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BUSINESSJul 28Can China and Indonesia’s strong financial ties withstand ‘resource nationalism’?Back in 2009, when China’s economy was expanding at about twice today’s pace, a little-known private firm made a quiet bet on uncharted territory: Indonesia. The company was on a quest: to secure nickel, a vital industrial metal used in stainless steel production and, increasingly, to power advanced batteries. That bet proved lucrative. By leveraging Indonesia’s vast nickel reserves – the world’s largest – and securing greater control over upstream supplies, Tsingshan Group has grown into a...South China Morning Post
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
SCI & TECHJul 28Scandal Exposes Limits of China’s Scientific RiseThe death of a child during an experimental gene-editing trial renews questions about biotech ethics and ambitions.Foreign Policy
SCI & TECHJul 28China is using the steel playbook on AI and America tech billionaires are standing in the blast zoneChina is reportedly applying strategies from its steel industry to artificial intelligence development, which could significantly impact American tech billionaires and the broader industry.finance.yahoo.com · United States
CONFLICTJul 28Taiwan raises concerns with China via third - party channels amid maritime operationsTaiwan has conveyed concerns to China through indirect channels amidst ongoing maritime operations. This indicates heightened tensions and diplomatic efforts to manage regional stability.taiwansun.com · China
WORLDJul 28A promise to nature : China adds new site to World Heritage bird sanctuariesChina has added a new site to the World Heritage bird sanctuaries, demonstrating a commitment to nature conservation. This expansion helps protect global biodiversity.asiabulletin.com · China
MILITARYJul 28China J - 16 Shows High - Volume BVR Warfare Strategy : Can the Indian Su - 30MKI Do the Same ? China's J-16 aircraft demonstrates a high-volume Beyond Visual Range (BVR) warfare strategy, prompting a question about the Indian Su-30MKI's similar capabilities. This article discusses military aviation tactics and comparative air power.idrw.org · India
POLITICSJul 28China's chip tool push shows ASML caught in US-China squeezeYahoo Finance
BUSINESSJul 28Rising CIIE participation signals foreign firm strong confidence in China marketIncreasing participation in the CIIE indicates strong confidence among foreign firms in the Chinese market. This suggests a positive trend in international business engagement with China.jamaicantimes.com · Jamaica
BUSINESSJul 28Rising CIIE participation signals foreign firm strong confidence in China marketIncreased participation in the CIIE indicates strong confidence among foreign firms in the Chinese market. This suggests a positive outlook for international business engagement with China.heraldglobe.com · United States
BUSINESSJul 28China hits back at criticism over excess industrial capacity as more US tariffs loomChina has responded to criticism regarding its industrial overcapacity, as the possibility of additional US tariffs increases. This indicates rising trade tensions between the two major economies.naharnet.com · Syria
BUSINESSJul 28Rising CIIE participation signals foreign firm strong confidence in China marketIncreased participation in the CIIE indicates strong confidence from foreign firms in the Chinese market. This suggests a positive outlook for China's international trade relations.trinidadtimes.com · Trinidad and Tobago
MILITARYJul 28What does deeper tech integration during US-led Rimpac mean for China?This year’s US-led Rim of the Pacific (Rimpac) military exercises around Hawaii displayed a higher level of integration of new technology in allied operations, with deterring Beijing in mind, experts said. From Japanese land-based anti-ship missiles to US attack submarines and exploding drone boats, allied forces linked troops on shore with aircraft, surface and undersea vessels to form a single network able to find, track and attack the same maritime target. The drills, which ran from June 24...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 28China woos Slovakia with AI, robotics pitch as EU trade friction mountsChina and Slovakia should explore cooperation in clean energy, robotics and artificial intelligence, as the European nation navigates growing trade tensions between Beijing and the EU. That was the message Chinese President Xi Jinping gave to Peter Pellegrini in talks on Tuesday morning as part of the Slovak president’s three-day visit to China, the first by the country’s head of state in 16 years. Slovakia has relatively warm relations with China, as one of the few EU and Nato members to have...South China Morning Post
HEALTHJul 28What’s behind China’s recent spike in Covid-19 cases? And is it anything to worry about?China has seen a spike in Covid-19 in recent weeks, overtaking influenza as the top respiratory pathogen for the first time this year, but most patients experienced mild symptoms, while the medical authorities said data suggested the infection rate was significantly lower than last year’s peak. The spread of the Omicron NB.1.8.1 variant has reached a “moderate transmission level”, according to the Chinese Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC does not give a weekly total of...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 28Mercedes gets shares boost on stable second quarter despite China woesYahoo Finance
SCI & TECHJul 28China teenager wins praise for developing app to remind grandpa to take daily medicationAn 18-year-old boy in Shanghai, who created a simple app using artificial intelligence (AI) to remind his grandfather to take his medication on time, has gained significant attention on social media and received widespread acclaim online. Ma Kai, a recent secondary school graduate, took the national university entrance exam, known as the gaokao, in June. His story came to light when he was interviewed by the Shanghai Morning Post as an ordinary young visitor at the World Artificial Intelligence...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 28Top Los Angeles diabetes doctor Shen Yang joins China’s Westlake UniversityEven top American doctors are now relocating to China. On July 21, Westlake University in Hangzhou announced that Shen Yang, a top endocrinologist in Los Angeles, had joined its medical school. Shen’s move is striking because of her credentials, which include over 16 years of clinical experience in the United States, board certifications in internal medicine and endocrinology, and a thriving practice in southern California. She is the first clinical doctor at the Westlake University school of...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 28AM Markets Need to Know: China advances chip tools, AI credit risk rises, and moreMorning market insights highlight China's advancements in chip tools and the rising credit risk associated with AI. These are key developments for markets to consider.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSJul 28Mercedes-Benz cuts sales forecast as profit rises despite China weaknessGerman premium carmaker Mercedes-Benz reported a 22% rise in second-quarter operating profit but cut its full-year car sales forecast due to weakness in China.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSJul 28Taiwan reportedly probes Nvidia office over alleged AI chip smuggling to ChinaTaiwan is reportedly investigating Nvidia's office concerning alleged smuggling of AI chips to China. This probe highlights international trade control issues and the sensitive nature of advanced technology transfers.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSJul 28China’s rare earth reserves could be much larger than reported: leading geologistThe world’s largest known rare earth deposit in northern China could contain far more resources underground than currently reported, according to a leading Chinese geologist. Containing 100 million tonnes of rare earth reserves, the Bayan Obo mine in the Inner Mongolia autonomous region has served as the backbone of China’s rare earth industry for decades. According to Yang Li, a Peking University geologist, “Bayan Obo’s rare earth resources have been the dominant source of global rare earth...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 28China's BYD rolls out ultracompact EV to challenge Japan's minicar marketChina's BYD Co. on Tuesday launched a new ultracompact electric vehicle developed specifically for Japanese customers to challenge the country's minicar market, long dominated by domestic automakers. The…Japan Today
DISASTERJul 28Two strong earthquakes strike China Qinghai provinceTwo strong earthquakes have struck China's Qinghai province, indicating significant seismic activity in the region.bordermail.com.au · Australia