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MILITARYJul 13US recovery teams begin new search in China for remains of MIAs amid looming budget cutsUS recovery teams have started a new search in China for the remains of MIAs, even as looming budget cuts pose challenges. This effort underscores ongoing military commitments and international cooperation.navytimes.com · United States
POLITICSJul 13Exclusive - China detains US seismologist who has studied North Korean nuclear testsinternazionale.it · Italy
CONFLICTJul 13China reiterates call for free , safe Hormuz passage amid renewed US - Iran hostilitiesChina has reiterated its call for a free and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This statement comes amidst renewed hostilities between the United States and Iran, highlighting ongoing geopolitical tensions.tribune.com.pk · Pakistan
POLITICSJul 13Lindsey Graham’s death removes one of Washington’s most influential China hawksThe death of US Senator Lindsey Graham has removed one of Washington’s most influential advocates of a hardline approach towards China at a moment when Republicans are debating how aggressively the United States should confront Beijing and project military power overseas. On Monday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster appointed Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to fill the vacant Senate seat. McMaster said he spoke with Nordone by phone on Sunday and she agreed to serve. Attention is...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 13Nissan Motor competes in Formula E in China as it looks to boost its presenceNissan Motor is participating in Formula E racing in China as part of an effort to enhance its brand presence. This signifies a business strategy in the automotive and sports sectors.Seeking Alpha Tech
CONFLICTJul 13Trump wants to take over Hormuz as US - Iran truce unravels . China next move could decide whether fuel prices rise or fallmoneycontrol.com · India
BUSINESSJul 13Why ‘reverse tech transfer’ from China remains a non-starter in the US auto industryFor decades, Western carmakers complained that China forced them to hand over technology in exchange for access to the world’s largest auto market. Now the tables have turned. As Chinese carmakers capture global market share with cheaper, high-quality electric vehicles, countries including Canada and members of the European Union are embracing a “reverse tech transfer” strategy – by seeking Chinese investment and technology to strengthen their own industries. The United States, however, is...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 13Update : Thai PM to pay official visit to ChinaThe Thai Prime Minister is scheduled to undertake an official visit to China. This event signifies ongoing diplomatic relations between the two countries.beijingbulletin.com · China
MILITARYJul 13Việt Nam , China strengthen exchanges between military academiesVietnam and China are strengthening exchanges between their military academies. This indicates ongoing military cooperation and diplomatic ties between the two countries.vietnamnews.vn · Vietnam
SCI & TECHJul 13China works on AI safety benchmark as regulators target large model risksChina’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has started building a safety benchmark to evaluate artificial intelligence models, as regulators in the United States and Europe strengthen oversight of AI security. The MIIT-led National Industrial Information Security Development Research Centre is now recruiting companies and experts to co-build the benchmark, with applications due on Tuesday, according to a notice published on Monday. The institute said that current frameworks...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 13Economic Watch : China smart energy push opens new avenues for global cooperation - XinhuaChina's push for smart energy is creating new opportunities for global cooperation. This indicates a focus on sustainable development and international partnerships in the energy sector.english.news.cn
BUSINESSJul 13China to spur consumption in first five - year blueprintChina plans to stimulate consumption as part of its inaugural five-year economic blueprint. This signifies a strategic government initiative to boost domestic spending.examiner.com.au · Australia
MILITARYJul 13How Philippines is reshaping South China Sea defence, 10 years after Hague rulingA decade after a tribunal in The Hague ruled on July 12, 2016, that Beijing’s sweeping South China Sea claims had no legal basis, Philippine officials and analysts say Manila remains heavily outmatched at sea but has begun turning its landmark legal victory into a more credible form of deterrence. The Philippines brought the case in 2013 under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (Unclos), challenging Beijing’s nine-dash line and other claims. The tribunal ruled that China’s...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 13What China’s carrier recruitment drive says about PLA Navy’s long-term ambitionsChina’s aircraft carrier programme is entering a new phase as Beijing broadens its focus to improve the recruitment and training of the crews and pilots needed for operations far from the country’s home waters, according to a new report. The London-based International Institute for Strategic Studies said the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy was making sweeping changes to pilot recruitment and training. Rather than relying mainly on experienced aviators transferring from operational squadrons,...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 13China rejects US, Panamanian claims of ‘weaponising’ ship inspectionsChina has defended its inspections of Panama-flagged ships as routine safety checks, rejecting US and Panamanian accusations that it is weaponising shipping lines for geopolitical leverage. In Beijing on Monday, Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian said the measures were lawful and aimed at protecting navigation and the marine environment. “At present, port-state control inspections are an important measure for countries to manage the safety of foreign vessels calling at their ports and...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 13China graduate glut : millions of young people enter a job market with little use for themChina is facing a glut of university graduates entering a job market with limited opportunities. This indicates a significant socio-economic challenge concerning youth employment and economic structure.aol.co.uk · United Kingdom
POLITICSJul 13China prioritises renewable energy in new climate strategyChina has announced a new climate strategy that emphasizes the priority of renewable energy development. This policy change signifies a national commitment to sustainable energy sources.techcentral.ie · Ireland
MILITARYJul 13Japan ‘may have greater destructive potential in South China Sea than the US’A prominent Chinese maritime analyst has sounded the alarm over Japan’s increasing military presence in the South China Sea, warning it has a “destructive potential” that could ultimately surpass that of the United States. Speaking on Monday at a round table event in Hong Kong discussing security in the region, Wu Shicun, the founding president of China’s National Institute for South China Sea Studies, said “unilateral infringements” in the disputed waters were becoming “normalised”. He told the...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 13Global firepower 2026 : China tops the world biggest tank fleets , where is India ? A report on global military strength for 2026 indicates China possesses the largest tank fleet worldwide, prompting questions about India's standing. This details a comparative analysis of international military assets.businesstoday.in · India
SCI & TECHJul 13China’s drug industry pivots to AI-powered candidates to drive next wave of dealsAfter China’s cross-border deals for innovative drugs hit a record US$110 billion in the first half of 2026, the sector is now pivoting towards artificial intelligence-powered candidates to drive the next wave of transactions. China accounted for about 30 per cent of all new drugs currently under development worldwide, ranking second globally, according to Lan Gongtao, deputy director general of the Department of Drug Registration at the National Medical Products Administration. China’s...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 13China investor reveals 9-year hunt to bring fugitive fraudster ex-wife to justice after she fled to USA Shenzhen-based investment veteran has revealed on social media that he spent 13 million yuan (US$1.9 million) over nine years to send the woman who deceived him to prison. The story of Li Ping has drawn significant attention online. His 15-minute video, released on June 30, has garnered 69,000 likes and 9,000 comments, news portal guancha.cn reported. Li, 52, said in his clip that during the period from 1996 to 2014, he earned over 70 million yuan (US$10 million) from the stock market. In the...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHJul 13China to make car connectivity mandatory as US moves to tighten banChina will make vehicle connectivity a mandatory part of its automotive safety framework, as Washington seeks to block Chinese cars using the technology over national security concerns. A national standard released by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology on July 2 requires all new vehicles equipped with intelligent driver assistance systems to support continuous safety monitoring, data recording and remote management. The safety standard will apply to newly approved vehicle models...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHJul 13China joins US in reusable orbital rocket capabilityChina has become just the second country after the United States to achieve the controlled recovery of a reusable orbital space rocket. Friday’s successful capture at sea of the booster stage of a Long March-10B rocket after its maiden launch used a novel technique different from that of Elon Musk’s recently listed SpaceX and previous Chinese attempts. Instead of landing using extendable hydraulic legs, the rocket stage used its engines to position itself over a floating platform in the South...South China Morning Post
CONFLICTJul 13Is China’s massive island-building push at Antelope Reef nearing the finish line?New satellite images suggest China’s land reclamation at Antelope Reef in the South China Sea is nearly finished, according to researchers. One image taken on June 22 showed that dredgers within the lagoon of the teardrop-shaped coral atoll in the Paracel Islands had been replaced by cargo barges, an indication that land reclamation was near completion, London-based research group the Open Source Centre (OSC) said on social media on Friday. Meanwhile, four large, blue cylindrical storage silos...South China Morning Post