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BUSINESSJun 23Indonesia hails China’s backing for panda bond amid investor concerns over rulesIndonesia’s efforts to woo back Chinese investors may be gaining traction after Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa returned from Beijing with a multibillion-dollar funding commitment and political backing for the Southeast Asian country’s debut yuan-denominated sovereign bond. Whether the bilateral talks translate into lasting investor confidence in Indonesia’s economic fundamentals remains to be seen, as global companies continue to weigh Jakarta’s shifting rules, challenging budget outlook...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 23China and Australia forge innovative agricultural alliance | The Maitland MercuryChina and Australia have forged an innovative agricultural alliance. This signifies a new collaboration in the agricultural sector between the two nations.maitlandmercury.com.au · Australia
BUSINESSJun 23China and Australia forge innovative agricultural alliance | The StandardChina and Australia have established an innovative agricultural alliance, aiming to enhance cooperation and development in the agricultural sector between the two nations. This collaboration suggests strengthening economic ties and potential benefits for both countries' agricultural industries.standard.net.au · Australia
POLITICSJun 23NSA Doval meets counterparts from BRICS grouping, discusses West Asia and India-China tiesMEA says Doval and Iran’s Nezamipour reviewed the situation in West Asia and discussed cooperation under the BRICS platform and India-Iran bilateral ties. On meeting with China’s Wang, it says the two sides noted progress towards gradual normalisation of tiesThe Hindu
POLITICSJun 23China targets US rare earth miners as Pentagon faces restocking rushChina put two US rare earth miners on its export control list, along with eight technology companies, in response to the US Department of Defence blacklisting Chinese businesses for their alleged ties to the People’s Liberation Army. MP Materials and USA Rare Earth will both be banned from buying Chinese exports with dual civilian and military uses, the Ministry of Commerce said on Monday. Motor maker Aveox and drone companies Red Cat and Teal Drones were among the other companies included in...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 23China’s evolving political economy, as seen through gaokao scrambleThis week, the results of China’s National Higher Education Entrance Examination, or gaokao, will be released. Within days, candidates will submit their prioritised preferences for universities and majors. Families will have to make the most consequential choices with imperfect information amid uncertainty. It is a sorting mechanism. Candidates need to find the right match by choosing programmes their gaokao results can gain them entry to. Historical admission marks only serve as indicative...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 23Li Qiang’s tech blueprint: turn China’s old industrial hubs into high-value powerhousesDuring an inspection of shipbuilding and nuclear power firms in China’s heavy industrial hub in the northeast, Premier Li Qiang pushed state-owned firms to achieve breakthroughs in high-end equipment manufacturing and to bolster the nation’s core industrial competitiveness. “Dalian’s shipbuilding industry boasts a long history and a solid foundation in developing high-end equipment manufacturing,” Li was quoted as saying by Xinhua during his visit to a state-owned shipbuilder in the harbour city...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJun 23How Japan seeks to win over allies by rebutting China over military spendingJapanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi’s pushback against China signals a calculated bid to fend off accusations of Tokyo’s “new militarism” by Beijing to ensure that the label does not stick and slow Japan’s security reforms. His comments in recent weeks on separate instances are aimed at shaping the perceptions of Tokyo’s state partners, according to analysts. Speaking in his first published interview with foreign media as defence chief on June 17, Koizumi questioned the accuracy of...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 23Is China’s risk tolerance reaching its limit with pause of African mine deal?As China’s relationship with African countries has deepened, the country’s influence is spreading into more areas. In the latest of a series of articles, Dulue Mbachu investigates the extent of Chinese investments in the continent and Beijing’s growing wariness about their security. Chinese regulators balked at Zijin Mining’s planned US$4 billion acquisition of Canadian company Allied Gold, placing it on hold to scrutinise the potential risks. As a result, the agreement for the deal, already...South China Morning Post
WORLDJun 23New China dog rental trend draws warnings of animal stress from frequent handler changesA dog-rental platform has sparked both curiosity and concern as China’s urban pet economy takes an unexpected turn. Launched on social media in March, the mini-programme known as “Wangbu,” which loosely translates to “dog walk,” enables residents in first-tier cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen to rent dogs by the hour for walks. After owners create profiles for their pets, renters coordinate pickup and return details directly with them. Fees typically range from 10 to 60 yuan (US$1.5...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 23China’s EV brands have Europe’s luxury marques in their sights: Zeekr executiveLuxury electric vehicle (EV) brands from China are poised to enter the same elite tier as established European marques by leveraging their disruptive technologies, according to Chinese EV maker Zeekr. “There is a gap between the demand for electric luxury cars and the supply, where Chinese carmakers have an edge,” said Zeekr vice-president Mars Chen. “I believe there will be one to two Chinese brands among the global top five [luxury vehicles].” With German giants Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Audi...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 23How China’s currency makes the EU's trade deficit worse – and what Brussels can doEU leaders last week pointed to the undervaluation of the yuan as a major factor in the EU’s record trade deficit with China, which Brussels is taking steps to address.EuroNews [en]
WORLDJun 23China and Africa’s evolving partnershipSouth China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 23GSMA MWC26 Shanghai Set to Gather Global Mobile Community as Mobile is Forecasted to Add Over $2 Trillion to China Economy by 2030The GSMA MWC26 Shanghai event is planned to bring together the global mobile community. This comes as the mobile sector is predicted to contribute over $2 trillion to China's economy by 2030.philippinetimes.com · Philippines
BUSINESSJun 23Xinhua Commentary : Global supply chains dont thrive behind walls -- China Economic NetA Xinhua commentary published by China Economic Net argues that global supply chains cannot flourish under protectionist policies or barriers. It emphasizes the importance of open international trade.en.ce.cn · China
POLITICSJun 23Starmer exit leaves Britain deeper political problems unresolved -- China Economic NetThis article discusses the political problems in Britain that remain unresolved after Keir Starmer's departure. It implies a significant political situation in the UK.en.ce.cn · China
POLITICSJun 23U . S . judge blocks Trump administration database of American private information -- China Economic NetA U.S. judge has blocked the Trump administration's database containing American private information. This action halts a government initiative concerning data privacy.en.ce.cn · China
WORLDJun 23Tourists in China call locals smelly, Philippine school shooting: 7 Asia highlightsWe have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week 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. Malaysian tourists in China scorned for calling locals ‘smelly’ A group of Malaysian tourists is facing intense backlash for filming strangers and mocking locals in China as “smelly”, sparking debate on travel etiquette and national image. 2. Indonesia market sell-off...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 23China Ticking Time Bomb : Why The National Pension Fund Could Run Dry By 2035China's national pension fund is predicted to run dry by 2035, posing a significant future financial challenge. This situation represents a major economic concern for the country.chiangraitimes.com · Thailand
SCI & TECHJun 23Study shows 4,000-year battle of Eastern and Western genes in China’s heartlandNingxia is a perfect example of how the East meets the West. Located in the northwest inland region of China, it is the intersection of the Eurasian steppe and Chinese farmlands. Fudan University, in collaboration with the Ningxia Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology and Northwest University, has recently conducted the largest ancient genomics research project in Ningxia. The researchers found that human genes from the East and the West have fused through wars and trade in this narrow...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 23Why “China First” Will FailThe limits and lessons of a transactional foreign policy.Foreign Affairs
MILITARYJun 23The Mirage of China's Military EdgePanic is misguided—and counterproductive.Foreign Affairs
BUSINESSJun 23China's 618 shopping festival growth slows sharply as consumer spending malaise persistsThe latest consumer data reinforce how consumption in China remains subdued.CNBC
POLITICSJun 23Wang Yi calls for India, China to accelerate resumption of stalled dialogue mechanismsA lengthier Chinese readout of the talks between NSA Ajit Doval and China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that the Chinese leader noted that “India is an important neighbour of China”The Hindu
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