10 h. ago China could push Russia to attack a NATO member country, says Alliance chief Rutte

China could push Russia to attack a NATO member country, says Alliance chief Rutte  World Ukrainian Congress

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26 h. ago Brics in push for UN to take lead on setting rules for artificial intelligence

Brics leaders have adopted a new declaration calling for the United Nations to take the lead in setting global rules for artificial intelligence, arguing that the fast-growing technology must not deepen inequalities between developed and developing nations. The statement, agreed late on Sunday at the summit in Rio de Janeiro, described AI as a “unique opportunity” for driving inclusive growth, innovation and sustainability but warned that without fair governance it could widen the digital...

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27 h. ago China releases list of key science, engineering challenges amid tech push

China releases list of key science, engineering challenges amid tech push  People's Daily

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40 h. ago China may ask Russia to attack NATO if Taiwan is invaded, Rutte says

China may ask Russia to attack NATO if Taiwan is invaded, Rutte says  The Kyiv Independent

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3 d. ago China to EU: Russian defeat in Ukraine may push US to target Beijing next

China to EU: Russian defeat in Ukraine may push US to target Beijing next  Business Standard

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4 d. ago Apple's iPhone 16 push delivers rare growth in China's cooling market

Apple's iPhone 16 push delivers rare growth in China's cooling market  AppleInsider

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4 d. ago From rocket ballet to space fireworks: China’s aerospace innovators push boundaries

A start-up company in southwestern China has revealed its latest innovations in rocket technology, highlighting how the country’s cutting-edge aerospace capabilities are expanding into the civilian sector. Lingkong Tianxing Technology unveiled its self-developed reusable liquid rocket with an animated video simulation posted to its official website on Tuesday. The clip showcased advanced flight control technologies, including mid-air flips and in-flight reignition. The clip shows the VTVL...

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5 d. ago Bipartisan Push to Rebuild US Shipbuilding Industry Amid China Threat

Bipartisan Push to Rebuild US Shipbuilding Industry Amid China Threat  cbn.com

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5 d. ago Is this the copper century? China moves to shore up supplies from Africa

Lithium and cobalt may have dominated the rush for critical minerals for EV batteries, solar and defence systems, but now copper is emerging as a key element in the green energy transition. Recognising this, China is strategically positioning itself to secure copper supplies, especially from Africa, investing heavily in mining and processing facilities. While the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia have long been China’s top destinations, Botswana is now also becoming a significant...

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7 d. ago Garamendi Continues Bipartisan Push to Counter China & Strengthen Ocean Shipping Regulator FMC

Garamendi Continues Bipartisan Push to Counter China & Strengthen Ocean Shipping Regulator FMC  Seapower Magazine

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9 d. ago Will New Zealand’s ‘patronising’ aid freeze push Cook Islands closer to China?

What began as a quiet series of infrastructure deals between the Cook Islands and China has erupted into a diplomatic stand-off, with New Zealand halting millions in aid and Pacific leaders accusing Wellington of “patronising” behaviour. New Zealand’s abrupt suspension of aid has cast a harsh spotlight on the country’s growing unease over China’s expanding Pacific footprint, drawing warnings from regional observers that the move risks appearing “coercive rather than constructive”. Wellington...

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1 week ago Will the US strikes on Iran push China to ramp up its nuclear arms programme?

Instead of crushing Tehran’s nuclear programme, Israeli and US strikes on Iranian facilities in the past week might have dealt a blow to international nuclear non-proliferation efforts. Analysts warned that the attacks might not only encourage Iran to accelerate its nuclear weapon programme, but also prompt countries such as China and North Korea to expand their deterrence efforts. The pre-emptive strikes also risked setting a precedent for US adversaries to justify similar action against any...

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1 week ago Graphic artists in China push back on AI and its averaging effect

Graphic artists in China push back on AI and its averaging effect  The Verge

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1 week ago OpenAI: Zhipu AI is fuelling China’s global push for US tech alternatives

OpenAI said its analysts found that Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) start-up Zhipu AI had made “notable progress” in providing infrastructure solutions to governments and state-owned firms in non-Western markets, as Beijing seeks to strengthen its global leadership in the rapidly evolving technology. In a post on Wednesday, the ChatGPT maker, which has previously urged Washington to support US companies in their competition with Chinese rivals, said Zhipu represented “China’s answer” to...

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1 week ago China's consumption push will support global growth, Premier Li says

China's consumption push will support global growth, Premier Li says  Reuters

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1 week ago OpenAI says China's Zhipu AI gaining ground amid Beijing's global AI push

OpenAI says China's Zhipu AI gaining ground amid Beijing's global AI push  Reuters

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1 week ago China steps up push to internationalise the yuan as global dollar dominance wavers

China steps up push to internationalise the yuan as global dollar dominance wavers  Forexlive | Forex News, Technical Analysis & Trading Tools

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1 week ago China ‘dominates’ global hydropower development amid energy storage push: report

China ‘dominates’ global hydropower development amid energy storage push: report  South China Morning Post

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1 week ago Stop worrying about US and carry on, Nato chief tells Europe and Canada

Europe should “stop worrying so much” about Washington breaking away from the alliance, Nato’s chief said on Tuesday, amid US pressure on European allies to pay more for their defence. Addressing the Nato Public Forum in The Hague, an event on the sidelines of the Nato Summit, Mark Rutte, the alliance’s secretary general, said he had been questioned many times since January about the reliability of the United States as an ally. Asked on Tuesday whether the US was still with Nato, Rutte said...

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2 w. ago Iran Israel war: Tehran plans attack against USA forces anywhere, China, Russia send chilling warning

Iran Israel war: Tehran plans attack against USA forces anywhere, China, Russia send chilling warning  The Economic Times

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