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BUSINESSJul 3New international land-sea corridor connects China's Xinjiang to AfricaThe intermodal route linking Xinjiang to Africa via the Fangchenggang Port in south China, was officially opened on Thursday.Africanews [en]
POLITICSJul 3Is China’s new ethnic unity law a step towards forced assimilation?The government says the law will help forge a shared national identity.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSJul 3‘Will never win genuine recognition’: China on India-Japan ‘free and open Indo-Pacific’ standChina has stated that the India-Japan 'free and open Indo-Pacific' stand will 'never win genuine recognition.' This indicates a clear difference in diplomatic positions between the nations regarding regional policy.Indian Express
POLITICSJul 3EU ‘tech sovereignty’: Uncoupling from the US and China?The EU is trying to assert its strategic independence in an unstable world – a world of bullies, as some members of the EU Parliament describe it. That means independence in matters of defence and energy supplies, but also in the whole field of tech. The European Commission says non-EU companies provide more than 80 percent of the EU’s digital products and services. One of the key proposals aimed at changing that is the “Tech Sovereignty Package”, which was presented in early June. With our guests, we dive into the initiative, explain the geopolitical context and ask what it would take for theFrance 24 [en]
BUSINESSJul 3EU will retaliate if China misses October trade deadline, von der Leyen says"We are basically prepared for everything, and we have all the instruments on the table," Ursula von der Leyen said, hinting at retaliation against China. The EU has imposed an October deadline to secure tangible results.EuroNews [en]
SCI & TECHJul 3China’s satellite engine smashes record, leaves US rival far behindChina has tested a satellite engine with a record-breaking operating life, a key technology that could help propel the world’s largest communications, military and deep-space spacecraft into their intended orbits faster and more reliably. The upgraded engine, developed by the China Academy of Aerospace Propulsion Technology in Xian, can produce 750 newtons of thrust, according to Chinese media reports. The Chinese engine fired for 11,617 seconds – 3.2 hours – across five orbit-raising manoeuvres...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 3China’s Momenta IPO oversubscribed 414 times as Hong Kong listings pack calendarChinese autonomous-driving start-up Momenta drew massive subscription numbers for its HK$5.89 billion (US$751 million) initial public offering in Hong Kong, even as it competed against five other issuers launching their IPOs at the same time. The Suzhou-based company’s bookbuilding closed on Friday. Preliminary figures showed that it attracted nearly 210,000 subscription applications, with the public offering subscribed 414 times, according to people familiar with the matter. Sponsored by China...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHJul 3AI skills required for 4 out of 10 graduate jobs in China, says recruitment portalChinese companies are seeking more fresh university graduates with backgrounds in artificial intelligence this year because widespread use of the technology is making their businesses more efficient, according to a recruitment portal based in Beijing. In the first five months of this year, nearly four out of every 10 job postings targeting fresh graduates were AI-related, compared with nearly three out of 10 in the same period last year, Maimai – a portal with 120 million users in mainland China...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 3India-Japan ties should not target third party: ChinaIndia and Japan also expressed "serious concern" at the situation in the East China Sea and South China Sea, and opposed unilateral actions that endanger freedom of navigation as well as attempts to change the status quo by forceThe Hindu
POLITICSJul 3October deadline for China talks 'not realistic at all', chief trade MEP saysBernd Lange, head of the European Parliament's trade committee, told Euronews the EU should be pushing China hard on unfair industrial subsidies and other pressing issues.EuroNews [en]
MILITARYJul 3‘Machine warfare is coming’: US, China urged to address military AI as global rules stallThe head of a top UN security think tank has warned that the international community, along with industry, must pivot to pragmatic dialogue on artificial intelligence (AI) in warfare, as a major global regulatory convention remains unlikely in the short term. “Machine warfare is coming,” said Robin Geiss, director of the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (Unidir), during a lecture at Tsinghua University in Beijing on Tuesday. He warned that AI was reshaping military operations on...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 3India-Bangladesh ties ease with visa restart amid China concernsIndia’s decision to resume tourist visas for Bangladeshi nationals marks the clearest sign yet of a thaw in strained ties, but analysts say the real test will be whether trade links can be rebuilt while Dhaka courts Chinese investment near India’s sensitive eastern flank. India began accepting tourist visa applications from Bangladeshis on Sunday, nearly two years after services were suspended amid the fallout from violent protests that forced former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina from...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 3Will China’s Fujian be first carrier to carry anti-torpedo system to beat Western subs?China’s Fujian is likely to be the world’s first aircraft carrier equipped with an anti-torpedo torpedo (ATT) system, representing a world-leading hard-kill capability, a Chinese military magazine has claimed. Commissioned in November, the Fujian is the PLA Navy’s third aircraft carrier and its first to be fully designed domestically. One of the warship’s distinguishing features is a six-tube 324mm (12.8-inch) lightweight torpedo launcher in place of the 12-tube depth charge launchers on the...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 3China’s BYD surpasses Tesla to regain lead in global EV raceChina’s electric vehicle (EV) king BYD has leapfrogged once more over Tesla to become the world’s largest battery-powered car manufacturer, spurred by its surging overseas shipments, despite posting an 8.2 per cent year-on-year drop in deliveries. As BYD gained the upper hand in the race against the US carmaker, it is the latest signal that China’s prowess in EVs is increasingly recognised by consumers around the globe amid an energy crisis. Tesla said in a statement on Thursday that it had...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 3China-EU trade, Xi touts ‘global influence’, Nato summitChina told the European Union that it is willing to increase purchases of EU goods to help pare a massive trade gap, potentially easing the risk of a trade war. Commerce Minister Wang Wentao suggested that China is open to purchase agreements covering European goods in trade talks this week with EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic, the South China Morning Post reported, citing unidentified people briefed on the discussions. Lower tariffs on EU imports were also discussed (see trade talks joint...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 3Unitree IPO to test valuations as venture capital floods China roboticsUnitree Robotics has secured approval from China’s securities regulator for a Shanghai initial public offering that is poised to set a valuation benchmark for China’s sizzling embodied AI sector. The nod from the China Securities Regulatory Commission came about a month after the Hangzhou-based company cleared a review by the Shanghai Stock Exchange’s listing committee. Unitree is now finalising its underwriting plan, pricing and share subscriptions for a potential debut as early as late...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 3German government pledges to defend trade, signalling tougher China stanceGermany’s ruling coalition has pledged to take a tougher line on defending trade at the continental level, signalling a potential shift by a country long seen as the European Union’s main brake on stronger action against China. The pledge formed part of a 34-point package to revive Germany’s ailing economy that German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s coalition agreed to on Thursday. While the document did not mention China, German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil said the government was adopting a...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 3China sends warning to Japan and the Philippines over ‘wrongful’ maritime talksChina has issued a legal warning to Japan and the Philippines over their planned maritime border talks, calling the move “internationally wrongful” and saying it had the right to hold both nations accountable. It is the latest protest from Beijing after Manila and Tokyo agreed in May to launch formal negotiations to delimit the maritime boundary of the exclusive economic zones and continental shelf between the two countries, which overlap with areas claimed by China. “The announcement,...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 3China’s services sector remains resilient in June, beating market forecastsChina's services sector demonstrated resilience in June, surpassing market forecasts. This indicates stronger-than-expected economic performance in a key sector.Seeking Alpha Tech
WORLDJul 3iQIYI Strengthens China's Comedy Ecosystem as "The King of Stand-Up Comedy" Returns for Season 3BEIJING , July 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 3, iQIYI, China's leading online entertainment platform, announces that its original hit comedic variety show "The King of Stand-Up Comedy" returns for its third season. The new season will be available simultaneously on iQIYI and iQIYI International, bringing the latest chapter of the platform's comedy franchise to a global audience. Carrying forward the series' core spirit of "from nobody to somebody," the new season gathers a diverse lineup of stand-up comedians and manzai duos from various comedy clubs across China. Welcoming back old friends alongside fresh talent, the season gives performers a broader stage to share authentic stories rooted in everyday life, showcasing a wide range of comedic perspectives. A Franchise with Proven Cultural Pull Now entering its third year, "The King of Stand-Up Comedy" has established itself as one of China's most influential comedy franchises and a signature title in iQIYI's summer lineup. The first season 's iQIYI popularity index broke 9,400, propelling the show to the top of iQIYI's 2024 variety popularity index and dominating variety show rankings across several prominent third-party data platforms. Season 2 , which premiered in July 2025, sustained that momentum, generating over 5,100 trending topics and topping the third-party platform Enlightent's August 2025 "Dominating Screen Chart of Variety Shows," making it the only comedy program to earn that distinction that year. The series' appeal goes beyond ratings and popularity. In Season 2, one comedian's routine about airline uniform policies prompted policy reviews at several Chinese carriers, a demonstration of how the show's humor connects to broader public conversations. From Hit Shows to Lasting Franchises "The King of Stand-Up Comedy" is a testament to iQIYI's ongoing efforts to develop long-running seasonal IPs. Alongside established franchises such as "The Rap of China," which brought hip-hop culture into the mainstream in China, and "The Blooming Journey," a travel-themed reality show anchored in female-centric storytelling, iQIYI has built a portfolio of standout seasonal IPs that speak to the full breadth of consumer tastes. With Season 3 of "The King of Stand-Up Comedy," iQIYI continues to deepen that portfolio, reinforcing its position as China's leading destination for original content that resonates season after season. Contact: iQIYI Press, press@qiyi.comen_prnasisa · pakistan
POLITICSJul 3Ex-HK bookseller Lam Wing-kee, detained by China in 2015, dies in Taiwan at 70Lam was one of five people from Causeway Bay Books who disappeared in 2015. He later detailed his detention by Chinese authorities.NPR News
SCI & TECHJul 3‘Totally unexpected’: China’s trial Taklamakan Desert wheat yield doubles national averageA demonstration wheat plot in China’s vast Taklamakan Desert has produced a harvest nearly double the national average yield recorded in 2025, according to a project announcement. The wheat, known as Jingmai 189, was developed by the Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences to withstand drought, saline soil and nutrient-poor land. The trial on a managed, heavily saline plot produced a harvest of 768kg per mu (about 11.5 tonnes per hectare or 10,278lbs per acre) compared with the...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 3DBS China unit to raise US$295mil from bond sale, term sheet showsSINGAPORE: DBS Bank (China) Ltd, the mainland China unit of Singapore's DBS Group, plans to issue 2 billion yuan ($295 million) of onshore Tier 2 capital bonds, according to a term sheet on Tuesday.thestar_my · malaysia
MILITARYJul 3What a seating chart might reveal about the future of China’s military leadershipTwo Chinese generals were seated for the first time alongside top People’s Liberation Army officers in a high-profile ceremony this week – a clear sign that they have emerged as front-runners for the leadership of the world’s largest standing army. During an evening gala marking the 105th anniversary of the Communist Party’s founding on Monday, lieutenant generals Zhang Shuguang and Wang Gang were seated at the front of the section reserved for military leadership. At the event, attended by...South China Morning Post
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