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BUSINESSJun 24EU and China need a grand bargain to avoid a trade warAs European leaders convened at the European Council meeting in Brussels this month, the spectre of a full-blown trade war with China cast a long shadow over the proceedings. Amid ongoing anti-subsidy probes into Chinese green technology and the looming threat of retaliatory tariffs, the economic bedrock of the China-EU relationship appears increasingly fragile. Yet, beneath the hawkish political rhetoric, recent high-level meetings between European officials and their Chinese counterparts...South China Morning Post
WORLDJun 24First of its kind queer museum in San Francisco Chinatown amplifies Chinese LGBTQ+ artistsA new, first-of-its-kind queer museum has opened in San Francisco's Chinatown. The museum aims to showcase and promote the work of Chinese LGBTQ+ artists.news4jax.com · United States
POLITICSJun 24ASML EUV in China? The rumour is ridiculed but it reveals a tougher reality on the groundFor anyone closely watching the semiconductor industry, the recent saga around ASML’s denial of possible EUV (extreme ultraviolet) lithography shipments to China, in an apparent response to US concern, may sound almost absurd at first. The machine at the centre of the discussion is not a laptop-sized piece of equipment that can be easily packed into a shipping carton. ASML’s EUV lithography systems weigh about 180 tonnes, contain a vast number of precision components, are shipped to customers in...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHJun 24China’s medical AI breaks ground as surgical robot wins EU approval, model tops benchmarkMedical AI from China has reached new milestones, with a teleoperated surgical robot gaining access to the European Union market and a clinical-grade model topping a major healthcare benchmark developed by OpenAI. Shanghai MicroPort MedBot said its Toumai Remote robot, which allowed surgeons to remotely conduct laparoscopic surgeries, had received the “CE mark” from the European Union, a mandatory requirement to enter the market, according to its Hong Kong stock exchange filing on Monday. The...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 23Will Andy Burnham shake up the UK’s China policy if he becomes prime minister?British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s likely replacement could continue the outgoing leader’s pragmatic approach towards China, though addressing economic challenges at home would remain the most immediate priority, observers say. Clearing the way for the selection of the UK’s seventh prime minister in a decade, Starmer announced on Monday his intention to step down, succumbing to mounting pressure within his Labour Party as his popularity dwindled. Shortly after Starmer’s resignation, Andy...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 23The Structural Limits of the EU China Policy – The DiplomatThis article from The Diplomat analyzes the inherent structural limitations within the European Union's policy towards China. It explores the challenges and constraints impacting the effectiveness of this significant bilateral relationship.thediplomat.com · China
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]
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
MILITARYJun 22As Europe rearms, can it decouple its military supply chains from China?Europe’s defence industry would gradually reduce its reliance on China during the continent’s ongoing rearmament drive, rather than decouple completely, analysts said. On Wednesday, during the Group of Seven summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, the leaders of France, Germany, the UK, Italy, the US, Canada and Japan signed a declaration on securing supply chains for critical minerals. Without naming China, the leaders agreed to “significantly reduce” their dependency on a “single supplier outside...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 22EU's phase-out of China-made inverters gets a reality checkAs the EU plans to ban Chinese power inverters from EU-funded projects over cybersecurity fears, industry and investors are warning that European supply can't yet replace Chinese suppliers any time soon.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSJun 22CKGSB Hosts 10th Economic Symposium in Beijing , Spotlighting China - ASEAN and China - Europe Economic TiesThe CKGSB hosted its 10th Economic Symposium in Beijing, focusing on economic ties between China and ASEAN, as well as China and Europe. This event discusses regional and international economic relations.malaysiasun.com · Malaysia
BUSINESSJun 22CKGSB Hosts 10th Economic Symposium in Beijing , Spotlighting China - ASEAN and China - Europe Economic TiesThis article reports on the 10th Economic Symposium hosted by CKGSB in Beijing, which highlighted economic relationships between China, ASEAN, and Europe. The event focused on fostering international economic ties.philippinetimes.com · Philippines
BUSINESSJun 20Xinhua Commentary : Trade deficits alone cannot define China - EU economic tiesA Xinhua commentary argues that trade deficits alone are insufficient to define the economic relationship between China and the European Union, highlighting a complex perspective on international trade.kenyastar.com · Kenya
BUSINESSJun 20Xinhua Commentary : Trade deficits alone cannot define China - EU economic tiesA Xinhua commentary argues that trade deficits alone do not adequately represent the economic relationship between China and the European Union. This piece offers an analytical perspective on international economic ties.taiwansun.com · China
BUSINESSJun 20Xinhua Commentary : Trade deficits alone cannot define China - EU economic tiesA Xinhua commentary argues that trade deficits alone are insufficient to define the economic relationship between China and the EU. This highlights a nuanced perspective on international trade discussions.singaporestar.com · Singapore
BUSINESSJun 20Xinhua Commentary : Trade deficits alone cannot define China - EU economic tiesA Xinhua commentary argues that trade deficits alone are insufficient to characterize the economic relationship between China and the European Union.shanghainews.net · China
WORLDJun 19Does China Have Its Own Caste System ? Social Media Is Comparing Beijing Hukou , Shi - Nong - Gong - Shang With IndiaSocial media is discussing whether China possesses a caste-like system, comparing Beijing's Hukou and Shi-Nong-Gong-Shang systems with India's caste system. This explores social stratification and historical class structures in a comparative context.newsx.com · India
BUSINESSJun 18Trump's recipe that the EU discusses to combat the trade deficit with ChinaThe relationship that the European Union should maintain with China has divided member states in recent years, but now all agree in qualifying the trade deficit between the European bloc and the Asian giant "unsustainable" , according to various diplomatic sources. For this reason, more and more European governments are advocating for an escalation of tone against Beijing, and want to request at the leaders' summit this Thursday and Friday in Brussels that the European Commission put forward measures to limit Chinese imports.ara · spain
BUSINESSJun 18China Shock 2 . 0 : Surging Chinese exports threaten Europe economy , raising concern at G7 summitSurging exports from China are posing a threat to the European economy, prompting discussions and concerns among leaders at the G7 summit. This situation indicates a significant economic challenge with international implications.seattletimes.com · United States
BUSINESSJun 18Are the EU and China heading for a trade war ? The article discusses the potential for a trade conflict between the EU and China. This exploration indicates a notable concern for global economic stability and international relations.thedailystar.net · Bangladesh
POLITICSJun 17Trump thanks China Xi , Russia Putin for being neutral in Iran warDonald Trump has expressed gratitude to China's Xi and Russia's Putin for their perceived neutrality in the Iran war. This statement addresses the geopolitical stance of these nations regarding the conflict.al-monitor.com · Israel
POLITICSJun 17Trump thanks China and Russia for being neutral in Iran warU.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday described Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin as "neutral" during the war ​with Iran, saying they had not thwarted his efforts to curb ‌Tehran's nuclear ambitions."I just want to thank them because they made it a lot...thenews · pakistan
BUSINESSJun 17Paladin Deepens Allied Supply Chain Footprint with South Korea Strategic Initiative and Netherlands Expansion , Advances Ex - China Rare Earth RecoveryPaladin is expanding its allied supply chain presence through new initiatives in South Korea and the Netherlands, aiming to advance rare earth recovery outside of China. This move signifies strategic business growth and efforts to diversify critical material supply chains.ai-online.com · United States