025, that, effective November 10, 2025, it will end anti-circumvention measures on certain cut-off shifted single-mode optical fiber (G.654.C optical fiber) imported from the US. This change means tha…

China eases trade curbs on US optical fibers, suspends entity restrictions

The Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced on November 5, 2025, that, effective November 10, 2025, it will end anti-circumvention measures on certain cut-off shifted single-mode optical fiber (G.654.C optical fiber) imported from the US. This change means tha…

Nov. 6, 2025, 2:59 a.m.
Chinese defense minister holds talks with Serbian counterpart

Chinese Defense Minister Admiral Dong Jun held talks with visiting Serbian Defense Minister Bratislav Gasic in Beijing on the afternoon of November 5, 2025.

Chinese defense minister holds talks with Serbian counterpart

Chinese Defense Minister Admiral Dong Jun held talks with visiting Serbian Defense Minister Bratislav Gasic in Beijing on the afternoon of November 5, 2025.

Nov. 6, 2025, 2:45 a.m.
2026 LEGO Chinese Traditional Festival sets announced!

Two new Chinese Traditional Festival sets have been revealed at the annual China International Import Expo in Shanghai. 2026 will be the Year of the Horse, as the 1650-piece 80119 Galloping Horse Canvas illustrates. Notably, the set includes the traditional …

2026 LEGO Chinese Traditional Festival sets announced!

Two new Chinese Traditional Festival sets have been revealed at the annual China International Import Expo in Shanghai. 2026 will be the Year of the Horse, as the 1650-piece 80119 Galloping Horse Canvas illustrates. Notably, the set includes the traditional …

Nov. 6, 2025, 2:07 a.m.
Space debris postpones Shenzhou XX astronauts Earth return

Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Nov 06, 2025 The scheduled return of the Shenzhou XX astronauts from China's Tiangong space station has been halted for safety reasons following a probable impact with space debris, according to the China Manned Space Agency. The agency r…

Space debris postpones Shenzhou XX astronauts Earth return

Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Nov 06, 2025 The scheduled return of the Shenzhou XX astronauts from China's Tiangong space station has been halted for safety reasons following a probable impact with space debris, according to the China Manned Space Agency. The agency r…

Nov. 6, 2025, 1:30 a.m.
In the shadow of the railway

After years of Chinese investment in Africa, the West is fighting back. Through the Lobito Corridor project, the US and European countries are investing billions in Angola’s Benguela Railway, which runs from southern Africa’s interior to Angola’s Atlantic coa…

In the shadow of the railway

After years of Chinese investment in Africa, the West is fighting back. Through the Lobito Corridor project, the US and European countries are investing billions in Angola’s Benguela Railway, which runs from southern Africa’s interior to Angola’s Atlantic coa…

Nov. 6, 2025, 12:41 a.m.
I Asked 4 Cybersecurity Experts If They Would Still Use a TP-Link Router

More than half a dozen US government departments and agencies are reportedly backing a proposal to ban the routers due to alleged ties to Chinese cyberattacks.

I Asked 4 Cybersecurity Experts If They Would Still Use a TP-Link Router

More than half a dozen US government departments and agencies are reportedly backing a proposal to ban the routers due to alleged ties to Chinese cyberattacks.

Nov. 6, 2025, 12:03 a.m.
Norway steps up measures against potential remote control of buses

A Norwegian public transport operator is to introduce stricter security requirements and step up anti-hacking measures after a test on Chinese-made buses showed the manufacturer could remotely turn them off.

Norway steps up measures against potential remote control of buses

A Norwegian public transport operator is to introduce stricter security requirements and step up anti-hacking measures after a test on Chinese-made buses showed the manufacturer could remotely turn them off.

Nov. 5, 2025, 11:53 p.m.
Space Junk Likely Struck China's Shenzhou-20, Delaying Crew's Return

A suspected strike by "tiny space debris" has delayed the return of the Chinese spaceship Shenzhou-20 and three astronauts, Beijing's space agency said on Wednesday.

Space Junk Likely Struck China's Shenzhou-20, Delaying Crew's Return

A suspected strike by "tiny space debris" has delayed the return of the Chinese spaceship Shenzhou-20 and three astronauts, Beijing's space agency said on Wednesday.

Nov. 5, 2025, 11:45 p.m.
China's Hands Are in America's Bacon, Hot Dogs. We Should Be Concerned, New Report Says.

American agriculture is roughly a $1.5 trillion annual industry, and China poses a critical threat to the sector, according to a new report. Over the years, China has expanded its involvement in America’s... Read More The post China’s Hands Are in America’s B…

China's Hands Are in America's Bacon, Hot Dogs. We Should Be Concerned, New Report Says.

American agriculture is roughly a $1.5 trillion annual industry, and China poses a critical threat to the sector, according to a new report. Over the years, China has expanded its involvement in America’s... Read More The post China’s Hands Are in America’s B…

Nov. 5, 2025, 10:02 p.m.
China offers Alibaba and other domestic giants half-price data center energy if it picks chips from Huawei over Nvidia

China offers energy subsidies to tech giants using domestic chips, seeking AI independence while confronting efficiency and performance challenges.

China offers Alibaba and other domestic giants half-price data center energy if it picks chips from Huawei over Nvidia

China offers energy subsidies to tech giants using domestic chips, seeking AI independence while confronting efficiency and performance challenges.

Nov. 5, 2025, 9:40 p.m.
AI Wunderkind DeepSeek's Founder Debuts On China's 100 Richest List

The privately held company has reached a valuation of $15 billion, as Liang wants to push the boundaries of technology.

AI Wunderkind DeepSeek's Founder Debuts On China's 100 Richest List

The privately held company has reached a valuation of $15 billion, as Liang wants to push the boundaries of technology.

Nov. 5, 2025, 9:40 p.m.
World's Largest Bubble Tea Chain Mixue Mints Two Newcomers To China's 100 Richest List

Zhang Hongchao and Zhang Hongfu, the brothers behind Chinese bubble tea giant Mixue Group, debut on this year’s ranks with a net worth of $8.5 billion each.

World's Largest Bubble Tea Chain Mixue Mints Two Newcomers To China's 100 Richest List

Zhang Hongchao and Zhang Hongfu, the brothers behind Chinese bubble tea giant Mixue Group, debut on this year’s ranks with a net worth of $8.5 billion each.

Nov. 5, 2025, 9:39 p.m.
Jewelry Magnate Rides Bullion Boom To Ranks Of China's Richest

Amid rising gold prices, shares of jewelry maker Laopu Gold have skyrocketed nearly fivefold from a year ago, propelling its founder Xu Gaoming into the ranks of the country’s richest for the first time with an $11 billion fortune.

Jewelry Magnate Rides Bullion Boom To Ranks Of China's Richest

Amid rising gold prices, shares of jewelry maker Laopu Gold have skyrocketed nearly fivefold from a year ago, propelling its founder Xu Gaoming into the ranks of the country’s richest for the first time with an $11 billion fortune.

Nov. 5, 2025, 9:39 p.m.
Founder Of The 'Nvidia Of China' Triples His Wealth

One of the biggest gainers this year is former computer science researcher Chen Tianshi, whose wealth nearly tripled to $21 billion on skyrocketing shares of his Shanghai-listed AI chipmaker Cambricon Technologies.

Founder Of The 'Nvidia Of China' Triples His Wealth

One of the biggest gainers this year is former computer science researcher Chen Tianshi, whose wealth nearly tripled to $21 billion on skyrocketing shares of his Shanghai-listed AI chipmaker Cambricon Technologies.

Nov. 5, 2025, 9:39 p.m.
China's Richest Self-Made Woman Amasses $19.7 Billion Fortune Amid Biotech Boom

Former chemistry teacher Zhong Huijan’s Hansoh Pharmaceutical Group strikes potentially lucrative licensing deals with big pharma players, giving her a wealth boost.

China's Richest Self-Made Woman Amasses $19.7 Billion Fortune Amid Biotech Boom

Former chemistry teacher Zhong Huijan’s Hansoh Pharmaceutical Group strikes potentially lucrative licensing deals with big pharma players, giving her a wealth boost.

Nov. 5, 2025, 9:34 p.m.
I'm Still Using My TP-Link Router, Even Though It Could Be Banned in the US

The government is weighing a ban on these popular routers due to alleged ties to Chinese cyberattacks.

I'm Still Using My TP-Link Router, Even Though It Could Be Banned in the US

The government is weighing a ban on these popular routers due to alleged ties to Chinese cyberattacks.

Nov. 5, 2025, 8:56 p.m.
Space Force To Deploy Three New Weapons To Jam Chinese Spy Satellites

The U.S. Space Force is close to wielding new weapons designed to jam Chinese and Russian satellites in orbit

Space Force To Deploy Three New Weapons To Jam Chinese Spy Satellites

The U.S. Space Force is close to wielding new weapons designed to jam Chinese and Russian satellites in orbit

Nov. 5, 2025, 8:25 p.m.
Possible Space Debris Strike Delays Return of Chinese Astronauts From Space Station

No date has been set for the return of the three-person crew.

Possible Space Debris Strike Delays Return of Chinese Astronauts From Space Station

No date has been set for the return of the three-person crew.

Nov. 5, 2025, 5:59 p.m.
China suspending retaliatory tariffs on some U.S. farm goods

China announced on Wednesday that it will suspend some of its highest retaliatory tariffs on the U.S. for a period of one year, part of a truce reached between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping when they met last week. American exports of soybeans…

China suspending retaliatory tariffs on some U.S. farm goods

China on Wednesday announced it will suspend some of its highest retaliatory tariffs on the U.S. for a period of one year, part of a truce reached between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping when they met last week. American exports of soybeans …

Nov. 5, 2025, 5:58 p.m.
Three Chinese astronauts stranded in space after debris hits their return capsule

Three Chinese taikonauts — Wang Jie, Chen Zhongrui and Chen Dong — will be extending their stay aboard China's Tiangong space station after their return capsule was struck by a presumed piece of orbital debris on Wednesday.

Three Chinese astronauts stranded in space after debris hits their return capsule

Three Chinese taikonauts — Wang Jie, Chen Zhongrui and Chen Dong — will be extending their stay aboard China's Tiangong space station after their return capsule was struck by a presumed piece of orbital debris on Wednesday.

Nov. 5, 2025, 5:33 p.m.
China's Rare-Earth Own Goal

Whereas the conventional wisdom holds that the US depends on Chinese rare earths, putting it at a severe geopolitical disadvantage, it is actually China that depends on the US (and others) for higher value-added rare-earth compounds. Any Chinese restrictions …

China's Rare-Earth Own Goal

Whereas the conventional wisdom holds that the US depends on Chinese rare earths, putting it at a severe geopolitical disadvantage, it is actually China that depends on the US (and others) for higher value-added rare-earth compounds. Any Chinese restrictions …

Nov. 5, 2025, 4:42 p.m.
Space debris may have hit a Chinese spacecraft, delaying return of Shenzhou 20 astronauts

The astronauts of China's three-person Shenzhou 20 mission will wait a little longer before returning to Earth, after a suspected debris impact on their spacecraft.

Space debris may have hit a Chinese spacecraft, delaying return of Shenzhou 20 astronauts

The astronauts of China's three-person Shenzhou 20 mission will wait a little longer before returning to Earth, after a suspected debris impact on their spacecraft.

Nov. 5, 2025, 4:35 p.m.
Xpeng Promises To Deliver First Flying Car In 2026 With More On The Horizon

We were able to get an up-close look at Xpeng's new Land Aircraft Carrier and A868 flying vehicles at the company's AI Day in China.

Xpeng Promises To Deliver First Flying Car In 2026 With More On The Horizon

We were able to get an up-close look at Xpeng's new Land Aircraft Carrier and A868 flying vehicles at the company's AI Day in China.

Nov. 5, 2025, 4:29 p.m.
Automakers Beg Trump To Extend North American Free Trade Deal Worth 'Tens Of Billions Of Dollars'

A cavalcade of automakers are telling the White House to extend the current North American free trade deal, Toyota finds a silver lining in rising US sales.

Automakers Beg Trump To Extend North American Free Trade Deal Worth 'Tens Of Billions Of Dollars'

A cavalcade of automakers are telling the White House to extend the current North American free trade deal, Toyota finds a silver lining in rising US sales.

Nov. 5, 2025, 3:48 p.m.
How do Kansas farmers feel about the China soybean deal?

KANSAS (KSNT) – Late last month, China agreed to purchase 25 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans. We reached out to the Kansas Soybean Association to see...

How do Kansas farmers feel about the China soybean deal?

KANSAS (KSNT) – Late last month, China agreed to purchase 25 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans. We reached out to the Kansas Soybean Association to see...

Nov. 5, 2025, 3 p.m.
America Must Advance Beyond Energy In Eurasia

America's fixation on Eurasia's energy resources has reached the limits of utility. Moving beyond that will garner influence and requires partnering with local actors.

America Must Advance Beyond Energy In Eurasia

America's fixation on Eurasia's energy resources has reached the limits of utility. Moving beyond that will garner influence and requires partnering with local actors.

Nov. 5, 2025, 3 p.m.
How America Could Advance Beyond Energy In Eurasia

America's fixation on Eurasia's energy resources has reached the limits of utility. Moving beyond that will garner influence and requires partnering with local actors.

How America Could Advance Beyond Energy In Eurasia

America's fixation on Eurasia's energy resources has reached the limits of utility. Moving beyond that will garner influence and requires partnering with local actors.

Nov. 5, 2025, 1:49 p.m.
Extraordinary rippled building looks like it belongs in a sci-fi movie

You could be forgiven for thinking that this extraordinary building was dreamed up as some sort of alien megastructure for a sci-fi movie. However, the Yidan Center is very much real and is currently nearing completion.Continue ReadingCategory: Architecture, …

Extraordinary rippled building looks like it belongs in a sci-fi movie

You could be forgiven for thinking that this extraordinary building was dreamed up as some sort of alien megastructure for a sci-fi movie. However, the Yidan Center is very much real and is currently nearing completion.Continue ReadingCategory: Architecture, …

Nov. 5, 2025, 1:03 p.m.
China commands 47% of remote sensing research, while U.S. produces just 9%

The United States is falling far behind China in remote sensing research, according to a comprehensive new study that tracked seven decades of academic publishing and reveals a notable reversal in global technological standing.

China commands 47% of remote sensing research, while U.S. produces just 9%

The United States is falling far behind China in remote sensing research, according to a comprehensive new study that tracked seven decades of academic publishing and reveals a notable reversal in global technological standing.

Nov. 5, 2025, 12:56 p.m.
Raising a digital digit to Nvidia, China reportedly set to ban foreign-made AI chips from state-funded data centers

Nvidia's hopes of returning to the Chinese market continue to dwindle.

Raising a digital digit to Nvidia, China reportedly set to ban foreign-made AI chips from state-funded data centers

Nvidia's hopes of returning to the Chinese market continue to dwindle.

Nov. 5, 2025, 11:41 a.m.
China and America's AI war isn't just about compute, it's about energy — energy subsidies promote homegrown chip push, amid data center energy squeeze

Local Chinese governments are issuing attractive energy subsidies to companies which use domestically produced chips in their data centers and "AI factories," in order to discourage use of international CPUs and GPUs from the likes of Nvidia.

China and America's AI war isn't just about compute, it's about energy — energy subsidies promote homegrown chip push, amid data center energy squeeze

Local Chinese governments are issuing attractive energy subsidies to companies which use domestically produced chips in their data centers and "AI factories," in order to discourage use of international CPUs and GPUs from the likes of Nvidia.

Nov. 5, 2025, 11:37 a.m.
Transformation Revs Up With Starbucks To Sell Majority Stake In China

Starbucks is preparing to sell a 60% stake in its Chinese division to Hong Kong-based Boyu Capital in a $4 billion deal as it continues its business transformation.

Transformation Revs Up With Starbucks To Sell Majority Stake In China

Starbucks is preparing to sell a 60% stake in its Chinese division to Hong Kong-based Boyu Capital in a $4 billion deal as it continues its business transformation.

Nov. 5, 2025, 11:30 a.m.
Donald Trump doesn't understand the drug war he's fighting

The president's war on fentanyl is just another way to expand state power and inflame fear

Donald Trump doesn't understand the drug war he's fighting

The president's war on fentanyl is just another way to expand state power and inflame fear

Nov. 5, 2025, 11:17 a.m.
China is the new science power: How will Europe respond?

China is taking the lead in international science: A new study shows how China overtakes the US in key areas of research and increasingly dominates the agenda. What does this mean for Europe?

China is the new science power: How will Europe respond?

China is taking the lead in international science: A new study shows how China overtakes the US in key areas of research and increasingly dominates the agenda. What does this mean for Europe?

Nov. 5, 2025, 11 a.m.
Will the Supreme Court Side With Trump—Or Itself?

The Roberts Court has tried to curb exactly the kind of power Trump is abusing in the tariff case.

Will the Supreme Court Side With Trump—Or Itself?

The Roberts Court has tried to curb exactly the kind of power Trump is abusing in the tariff case.

Nov. 5, 2025, 10:55 a.m.
U.S. Sanctions 10 North Korean Entities for Laundering $12.7M in Crypto and IT Fraud

The U.S. Treasury Department on Tuesday imposed sanctions against eight individuals and two entities within North Korea's global financial network for laundering money for various illicit schemes, including cybercrime and information technology (IT) worker fr…

U.S. Sanctions 10 North Korean Entities for Laundering $12.7M in Crypto and IT Fraud

The U.S. Treasury Department on Tuesday imposed sanctions against eight individuals and two entities within North Korea's global financial network for laundering money for various illicit schemes, including cybercrime and information technology (IT) worker fr…