40 m. ago China’s PLA Daily slams US Golden Dome plan, warns of space arms race

China’s military newspaper has condemned America’s planned “Golden Dome” space-based missile defence system, warning that it may threaten global strategic stability and trigger an arms race in space. “The development of the Golden Dome system and the US Space Force’s rapid expansion have further militarised outer space,” a commentary in the PLA Daily warned on Thursday, adding that such moves could potentially intensify great power rivalry and challenge international arms control norms. The...

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1 hour ago China’s viral Labubu toy has an unlikely fan – the ruling Communist Party

As Chinese companies ponder how best to market their products internationally, the example set by Pop Mart – the Beijing-based brand behind the viral Labubu toy – has been praised by the country’s state media for the creativity that underlies its success. The wide-mouthed, bug-eyed toy’s global fan base is evidence of a shift in priorities for China as it transforms from a producer of low-value goods to a hub of innovation, Qiushi, the Communist Party’s top theoretical journal, said in a...

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1 hour ago Trump’s hand against Beijing is getting weaker as Chinese exports to the U.S. tank 34% YOY

Trump’s hand against Beijing is getting weaker as Chinese exports to the U.S. tank 34% YOY  MSN

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2 h. ago World's First Humanoid Robot Dealership to Open in Beijing in August

World's First Humanoid Robot Dealership to Open in Beijing in August  Yicai Global

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3 h. ago China’s Ant International to seek stablecoin licence in Hong Kong

Fintech firm Ant International, the global affiliate of Chinese tech giant Ant Group, said it would apply for a stablecoin issuer licence in Hong Kong once the new ordinance governing fiat-backed cryptocurrencies comes into effect in August. “We welcome the passage of the Stablecoins Bill and hope to contribute more to the city’s vision as a global hub for next-gen finance,” Ant International said in a statement on Thursday. “We plan to apply for the fiat-referenced stablecoins issuer’s...

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3 h. ago Ant International and Ant Digital to seek stablecoin licences in Hong Kong

Singapore-based Ant International and the Hangzhou-based Ant Digital, two affiliates of Chinese tech giant Ant Group, have announced plans to apply for stablecoin issuer licences in Hong Kong once the new ordinance governing fiat-backed cryptocurrencies takes effect in August. “We welcome the passage of the Stablecoins Bill and hope to contribute more to the city’s vision as a global hub for next-gen finance,” Ant International, a spin-off of Ant’s global operations, said in a statement on...

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3 h. ago 14th Chinese (Beijing) Defense Information Equipment & Technology Exhibition opens

14th Chinese (Beijing) Defense Information Equipment & Technology Exhibition opens  Global Times

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4 h. ago Trump’s ‘done deal’ with China just brings tariffs back to Liberation Day levels

Trump’s ‘done deal’ with China just brings tariffs back to Liberation Day levels  Fortune

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6 h. ago Chinese premier says officials must adapt to ‘complex and severe’ situation

Chinese Premier Li Qiang has urged the nation’s officials to improve their ability to anticipate challenges and accurately implement policies amid a turbulent geopolitical environment. “At present, the task to comprehensively promote the Chinese path to modernisation with high-quality development is heavy and difficult, with the external situation remaining complex and severe,” he said on Wednesday, as reported by state-run news agency Xinhua. During this difficult period, officials needed to...

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9 h. ago Chery’s stock to debut in third quarter in carmaker’s Hong Kong IPO

Chery Automobile, China’s second-largest automobile maker by volume, is aiming to complete its initial public offering (IPO) in Hong Kong in the third quarter of this year, said its chairman. The company, based in Wuhu city in eastern China’s Anhui province, has filed its intention to list on the Hong Kong stock exchange and use the city as its springboard for venturing into the global market, said Yin Tongyue during the 2025 Automotive Expo in the city. “We hope to have more of our...

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9 h. ago Chery to debut in third quarter as carmaker uses Hong Kong as a springboard

Chery Automobile, China’s second-largest carmaker by volume, is seeking to complete its Hong Kong initial public offering (IPO) in the third quarter of this year, its chairman said. At the 2025 International Automotive & Supply Chain Expo in Hong Kong on Thursday, Yin Tongyue said the company was seeking to use the city as a launching pad into the global market. Chery, based in Wuhu in eastern Anhui province, has filed its intention to list on the Hong Kong stock exchange. “We hope to have more...

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11 h. ago US President Donald Trump says rare earths deal 'done' with China

US President Donald Trump says rare earths deal 'done' with China  BBC

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11 h. ago Donald Trump's BIG announcement on trade deal with China, Beijing to supply THESE rare...

Donald Trump's BIG announcement on trade deal with China, Beijing to supply THESE rare...  DNA India

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11 h. ago With early stablecoin law, Hong Kong looks to keep edge as finance hub

With the passage of one of the world’s most comprehensive stablecoin laws two weeks ago, Hong Kong is looking to stay at the forefront of global finance while addressing lessons from past industry setbacks, according to analysts. Being a “first mover” in stablecoin legislation “reflects the determination” of the city’s government to “unlock value that they see in this sector, given the number of hurdles from past incidents”, said Melvin Deng, CEO of digital asset trading firm QCP Capital. Hong...

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12 h. ago Live updates: Trump attends 'Les Mis' at the Kennedy Center; Elon Musk says he regrets some posts about president

Live updates: Trump attends 'Les Mis' at the Kennedy Center; Elon Musk says he regrets some posts about president  NBC News

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12 h. ago Live updates: Washington readies for Trump's military parade; Elon Musk says he regrets some posts about president

Live updates: Washington readies for Trump's military parade; Elon Musk says he regrets some posts about president  NBC News

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12 h. ago U.S., China reach trade truce after two days of talks, Trump says

U.S., China reach trade truce after two days of talks, Trump says  The Globe and Mail

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13 h. ago US venture capital firm to unload stakes in 40 Chinese tech start

Shares of a few dozen China-based start-ups may be up for grabs as their investor, US venture-capital firm Eight Roads, plans to exit its Chinese technology holdings. The move, reported by Bloomberg on Tuesday, comes as geopolitical tensions and a sluggish Chinese economy prompt some global investors to retreat. Domestic and government-backed funds and financing products would increasingly drive start-up funding in the world’s second-largest economy, analysts said. Fidelity Ventures-backed Eight...

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13 h. ago Live updates: Washington preps for Trump's military parade; Elon Musk says he regrets some posts about president

Live updates: Washington preps for Trump's military parade; Elon Musk says he regrets some posts about president  NBC News

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14 h. ago Trump touts trade truce with China as White House searches for wins

Trump touts trade truce with China as White House searches for wins  The Hill

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