2 h. ago Chinese path to modernization brings new ideas to LAC development: Argentine scholar

Chinese path to modernization brings new ideas to LAC development: Argentine scholar  Global Times

Politics

2 h. ago China’s military will need structural change to fend off drone threats: experts

Three military analysts have called for structural changes within the People’s Liberation Army to counter the growing threat of drone attacks. Writing in the PLA Daily, the experts said it was highly likely that the Chinese military would establish specialised counter-drone combat units capable of “rapid responses” to unmanned threats while addressing the inefficiencies of multitasked traditional units. Drones have played an increasingly crucial role in recent regional conflicts, including the...

Events

2 h. ago China's horrifying rush to buy key resources as Beijing spends £7.7bn in string of deals

China's horrifying rush to buy key resources as Beijing spends £7.7bn in string of deals  Daily Express

Economics

3 h. ago Beijing disinformation targeted French Rafale jets to boost sales of China

Beijing disinformation targeted French Rafale jets to boost sales of China-made planes, intel says  Yahoo

Events

4 h. ago China responds to EU ban with import restrictions of medical equipment

China responds to EU ban with import restrictions of medical equipment  China Daily

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4 h. ago Experience a day in Beijing immersed in India's yoga and cuisine

Experience a day in Beijing immersed in India's yoga and cuisine  news.cgtn.com

Politics

4 h. ago Why Chinese investors can still expect a warm welcome in many US cities

Most local government officials in the US still welcome Chinese-invested projects despite a rise in trade tensions this year, a Chinese chamber of commerce leader said this week as potential investors weigh up economic benefits and geopolitical risks. City leaders want Chinese investment to help stimulate their local economies, especially in manufacturing projects that are hard to source elsewhere, said Ni Pin, chairman of the China General Chamber of Commerce branch in Chicago. “There are a lot...

Economics

5 h. ago What’s in a name? Why aircraft carrier is called Shandong and has number 17

China’s first domestically built aircraft carrier, the Shandong, arrived in Hong Kong on Thursday for a five-day port call, sparking excitement and lively discussions about its name and hull number. The carrier welcomed the public aboard for the first time, with 2,000 fortunate Hong Kong residents securing tickets in less than a minute during the weekend to mark the 28th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to Chinese sovereignty. Below, the Post unpacks the stories behind vessel numbers and...

Transport

5 h. ago Ukraine’s Win Is China’s Loss! Why Beijing Is The Biggest Roadblock Towards Russia

Ukraine’s Win Is China’s Loss! Why Beijing Is The Biggest Roadblock Towards Russia-Ukraine Peace? OPED  EurAsian Times

Events

5 h. ago Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday: Did Washington Just Nudge Beijing With Its Wishes?

Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday: Did Washington Just Nudge Beijing With Its Wishes?  Times Now

Politics

5 h. ago ‘Cool’ officers on Chinese aircraft carrier impress Hong Kong visitors

Naval officers on China’s first domestically built aircraft carrier, the Shandong, were popular photo subjects for Hong Kong residents enjoying a rare opportunity to sing and dance with them on the second and final day of the warship’s public opening on Sunday. Visitors queued up to capture on camera the sheer scale of the 70,000-tonne carrier, with its distinctive “ski jump” ramp, fighter jets, likely to be J-15s, and helicopters, and to seize the chance to meet and interact with officers. “The...

Society

5 h. ago Chinese naval officers praise Hong Kong visitors – and feeling is mutual

Naval officers on Chinese warships visiting Hong Kong have praised residents touring their vessels for their behaviour and warmth, while revealing that they had enjoyed some local delicacies in neighbourhood cafes and were impressed by the city’s beauty and prosperity. The officers proved to be popular photo subjects for residents enjoying a rare opportunity to sing and dance with them on the second and final day of the Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong’s public opening on Sunday. The fleet,...

Events

5 h. ago ‘Beijing will stop at nothing to stall Bharat’: Investor slams Foxconn pullout as wake

‘Beijing will stop at nothing to stall Bharat’: Investor slams Foxconn pullout as wake-up call  HinduPost

Economics

6 h. ago In retaliatory move, China blocks EU companies from medical device contracts

China has barred European companies from major Chinese government medical device contracts, hitting back against similar EU restrictions imposed on Chinese firms last month. In a notice on Sunday, the Ministry of Finance said that European Union companies without operations in China were excluded from government medical device contracts valued at more than 45 million yuan (US$6.3 million). Taking effect on Sunday, the restriction does not apply to EU-funded companies operating in China. Non-EU...

Politics

6 h. ago China blocks EU companies from medical device contracts in tit

China has barred European companies from major Chinese government medical device contracts, hitting back against similar EU restrictions imposed on Chinese firms last month. In a notice on Sunday, the Ministry of Finance said that European Union companies without operations in China were excluded from government medical device contracts valued at more than 45 million yuan (US$6.3 million). Taking effect on Sunday, the restriction does not apply to EU-funded companies operating in China. Non-EU...

Politics

7 h. ago Beijing assimilates Tibetans with a carrot and stick approach – Sinologist

Beijing assimilates Tibetans with a carrot and stick approach – Sinologist  news.liga.net

Transport

7 h. ago Opinion | Beijing wants America to depend on China. Here’s how to fight back.

Opinion | Beijing wants America to depend on China. Here’s how to fight back.  The Washington Post

Politics

7 h. ago Inside China and Tanzania’s ‘very special’ ties – found nowhere else in Africa

Over the past two decades, China has considerably broadened its military and security diplomacy throughout Africa, establishing ties with 53 countries, excluding eSwatini. Observers say that of those countries, Tanzania stands out as an exceptionally strong and enduring military partner for Beijing, with more than 90 per cent of its military arms from China. According to a study released last month by the Africa Centre for Strategic Studies, Tanzania has “a very special relationship” with the...

Politics

7 h. ago Chinese scavenger donates tonnes of supplies to flood victims, keeps nothing

A polio-suffering man has once again moved the mainland public by donating tonnes of supplies to the victims of a flood in southwestern China. Hu Lei, 32, who has been dubbed the Kneeling Giant, bought 5,000kg of rice, 500 boxes of instant noodles, 500 bottles of mineral water, 100 torches and 2,000 pairs of gloves at a combined cost of 55,000 yuan (US$8,000). His friends also bought items worth 20,000 yuan (US$3,000). They drove a truck loaded with supplies to flood-hit Rongjiang County in...

Events

8 h. ago China Back In Picture Amid Buzz Over Next Dalai Lama, Beijing Asserts 'Right To Find Successor'?

China Back In Picture Amid Buzz Over Next Dalai Lama, Beijing Asserts 'Right To Find Successor'?  Times Now

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