63 m. ago Nike CEO Elliot Hill’s Turnaround Plan Hits a Roadblock In China

Nike CEO Elliot Hill’s Turnaround Plan Hits a Roadblock In China  observer.com

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10 h. ago China's game industry reaches new heights, while overseas expansion gains momentum

China's game industry reaches new heights, while overseas expansion gains momentum  China Daily - Global Edition

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10 h. ago Alipay+ announces sponsorship deal with WNBA team New York Liberty amid global push

Ant International, the Singapore-based affiliate of Chinese fintech giant Ant Group, on Friday announced a partnership with the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) team New York Liberty. The multi-year initiative would see the company’s Alipay+ fintech platform become an “official sponsor” and “innovation partner for sustainability” of the team, to “jointly support community programmes designed to advance community empowerment, environmental sustainability and youth development”...

Economics

11 h. ago Beijing eyes becoming a leading global hub for resolving intl commercial disputes

Beijing eyes becoming a leading global hub for resolving intl commercial disputes  China Daily

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12 h. ago China’s video game sales reach record in 2025 amid overseas expansion, AI investment

China’s video game industry revenue grew 7.7 per cent to a new high this year, as domestic titles from the likes of Tencent Holdings and NetEase continued to expand globally and bets on artificial intelligence paid off, according to data released on Friday by the country’s semi-official gaming industry association. The country’s gaming market posted total sales of 350.8 billion yuan (US$49.8 billion) for the year, breaking the previous record of 325.8 billion yuan set last year. The numbers were...

Economics

12 h. ago Nike shares drop 10.5% after China sales plummet, tariffs hit earnings

Nike shares drop 10.5% after China sales plummet, tariffs hit earnings  Anadolu Ajansı

Economics

13 h. ago Opinion | China's domestic market stands as one of world's most valuable strategic assets amid slowing global growth

Opinion | China's domestic market stands as one of world's most valuable strategic assets amid slowing global growth  中青在线

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13 h. ago China–Cartel Nexus: The Liquidity Architecture Transforming the Global Drug Economy

China–Cartel Nexus: The Liquidity Architecture Transforming the Global Drug Economy  New Lines Institute

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14 h. ago Lululemon sees China business surge despite global profit decline

Lululemon sees China business surge despite global profit decline  Dao Insights

Economics

15 h. ago Chinese FM firmly opposes US FY2026 defense act’s negative China provisions, urges Washington to not implement them

Chinese FM firmly opposes US FY2026 defense act’s negative China provisions, urges Washington to not implement them  Global Times

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15 h. ago ‘An Absolutely Extraordinary Vision of China’: Shen Yun Begins Global Tour With Shows in France

‘An Absolutely Extraordinary Vision of China’: Shen Yun Begins Global Tour With Shows in France  NTD News

Politics

17 h. ago "2023 Beijing Tour for Hong Kong Talents": A Milestone in Strengthening Ties between Hong Kong and Beijing

"2023 Beijing Tour for Hong Kong Talents": A Milestone in Strengthening Ties between Hong Kong and Beijing  City University of Hong Kong

Politics

19 h. ago Myanmar hospital air strikes heighten election turmoil amid global inaction

The Myanmar junta’s recent air strikes on a hospital just days before a general election this month are aimed at securing more territory and “intimidating” voters while major powers look the other way due to their own economic and strategic interests, according to analysts. The country’s junta said last Wednesday’s air strikes on a hospital in Mrauk-U in the western state of Rakhine were part of a counterterrorism operation targeting armed groups using the facility as a base for their...

Politics

19 h. ago China’s heat pump tech, Tokyo clarifies Taiwan stance to Beijing: SCMP’s 7 highlights

We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. China’s ultra-hot heat pump breakthrough paves way for melting ore with sunlight For over a century, the dream of efficiently concentrating low-grade heat into high-temperature industrial energy has been constrained by a stubborn...

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19 h. ago China’s Outsized Role in West Africa’s Illegal Resource Trade

China’s Outsized Role in West Africa’s Illegal Resource Trade  The China-Global South Project

Events

19 h. ago Energy Asia 2025 offers clear road map for sustainable global net

The need for a flexible mindset, long-term investment and cooperation between Asian nations as the world embraces more sustainable ways to produce, distribute and consume energy were the key action points from top-level discussions involving policymakers and industry leaders. The three-day Energy Asia 2025 forum in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, hosted by the Malaysian energy company, Petronas, examined how Asia can meet its soaring energy needs while advancing its climate goals, a difficult balance...

Politics

21 h. ago As global scrutiny grows, Chinese firms look to call Singapore home

As global scrutiny grows, Chinese firms look to call Singapore home  Reuters

Politics

21 h. ago China, Ukraine Diplomats Discuss Russia Invasion in Beijing Talks

China, Ukraine Diplomats Discuss Russia Invasion in Beijing Talks  The China-Global South Project

Politics

21 h. ago Hong Kong stocks cap longest rising streak in 3 weeks on cooling US inflation data

Hong Kong stocks rose for a third day on Friday, sending the benchmark gauge to its longest winning streak in three weeks, after softer US inflation data bolstered the case for monetary easing and allayed concerns about frothy valuations of global equities. The Hang Seng Index advanced 0.8 per cent to 25,690.53 at the close, paring the weekly loss to 1.1 per cent. The Hang Seng Tech Index gained 1.1 per cent. On the mainland, the CSI 300 Index climbed 0.3 per cent and the Shanghai Composite...

Politics

21 h. ago China Outbound Fund Products Hit Hurdle in Blow to Global Firms

China Outbound Fund Products Hit Hurdle in Blow to Global Firms  Bloomberg.com

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