17 m. ago China calls on Niger to tackle disputes with energy firms through dialogue

Foreign Minister Wang Yi has urged Niger’s junta government to resolve disputes with Chinese energy companies operating in the West African nation through dialogue. Wang made the remarks during talks with his Nigerien counterpart Bakary Yaou Sangaré in the central Chinese city of Changsha on Wednesday. “The two sides should properly handle the differences and problems encountered in cooperation through dialogue,” Wang said, according to a Chinese foreign ministry readout of the meeting, which...

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72 m. ago French artist Chloé Silbano featured at Festival Croisements Beijing

French artist Chloé Silbano featured at Festival Croisements Beijing  China.org.cn

Culture

76 m. ago In Hong Kong and globally, AI is not a job and wage killer, PwC says

Jobs requiring artificial intelligence (AI) skills are on the rise in Hong Kong as more businesses find practical use for the technology, but rather than replacing human ingenuity, AI is being combined with it to deliver productivity gains, according to PwC. The proportion of job postings in Hong Kong seeking AI skills rose to 1.9 per cent in 2024 from 1.6 per cent in 2021, according to the consultancy’s “Global AI Jobs Barometer” report published on Friday. In the information and communications...

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77 m. ago Huawei’s HarmonyOS gains traction in China with 103 million smartphones shipped

Huawei Technologies has shipped more than 103 million smartphones and 21 million tablets running its proprietary HarmonyOS operating system, with nearly half delivered in 2024, according to consultancy Canalys. The Shenzhen-based technology giant shipped 46 million smartphones and 10.5 million tablets last year, signalling an accelerating pivot to its in-house operating system, serving as an alternative to Google’s Android amid US sanctions. Huawei has been transitioning its devices to its own...

Economics

77 m. ago China tells G7 to stop 'manipulating' China issues for its own agenda

China tells G7 to stop 'manipulating' China issues for its own agenda  The Straits Times

Politics

82 m. ago China expresses deep concern about Israel's attacks on Iran, urges de

China expresses deep concern about Israel's attacks on Iran, urges de-escalation  Reuters

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86 m. ago China Credit Expansion, New Loans Rose Less Than Expected in May

China Credit Expansion, New Loans Rose Less Than Expected in May  Bloomberg

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2 h. ago China's 2025 LNG imports expected to fall in unusual downturn, analysts say

China's 2025 LNG imports expected to fall in unusual downturn, analysts say  Reuters

Politics

2 h. ago China steps up global aviation expansion as Comac bids for Laos carrier

The Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (Comac) has reportedly bid to take a majority stake in the flag carrier of Laos, as the state-owned Chinese aviation firm continues its push to expand its market in Southeast Asia. The deal – which is pending approval by the Lao authorities – would see Comac help Lao Airlines overhaul its operations and stem its losses in exchange for the carrier agreeing to use the Chinese company’s passenger jets, Vientiane Times quoted Prime Minister Sonexay...

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3 h. ago JA Solar Engages with IFRS Foundation Beijing Office to Strengthen Global Sustainability Disclosure Practices

JA Solar Engages with IFRS Foundation Beijing Office to Strengthen Global Sustainability Disclosure Practices  SolarQuarter

Politics

4 h. ago As Chinese exporters explore home market, how are letters of credit helping?

After the United States imposed so-called reciprocal tariffs on imports from China in April, Beijing took steps to help Chinese exporters sell their products domestically. In addition to the staging of product promotion events across the country and the offering of fiscal and financial incentives, Beijing also encouraged the increased use of letters of credit (L/Cs) to help such businesses switch focus to the domestic market. What is a domestic letter of credit? A letter of credit, also known as...

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4 h. ago Cheerleaders to critics: German machinery makers call for EU action on China

Germany’s iconic machine makers used to be among the loudest cheerleaders for ever-closer economic ties between China and Europe. Now, as exports dwindle and facing “increasingly strong [Chinese] competitors” beefed up by “unfair state subsidies”, the industry is demanding that Brussels put in place trade barriers to protect it. A new position paper published on Thursday by the Mechanical Engineering Industry Association (VDMA), representing medium-sized manufacturers that help constitute...

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4 h. ago Chinese worker requesting sick leave criticised for being weak and punished

A human resources supervisor in southeastern China triggered widespread public outrage and initiated a government investigation after verbally insulting an employee who requested sick leave for a fever, labelling her “too weak” and suggesting she seek psychiatric help. The controversy gained public attention on June 5, when a female employee – whose identity remains undisclosed – shared on social media that she had been verbally abused by her employer after asking for sick leave due to a...

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4 h. ago India moves to tap its rare earth reserves. Experts say it could become an alternative to China

India moves to tap its rare earth reserves. Experts say it could become an alternative to China  CNBC

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5 h. ago India, China agree to expedite resumption of direct air services

India, China agree to expedite resumption of direct air services  Reuters

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6 h. ago China delays approval of $35bn US chip merger amid Donald Trump’s trade war

China delays approval of $35bn US chip merger amid Donald Trump’s trade war  Financial Times

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6 h. ago China cautions citizens in Iran, warns those in Israel of potential attacks

China cautions citizens in Iran, warns those in Israel of potential attacks  Reuters

Events

7 h. ago China Labor Bulletin, a Rights Group in Hong Kong, Shuts Down

China Labor Bulletin, a Rights Group in Hong Kong, Shuts Down  The New York Times

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7 h. ago Dan Wang observes the grandeur and tragedy of the Chinese ‘engineering state’

Unlike tourists in many places, those visiting China for the first time often consider subway stations in major cities attractions in themselves for their sheer beauty, innovative designs, or simply their novelty. Hell, if nothing else, they are sparkling clean! Those such as Panda Avenue station in Chengdu and Rainbow station in Guangzhou are mentioned in tourist guides as places to visit. Several stations in Shenzhen look more like the halls found in many of Asia’s ultra-modern airports. From...

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7 h. ago My Take | Dan Wang observes the grandeur and tragedy of the Chinese ‘engineering state’

My Take | Dan Wang observes the grandeur and tragedy of the Chinese ‘engineering state’  South China Morning Post

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