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scmp.com • Economics • China
Increased consumer spending in China, driven by government policies and improved economic sentiment, is showing signs of recovery, but the sustainability remains uncertain.
cnn.com • Economics • China
Trump's tariffs on Chinese goods have severely impacted the Yiwu wholesale market, causing significant losses for vendors and highlighting the ripple effects of the US-China trade war.
washingtonpost.com • Economics • China
Despite a strong start to 2025 with 5.4% economic growth, China faces challenges sustaining this momentum due to intensifying trade tensions with the United States and is implementing strategies to bolster domestic consumption.
cnn.com • Economics • China
China's manufacturing sector experienced its sharpest contraction in 16 months in April, primarily due to the impact of US tariffs, prompting Beijing to consider further economic stimulus measures.
theepochtimes.com • Economics • China
US sanctions and a worsening trade war are causing a massive unemployment crisis in China, potentially affecting tens of millions of jobs and leading to reverse migration.
theepochtimes.com • Economics • China
Increased US tariffs on Chinese goods are causing significant disruption to Chinese exporters, leading to decreased shipping, production halts, and a scramble to transition to the domestic market.
foreignpolicy.com • Economics • China
China's slowing economy and declining confidence are analyzed through four potential explanations for the leadership's inaction, ranging from misinformation to deliberate strategic choices.
theepochtimes.com • Economics • China
US tariffs are severely impacting Chinese exporters, potentially pushing the country's economy into a depression, according to experts.
nytimes.com • Economics • China
Amidst renewed US-China trade negotiations, China's struggling economy and high unemployment, particularly among young workers and in the manufacturing sector, are creating significant economic vulnerability.
wired.com • Technology • China
Chinese companies are rapidly integrating the open-source AI model DeepSeek into various applications, driven by cost-effectiveness, ease of use, and a desire to capitalize on the technology's growing popularity.
scmp.com • Technology • China
Loongson Technology's release of its next-generation AI processors, the 2K3000 and 3B6000M, marks a significant step in China's push for technological self-sufficiency.
forbes.com • Technology • China
The rapid success of China's DeepSeek AI model serves as a wake-up call for the US higher education system, highlighting the need for increased investment and focus on STEM education.
gadgetbond.com • Technology • China
Vivo's new X200 Ultra smartphone boasts a triple-camera system with Zeiss optics and a Photographer Kit, challenging the capabilities of dedicated cameras.
scmp.com • Technology • China
Chengdu, China, is offering US$72 million in subsidies to boost its semiconductor industry as part of the country's push for chip self-sufficiency.
nytimes.com • Technology • China
China's rapid factory automation, driven by AI-powered robots, is proving to be a key advantage in navigating trade disputes and maintaining its manufacturing dominance.
watoday.com.au • Technology • China
China's rapid adoption of robotics and AI in its manufacturing sector, driven by government initiatives and demographic shifts, is transforming its factories and raising concerns about job displacement.
scmp.com • Technology • China
A team of Chinese researchers, led by a former ASML scientist, has made a significant breakthrough in developing a domestically produced extreme ultraviolet (EUV) light source platform for advanced chip manufacturing.
scmp.com • Technology • China
A Shanghai research team has developed a vibration-damping technology that could significantly enhance the stealth capabilities of Chinese submarines by reducing their detectability.
dailymail.co.uk • Technology • China
The booming Chinese sex doll industry is leveraging AI to create hyper-realistic robots, including child-sized dolls, leading to ethical concerns and increased sales.
scmp.com • Technology • China
Chinese researchers have unveiled an AI system designed to inspect nuclear weapons, potentially impacting international disarmament talks and raising questions about AI's role in managing weapons of mass destruction.
edition.cnn.com • Politics • China
The absence of China's second-highest-ranking military officer, General He Weidong, from a high-profile tree-planting event has sparked speculation about a potential purge within the Chinese military.
nytimes.com • Politics • China
China's development of specialized barges capable of creating temporary bridges for troop and equipment transport is raising concerns about its potential to invade Taiwan.
foreignpolicy.com • Politics • China
The article argues that addressing China's use of Uyghur forced labor, beyond trade disputes, would be a more effective and ethically sound approach for the U.S.
theepochtimes.com • Politics • China
Amidst China's economic downturn and rising youth unemployment, Xi Jinping urges young people to work in rural areas, raising concerns about potential social unrest.
economist.com • Politics • China
Xi Jinping's emphasis on hard work during an awards ceremony for national model workers contrasts with the concerns of young Chinese amid a trade war with the US.
scmp.com • Politics • China
China's new regulations aim to enhance the protection of state secrets by implementing stricter screening of government officials and establishing specialized offices to oversee sensitive information.
scmp.com • Politics • China
Public backlash in China erupts over the promotion of a Communist Party official previously disciplined for misconduct, highlighting the ongoing debate about rewarding rehabilitated officials.
wsj.com • Automotive • China
A fatal car accident involving a Xiaomi electric vehicle in China caused a significant drop in the company's stock price, raising concerns about its driver-assistance system.
smh.com.au • Automotive • China
Chinese battery giant CATL is revolutionizing electric vehicle technology with advancements in battery charging speed and the introduction of sodium-ion batteries.
nytimes.com • Automotive • China
BYD, a Chinese automaker, has rapidly risen to become a major competitor to Tesla, surpassing it in global electric vehicle sales.
cnn.com • Automotive • China
BYD's luxury Denza brand unveiled its new Z model at Auto Shanghai, showcasing the company's ambition to compete with high-end Western automakers in China's booming EV market.
technologyreview.com • Automotive • China
China's dominance in the electric vehicle market is due to a combination of high domestic demand, successful domestic brands, and supportive government policies, but replicating this success in other countries may prove challenging.
newmobility.news • Science • China
Chinese scientists have developed a method to restore degraded lithium-ion batteries to near-factory conditions, potentially extending EV battery lifespan significantly and reducing environmental impact.
wired.com • Science • China
A new bacterium, Niallia tiangongensis, has been discovered on China's Tiangong space station, exhibiting unique adaptations for survival in microgravity and raising questions about its origin and potential risks to astronauts.
scmp.com • Science • China
A Chinese AI researcher's experience highlights a systemic issue where prestige and connections overshadow original research, hindering China's pursuit of technological progress.
scmp.com • Business • China
Despite trade tensions and uncertainty, several multinational corporations, including Toyota and Nissan, are significantly increasing their investments in China, demonstrating confidence in the Chinese market.
pv-tech.org • Business • China
Top four Chinese photovoltaic (PV) manufacturers, JinkoSolar, LONGi Green, JA Solar, and Trina Solar, collectively shipped over 65GW of PV modules in Q1 2025, despite facing challenges such as low prices and decreased profitability.
scmp.com • Business • China
A survey by the European Union Chamber of Commerce reveals record-low optimism among European businesses in China due to economic slowdowns and rising geopolitical tensions.
businessinsider.com • Military • China
China is building a massive new military headquarters near Beijing, potentially surpassing the Pentagon in size and serving as a command center and nuclear bunker.
scmp.com • Military • China
New research in China reveals that advancements in earth-penetrating nuclear weapons render even deeply buried bunkers vulnerable, challenging existing safety standards.
scmp.com • Military • China
China's Type 055 destroyer now integrates with airborne early warning systems for enhanced long-range strike capabilities, mirroring similar technology used in the recent Kashmir conflict.
scmp.com • Military • China
Chinese state media revealed key specifications of the DF-5 intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), including its range, payload, and accuracy, marking a rare disclosure of details about the country's nuclear arsenal.
telegraph.co.uk • Aviation • China
The three-engine design of China's next-generation stealth fighter, the J-36, likely stems from a need to power its advanced systems and high-power demands, highlighting both progress and limitations in Chinese fighter technology.
theage.com.au • Aviation • China
A Chinese paraglider experienced a near-fatal ascent to nearly 9 kilometers due to a phenomenon known as 'cloud suck,' prompting a temporary suspension of paragliding activities in the area and raising safety concerns.