24 h. ago In Japan, fears of China’s antibiotics dominance spur calls for self

Medical professionals in Japan are concerned that China could dramatically ramp up trade pressure on Tokyo by adding antibiotics and ingredients for medicines to its list of exports subject to restrictions. Despite efforts over the last three years to increase domestic production of a range of commonly used medicines in Japan, the domestic medical sector still relies heavily on imports from China and restricting or halting imports would cause “huge trouble”, according to the experts. “Japan...

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32 h. ago Chinese Christians in US Host Prayer Event for Persecuted Churches in China

Chinese Christians in US Host Prayer Event for Persecuted Churches in China  International Christian Concern

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48 h. ago China’s slowing growth, bilateral tensions top American business concerns in 2026

Concerns about China’s slowing economic growth and “strained” Beijing-Washington relations rank as the top two concerns among members of the American Chamber of Commerce in China this year, according to a chamber survey released on Friday. The growth concern was raised by around two-thirds of the 368 respondents, making it the leading issue, the annual China Business Climate Survey found. Fifty-two per cent of respondents reported being profitable or very profitable last year, 6 percentage...

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48 h. ago China’s slowing growth, bilateral tensions top US business concerns

China’s slowing growth, bilateral tensions top US business concerns  South China Morning Post

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53 h. ago Several Christians Detained Amid Crackdown on Christianity in China

Several Christians Detained Amid Crackdown on Christianity in China  International Christian Concern

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56 h. ago Applied Materials upgraded at Barclays as China concerns 'overblown' (AMAT:NASDAQ)

Applied Materials upgraded at Barclays as China concerns 'overblown' (AMAT:NASDAQ)  Seeking Alpha

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63 h. ago China sells salmon raised in Yellow Sea structures, raising concerns about their possible dismantlement

China sells salmon raised in Yellow Sea structures, raising concerns about their possible dismantlement  Korea JoongAng Daily

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65 h. ago China bans U.S. and Israeli cybersecurity software over security concerns

China bans U.S. and Israeli cybersecurity software over security concerns  Security Affairs

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3 d. ago China bans dozen US and Israeli cybersecurity firms over national security concerns: report

China bans dozen US and Israeli cybersecurity firms over national security concerns: report  Fox Business

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4 d. ago UBS downgrades BMW stock rating to Neutral on China concerns

UBS downgrades BMW stock rating to Neutral on China concerns  Investing.com

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5 d. ago Major Tire Brand Could Be Yeeted From US Market Over China Concerns

Major Tire Brand Could Be Yeeted From US Market Over China Concerns  CarBuzz

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5 d. ago Chinese FM refutes Taiwan regional authorities' 'clumsy political performance' concerning China

Chinese FM refutes Taiwan regional authorities' 'clumsy political performance' concerning China-AU joint press release  Global Times

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6 d. ago Can Peru keep both China and US onside in an increasingly volatile environment?

Last weekend’s US raid on Venezuela has shone a spotlight on the wider strategic concerns in play in South America, including the US-China rivalry in countries such as Peru. The country is a key hub for mineral exports to Asian markets, but it has tried to maintain a balance between Beijing and Washington. China had funded a strategically important port on Peru’s Pacific coast, but it had remained “broadly aligned” with US interests, analysts said. Washington also regards it as part of its...

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9 d. ago China's market regulator summons top solar firms over monopoly concerns, state media reports

China's market regulator summons top solar firms over monopoly concerns, state media reports  Reuters

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9 d. ago China to probe Meta’s purchase of Manus over export controls, tech concerns

China to probe Meta’s purchase of Manus over export controls, tech concerns  South China Morning Post

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9 d. ago Developing | China to probe Meta’s purchase of Manus over export controls, tech concerns

Developing | China to probe Meta’s purchase of Manus over export controls, tech concerns  South China Morning Post

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1 week ago China EV stocks fall as weak Dec sales drive demand concerns

China EV stocks fall as weak Dec sales drive demand concerns  Investing.com

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1 week ago AI scientist leaves US for China; domestic helpers in Asia: 5 weekend reads you missed

We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. ‘Stop subverting Venezuelan regime’: China urges US to release Maduro China has expressed “serious concern” over the US capture and forcible removal of the Venezuelan leader, calling on Washington to ensure the personal safety of Nicolas Maduro and his wife and “release them immediately”. 2. Why...

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1 week ago China calls for Maduro’s immediate release, accuses US of breaching international law

China has raised concerns about the United States’ capture and removal of the Venezuelan leader from the country by force, and called on Washington to ensure safety and release Nicolas Maduro and his wife. The US launched military attacks on Venezuela on Saturday, captured President Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores and detained them in New York. US President Donald Trump, hours after the operation, said the US would run Venezuela until there was a “safe, proper and judicious” transition. “The US...

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1 week ago ‘Stop subverting Venezuelan regime’: China urges US to immediately release captured Maduro

China has raised concerns about the United States’ capture and removal of the Venezuelan leader from the country by force and called on Washington to ensure safety and release Nicolas Maduro and his wife. The US launched military attacks on Venezuela on Saturday, captured President Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores and detained them in New York. US President Donald Trump, hours after the operation, said the US would run Venezuela until there was a “safe, proper and judicious” transition. “The...

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