43 m. ago Study shows how robots replaced master workers in Chinese military drone factory

In a Beijing defence drone facility, a black carbon-fibre body frame sits on a workstation ready for drilling. The material is light and strong, but a fractional error in angle or positioning could affect stealth performance and lead to the scrapping of the entire part. Master technicians once performed this task – breath held, hands steady – relying on years of muscle memory. Despite their skill, human limitations capped the speed of production and kept costs high. That changed with a...

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2 h. ago New faces, fresh energy: China showcases youthful promise at VNL in Beijing

New faces, fresh energy: China showcases youthful promise at VNL in Beijing  Xinhua

Politics

2 h. ago Why Trump’s nuclear export controls won’t stop China, may hurt US firms: analysts

China’s nuclear ambitions may face a slight setback from Washington’s reported export restrictions on power plant components, but Beijing will press ahead with its construction drive and intensify efforts to develop home-grown technologies as its domestic reactors mature, analysts said. The Trump administration has reportedly suspended licenses for the export of some nuclear power generation equipment to China. The US Department of Commerce issued the ruling in recent weeks, according to...

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2 h. ago ‘China is the enemy’: Leaked Russian intel document sparks fury, Beijing fumes over shocking charge

‘China is the enemy’: Leaked Russian intel document sparks fury, Beijing fumes over shocking charge  The Economic Times

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3 h. ago Ahead of US trade talks, China’s rare earth trade data from May sends a message

In a reflection of Beijing’s ability to quickly leverage its dominance over the critical-mineral supply chain, the value of rare earth elements exported by China last month plunged by nearly half compared with a year prior. The official data came as analysts have been saying that China’s export controls over large quantities of critical minerals are like the ultimate trump card in trade negotiations with the United States. The world’s second-largest economy exported rare earth elements worth...

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3 h. ago After days of protests, Beijing tells Chinese nationals in LA to avoid trouble spots

After days of protests, Beijing tells Chinese nationals in LA to avoid trouble spots  Malay Mail

Events

3 h. ago ByteDance’s China head of content quality leaves amid stricter censorship

ByteDance has parted ways with a senior executive who oversaw content moderation and data labelling for its China-focused apps, according to sources and media reports, as the Beijing-based company advances content security amid Beijing’s strict censorship requirements. Li Tong, who led the Content Quality and Data Service (CQC) team under Douyin Group, was no longer listed in ByteDance’s internal employee system, according to people familiar with the matter. Douyin, one of ByteDance’s core...

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3 h. ago Hong Kong students still unable to get US visa bookings: consultancy firms

Hong Kong tertiary students looking to study in the United States remain unable to secure visa appointments with the country’s local consulate, despite bookings becoming available in Beijing and other jurisdictions. Three education consultancies contacted by the Post said that they still could not book appointment slots for their clients as of Monday morning, further fuelling confusion among students amid Washington’s sudden policy shifts in recent days. Samuel Chan Sze-ming, managing partner at...

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4 h. ago India’s landmark production of Rafale fuselages a ‘welcome’ boost for defence

France’s Dassault Aviation will manufacture the main body section of its Rafale multirole fighter jets in India – the first time production has taken place outside France – in a move analysts say marks a strategic milestone in New Delhi’s push for defence self-reliance amid growing pressure to modernise its ageing air force. The fuselage of the Rafale fighter aircraft will be produced through a partnership with India’s Tata group, as part of a broader effort to expand domestic manufacturing of...

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5 h. ago 2025 Beijing Cyber Security Conference Opens, Focusing on Security Breakthroughs in the AI Era

2025 Beijing Cyber Security Conference Opens, Focusing on Security Breakthroughs in the AI Era  galvnews.com

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5 h. ago Beijing International Book Fair: Academic Publishing and Conferences

Beijing International Book Fair: Academic Publishing and Conferences  Publishing Perspectives

Society

6 h. ago Beijing airports witness surge in overseas departure tax refund applications

Beijing airports witness surge in overseas departure tax refund applications  Dimsum Daily

Politics

7 h. ago China Is Spying On Russia, Moscow Spy Agency Sees Beijing As 'The Enemy': Report

China Is Spying On Russia, Moscow Spy Agency Sees Beijing As 'The Enemy': Report  MSN

Politics

7 h. ago Beijing airports see surging tax refunds for overseas travelers

Beijing airports see surging tax refunds for overseas travelers  China Daily

Transport

8 h. ago Beijing says it will use Hong Kong exchanges to liquidate seized cryptocurrencies

Beijing says it will use Hong Kong exchanges to liquidate seized cryptocurrencies  Macao News

Politics

9 h. ago John Lee exclusive interview, Chinese rethink UK degrees: 5 weekend reads

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. ‘Don’t kill your successful DNA’: Hong Kong’s John Lee on tariffs, trade war 2. ‘It’s too much’: Chinese students reconsider UK degrees as policies harden 3. Loitering with intent: Beijing’s new silent South China Sea strategy? 4. Japan grows restless for next-gen fighter jets as progress with...

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9 h. ago China Targets Nationwide Expansion of Labor Pain Relief Services

China Targets Nationwide Expansion of Labor Pain Relief Services  All-China Women's Federation

Events

10 h. ago US companies push for lower Vietnamese tariffs as China hedge

US companies push for lower Vietnamese tariffs as China hedge  Financial Times

Politics

10 h. ago EconoScope | China's NEVs break through in Europe, accelerate overseas expansion

EconoScope | China's NEVs break through in Europe, accelerate overseas expansion  ecns.cn

Politics

11 h. ago China dominates France at FIVB Volleyball Nations League in Beijing

China dominates France at FIVB Volleyball Nations League in Beijing  ecns.cn

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