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POLITICSJul 30China says key plenum will be held in OctoberChina’s top leaders will gather in Beijing in October for their most important meeting ahead of next year’s Communist Party congress, when a major reshuffle is expected and Xi Jinping is due to begin a fourth term as leader. After a meeting of the Politburo on Thursday, the nation’s top decision-making body said the fifth plenary session of the 20th Central Committee would be held in October, state news agency Xinhua reported. More than 370 full and alternate members of the Central Committee –...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 30China envoy makes a rare response after NZ foreign minister’s ‘go back’ slurA parliamentary clash in Wellington has elicited a subtle rebuke from Beijing after New Zealand’s Foreign Minister Winston Peters told a Chinese-born opposition lawmaker to “go back to your own country”. The comments on Wednesday prompted a rare social media response from Beijing’s envoy in Wellington, adding an international dimension to an already contentious domestic debate over governance and race relations in the South Pacific nation. The controversy erupted during a parliamentary debate on...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 30CIIS unveils annual diplomatic blue book , lays out China outlook on volatile global geopolitical landscapeCIIS has released its annual diplomatic blue book, outlining China's perspective on the current volatile global geopolitical environment. This report offers insights into China's foreign policy and international strategy.globaltimes.cn · China
POLITICSJul 30China warns of countermeasures after FCC restricts humanoid robot importsChina has warned of countermeasures following the FCC's decision to restrict the import of humanoid robots. This indicates a potential escalation of trade and technology-related tensions.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSJul 30Hong Kong official slams ‘bias against China’ after new article by Stephen RoachA senior Hong Kong finance official has hit back at criticism of the city’s prospects as “bias against China”, following a recent commentary by a prominent American economist who asserted that “the Hong Kong of old is over”. The government’s rebuttal did not directly name any specific critic but was published after Stephen Roach wrote an opinion article saying Hong Kong had become a mainland Chinese city. “Some critics appear to be driven by bias against China rather than objective analysis....South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 30Why did an Okinawan delegation visit a Beijing cemetery amid China-Japan tensions?Members of a delegation from the Japanese prefecture of Okinawa paid tribute to their ancestors at the historic Ryukyu Kingdom cemetery in Beijing, highlighting a legacy of ties that China is increasingly leveraging as a counterweight in its frictions with Tokyo. During the visit in June – first made public by the Global Times on Sunday – about a dozen delegates travelled to the site southeast of Beijing, which honours six centuries of ties between China and the former island nation later...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 30China threatens retaliation against U.S. humanoid robot ban, says it 'severely damages' relationsChina's Commerce Ministry said Thursday the U.S. Federal Communications Commission has repeatedly ignored Beijing's restrained stance.CNBC
POLITICSJul 30‘Negotiation fatigue’ risks stalling South China Sea code of conduct progressAsean’s optimism in concluding a long-awaited code of conduct (COC) in the South China Sea by the end of the year is not shared by observers who highlight that significant gaps remain in perspectives between the bloc and China, particularly between Beijing and the Philippines. Any consensus on the code is likely to be broad and symbolic, and while “negotiation fatigue” could set in, it is still important to keep dialogue flowing, according to analysts. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 29Pew Research: Mexicans now view China more favorably than the USIn fact, in most of the 36 countries surveyed by Pew — including Mexico, Spain, Italy, Australia and Argentina — more people have a favorable view of China than of the U.S. The post Pew Research: Mexicans now view China more favorably than the US appeared first on Mexico News DailyMexico News Daily
POLITICSJul 29Can China’s EV boom give it decisive edge in geopolitical tech war?China may increasingly seek to use its dominance in the global electric vehicle industry as geopolitical leverage, giving Beijing greater influence over countries dependent on its technology and supply chains, according to analysts. “With China, the strategy is different. It’s to overwhelm the industry, capture it, and use it ultimately as leverage,” said Michael Dunne, CEO of Dunne Insights, an auto advisory firm. “When it comes to crunch time, they say, ‘Oh, by the way, we’re the source of all...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 29US bans foreign - made humanoid robots , targets China over national securityThe US has banned foreign-made humanoid robots, specifically targeting China, citing national security concerns. This action reflects a significant policy decision regarding technology and international relations.tribuneonlineng.com · Nigeria
POLITICSJul 29US bans foreign - made humanoid robots , targeting China over national securityThe U.S. has banned foreign-made humanoid robots, specifically targeting China, due to national security concerns. This action highlights ongoing geopolitical tensions and technological competition.abc12.com · United States
POLITICSJul 29U . S . bans foreign - made humanoid robots , targeting China – NBC 5 Dallas - Fort WorthThe U.S. has banned foreign-made humanoid robots, with the policy specifically targeting China. This action impacts international technology trade and U.S.-China relations.nbcdfw.com · United States
POLITICSJul 29China condemns US move to sanction Chinese research institutionsChina has condemned a decision by the US to sanction Chinese research institutions. This action highlights rising diplomatic tensions between the two countries.aa.com.tr · Turkey
POLITICSJul 29Xi holds talks with Slovak president in Beijing -- China Economic NetChinese President Xi Jinping has held discussions with the Slovak president in Beijing. These talks represent ongoing diplomatic engagement between the two nations.en.ce.cn · China
POLITICSJul 29‘Take sides’? Malaysia insists on conditional neutrality amid US-China tech rivalryMalaysia is finding it increasingly difficult to stay neutral in the US-China rivalry as the superpowers lock horns over trade, investment and the security of advanced technology, according to a top government adviser. “They don’t make us take sides when it comes to foreign policy,” Tengku Zafrul Aziz, senior political adviser to Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, told This Week in Asia. “They ask me to take sides when it comes to security of technology.” Malaysia’s solution was...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 29China's timely celebration of the American Flying TigersThis squadron, which supported the Chinese army in the air against Japanese advances during World War II, has been used diplomatically by Beijing in an attempt to influence Washington's stance toward China.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSJul 29China calls for renewed Gulf talks , safe passage through Strait of HormuzChina is advocating for renewed diplomatic discussions regarding the Gulf region and ensuring secure transit through the Strait of Hormuz, a key international waterway.global.chinadaily.com.cn · China
POLITICSJul 29Should China aim for the lead in making AI rules for the world?Beijing should step in to fill the global “vacuum” in rules on artificial intelligence as a Chinese AI model opens up a policy divide in the United States, according to various institutions within China. The calls came after Beijing-based start-up Moonshot AI launched its Kimi K3 model earlier this month, sending shock waves through Silicon Valley and the White House. The model is reportedly almost as powerful as top US rivals and much cheaper. Moonshot, which was founded just three years ago,...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 28China , Slovakia eye stronger partnershipChina and Slovakia are exploring ways to strengthen their bilateral partnership. This indicates an effort to enhance diplomatic and potentially economic ties between the two nations.usa.chinadaily.com.cn · China
POLITICSJul 28Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang meets US officials as scrutiny grows over China chip accessNvidia chief executive Jensen Huang is meeting US officials and lawmakers in Washington this week amid reports that its export-controlled processors have been used to train advanced Chinese artificial intelligence models. Huang met with US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Tuesday, US outlet Axios reported, citing an anonymous source. Neither the US Commerce Department nor Nvidia confirmed that the meeting occurred, and its purpose was not disclosed. “Jensen is in DC to meet with leaders on...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 28China's chip tool push shows ASML caught in US-China squeezeYahoo Finance
POLITICSJul 28China accuses US of AI hegemonism , threatens countermeasures over potential probesasiaone.com · Singapore
POLITICSJul 28Trump threatens strong military action if Iran talks fail -- China Economic NetFormer President Trump has reportedly threatened strong military action if diplomatic talks with Iran fail. This signals a potential escalation in international relations.en.ce.cn · China