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CYBERJul 24China’s Kimi K3 ‘significantly below’ US rivals in hacking power, UK-US study showsChinese unicorn Moonshot AI’s Kimi K3 model trails far behind top American rivals in its ability to launch cyberattacks, joint British-US government research shows, challenging Washington’s brewing anxiety over the rapid rise of Chinese open-source artificial intelligence. The model, currently considered China’s most powerful large language model, performs “significantly below the most recent frontier cyber-capable models”, according to a report published on Thursday by the UK Artificial...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 24China’s 15th five-year plan for renewable energy developmentChina unveiled its 15th five-year plan for renewable energy on Thursday. Below are the key targets outlined in the blueprint, which was released jointly by the National Development and Reform Commission and National Energy Administration. See original document in Chinese: 可再生能源发展“十五五”规划 by scmpSouth China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 24China - ASEAN unity and cooperation highlighted at foreign minister gathering in ManilaA foreign minister gathering in Manila highlighted unity and cooperation between China and ASEAN. This event is significant for regional diplomatic relations.asianews.network · China
BUSINESSJul 24Mercedes - Benz responds to China SUV threatMercedes-Benz is responding to a competitive threat from SUV manufacturers in China, indicating shifts in the automotive market.canberratimes.com.au · Australia
BUSINESSJul 24Securities watchdog to channel more medium- and long-term capital into China marketsChina’s securities watchdog has pledged to channel more medium- and long-term capital into the country’s stock markets and fortify financial defences against external shocks, as authorities move aggressively to stabilise sentiment following recent market turbulence. At a meeting on Thursday, the China Securities Regulatory Commission announced a raft of measures aimed at maintaining smooth market operations and reinforcing the capital market’s resilience. The regulator said it would “more...South China Morning Post
DISASTERJul 24China braces for heavy rain as tropical storm Noul edges closerChina on Friday warned of heavy rain and severe flood risks ‌as the third tropical cyclone this month tracked closer to the country's southern coast, where it is…Japan Today
BUSINESSJul 24Fresh US tariffs on 60 countries; first China duo win Fields Medal: SCMP’s 7 highlightsWe have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. US slaps fresh tariffs on China, 50-plus countries in latest wave The United States imposed late on Thursday a fresh wave of tariffs against 60 countries, including China, Japan, South Korea, India and European Union member states,...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 24China tells Australia to back off over South China Sea as tensions build at ASEAN SummitChina has warned Australia regarding its stance on the South China Sea, as tensions escalate during the ASEAN Summit. This reflects ongoing geopolitical friction over disputed territories.sbs.com.au · Australia
BUSINESSJul 24What is China Kimi K3 and why is the US so rattled by it ? | BusinessThe article explores the nature of "China Kimi K3" and the reasons behind the United States' concern regarding it. This indicates a significant new development in international business or technology.kten.com · United States
POLITICSJul 24Is China prepared to give up control ? The article raises a question about whether China is prepared to relinquish control. This likely pertains to political or governmental authority.businesstimes.com.sg · Singapore
WORLDJul 24The Finish Line that Changed China : Retracing the Long March to YananThe article retraces the historical Long March to Yanan, describing it as a pivotal event that transformed China. It explores a significant moment in the nation's past.prnewswire.com · United States
POLITICSJul 24Vatican and Beijing agree on new China bishop as ordination fills 20-year vacancyJoseph Chang Yanfeng was ordained bishop of Chifeng in China’s northern Inner Mongolia autonomous region on Wednesday, highlighting the uneasy diplomatic engagement between Beijing and the Vatican on the sensitive issue of Catholic appointments. According to Vatican News, Pope Leo XIV approved Chang’s appointment on June 15, under the terms of the 2018 provisional agreement between the Holy See and Beijing. The ordination fills a vacancy for the Catholic diocese of Chifeng that had lasted nearly...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 24Nobel economist on anti-China, anti-science US, AI’s risksSimon Johnson is a professor of entrepreneurship at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). A former chief economist of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), he won a joint Nobel Prize for economics in 2024 for his research into how institutions shape national prosperity. On June 8, the British government announced Johnson as chair of its new AI Economics Institute. In this interview, conducted on the sidelines of the UBS Asian Investment Conference in Hong Kong, Johnson discussed the...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 24Ice - and - snow economy booms during summer in N China Shijiazhuang _ Guangming OnlineThe 'ice-and-snow economy' in Shijiazhuang, North China, is experiencing a boom during the summer months. This indicates growth in a specific economic sector in the region.en.gmw.cn
BUSINESSJul 24China Record Trade Surplus and What It Means for Thailand EconomyChina has achieved a record trade surplus, and the article examines the potential implications of this development for the economy of Thailand. This indicates significant economic activity with regional effects.thailand-business-news.com · Thailand
SCI & TECHJul 24U.S., other nations back open-source AI with 'strong security' at China summitThe APEC statement is the first to include open-source cooperation at a minister level, said Li Lecheng, China's industry and information technology minister.CNBC
WORLDJul 24China Inspired Nigeria Local Content Creation - JonathanAccording to Jonathan, China has served as an inspiration for local content creation in Nigeria. This highlights a form of international influence and collaboration.leadership.ng · Nigeria
POLITICSJul 24This year elections will bring new faces to Chinatown , Iwilei areasElections this year are expected to introduce new individuals to political representation in the Chinatown and Iwilei areas. This indicates a change in local political leadership.hawaiipublicradio.org · United States
BUSINESSJul 24China's largest memory chipmaker sparks fears of a cash drain before blockbuster IPOCXMT is stoking fears that its blockbuster stock market debut could pull cash from China's equities.CNBC
BUSINESSJul 24Why the divorces of China’s A-share firm owners provoke market nervesChina’s A-share market has seen another high-profile divorce case result in a massive asset split, involving the transfer of 6 billion yuan (US$886 million) – the highest this year – and raising concerns over corporate governance stability and share price fluctuations. Although the scope of the divorce settlement is not at all comparable to that of Jeff Bezos or Bill Gates, it has made tens of thousands of retail investors worry about their portfolio holdings and paper wealth. Maxone...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHJul 24China targets new space-based computing network to process data born in orbitChina has unveiled its latest ambitious space-based computing network designed to process satellite data in orbit using AI before sending the results to Earth. Xingshu, or “Star Hub”, will eventually comprise around 1,000 satellites, according to Chi Nan, an optical communications professor at Fudan University. The network is being jointly developed by Fudan and Shanghai Xingshu Tiansuan Space Technology Co. It would offer on-demand, time-based computing services in orbit, allowing governments,...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 23World Bank confirms plan to phase out China lending by 2031The World Bank has confirmed its intention to gradually discontinue lending to China by the year 2031. This represents a major shift in international financial policy and development aid.hindustantimes.com · India
SCI & TECHJul 23More Americans think China is world leader in AI, new survey revealsMore than one-third of Americans see China, and not the United States, as the global leader in artificial intelligence (AI), according to a Pew Research Centre survey released on Thursday, as US President Donald Trump confirmed the technology would be on the agenda when his Chinese counterpart visits the US later this year. The survey found that 36 per cent of Americans believe China is more advanced than the United States in developing artificial intelligence. By comparison, only 12 per cent...South China Morning Post
DISASTERBREAKINGJul 23Death toll from southwest China landslide rises to 11theadvocate.com.au · Australia