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POLITICSOct 19US adds ‘wrongful detention’ warning for Americans travelling to ChinaThe US State Department has added a “wrongful detention” warning to its travel advisory for China, alerting Americans to the risk of being detained arbitrarily under Chinese law. On Monday, the official China travel advisory added the “D” risk indicator for wrongful detention, while maintaining the country’s overall advisory level at Level 2, or “Exercise Increased Caution”. The advisory urges Americans travelling to mainland China to exercise caution due to the “arbitrary enforcement of local...South China Morning Post
CONFLICTOct 19Putin proposes summit with Trump and China's Xi to discuss Ukraine, Wall Street Journal reportsRussian President Vladimir Putin is proposing a summit with President Trump and China's Xi Jinping to discuss a potential end to the war in Ukraine, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has not been invited. Lingling Wei, chief China correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, joins to talk about her reporting and CBS News' Nancy Cordes has more from the White House.CBS News
POLITICSOct 19Rubio pitches US business in Central Asia, says China ties need not sufferUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Monday that Washington wanted to compete for business in Central Asia without asking countries to stop working with China, as the United States and five regional governments outlined proposals to deepen cooperation on minerals, transport and technology. Speaking in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Rubio was asked what Washington could offer as Beijing expanded its presence in the region. “I mean, look, it’s competition, right? We have products, we have companies;...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSOct 19Ways China’s Latest GDP Claim Is . . . OddThe National Bureau of Statistics today announced China’s real GDP growth at 4.5 percent for the third quarter and 4.6 percent for the first three quarters, both year-over-year changes. We don’t have enough information to check the third-quarter figure in isolation, but we have nearly enough information to check the first three quarters as a whole. And that growth figure is unlikely to be accurate. The post Ways China’s Latest GDP Claim Is . . . Odd appeared first on American Enterprise Institute - AEI.AEI
MILITARYOct 19Is China building a fleet of drone motherships to extend its naval reach?A second unusual Chinese vessel suspected of being designed to launch and recover large underwater drones has appeared in Guangzhou, raising questions over whether Beijing is developing a fleet of specialised motherships to extend its undersea operations beyond coastal waters. The smaller vessel, seen under tow on the Pearl River in images circulating online, resembles a ship about 200 metres (660 feet) long seen at a Shanghai shipyard last month that has since been launched. Both feature...South China Morning Post
CONFLICTOct 19Putin Proposes Ukraine Summit With U . S ., China , No UkrainePresident Putin has proposed a summit regarding Ukraine that would include the U.S. and China but exclude Ukraine itself. This proposal suggests a new diplomatic approach to the ongoing conflict.wgiram.iheart.com · United States
SCI & TECHOct 19US, China should learn from Cold War-era arms control to tackle AI risks: ex-US officialWashington and Beijing should put aside their mutual distrust to address the risks posed by artificial intelligence, much as the United States and Soviet Union cooperated on nuclear arms control during the Cold War, a former US Treasury secretary has urged. Robert Rubin, who served as US Treasury secretary under former president Bill Clinton from 1995 to 1999, cited the Strategic Arms Limitation Talks (SALT) between Washington and Moscow decades ago as an example of two superpowers working...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSOct 19China GDP expands 4 . 5 % year on year in Q3China's Gross Domestic Product expanded by 4.5% year-on-year in the third quarter. This indicates the country's economic performance during that period.china.org.cn · China
POLITICSOct 19Panama Geopolitics : US , China and the Canal in 2026The article analyzes the geopolitical landscape of Panama in 2026, focusing on the influence of the US and China regarding the Panama Canal. This highlights future international power dynamics and strategic infrastructure.riotimesonline.com · Brazil
POLITICSOct 19Angola Geopolitics : US , China , Russia , EU and GulfThe title discusses the geopolitics of Angola, involving key global powers and regions such as the US, China, Russia, EU, and the Gulf states. This suggests an analysis of international influence and relations concerning Angola.riotimesonline.com · Brazil
BUSINESSOct 19Micron, SanDisk rebound while China's CXMT slides despite profit surgeMicron and SanDisk have experienced a rebound, while China's CXMT has seen a decline despite a surge in profit.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSOct 19Can European luxury brands still count on China for growth?China’s shoppers are hunting for second-hand bargains and turning to homegrown brands, putting pressure on European luxury groups. China remains vital for luxury brands, but one analyst warns it may not drive growth over the next two to three years.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSOct 19Rebound in China’s GDP growth keeps 2026 target in sightChina’s economy grew faster than expected in the third quarter, keeping it broadly on track to meet Beijing’s annual growth target, as robust global demand for the country’s hi-tech exports bolstered economic momentum. Gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 4.5 per cent in the third quarter, accelerating from 4.3 per cent in the second quarter, according to figures released by the National Bureau of Statistics. This beat the 4.4 per cent consensus forecast from economists surveyed by Chinese...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 19China sanctions Paraguay , Belize ministers over support for Taiwananinews.in · India
BUSINESSOct 19China’s export boom creates a difficult bargain for Southeast AsiaChina’s export machine is accelerating as its domestic economy remains under strain. This comes amid growing trade friction as China’s partners question whether persistent surpluses can coexist with balanced and resilient regional growth. Last month, China’s exports rose 36.3 per cent year on year, while shipments to Southeast Asia jumped 52.3 per cent. The trade surplus reached US$133.5 billion, taking the nine-month total to US$938.1 billion. In contrast, retail sales grew just 0.4 per cent in...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 19Wary of instability , China calls for deeper security cooperation with TajikistanChina has advocated for enhanced security cooperation with Tajikistan, driven by concerns over regional instability. This indicates geopolitical efforts to manage security in Central Asia.straitstimes.com · Singapore
POLITICSOct 19French protests over declining school standards amid China catch-up ambitions turn violentFrance experienced a weekend of shocks as weeks-long high school student protests for better study environments were hijacked by violent looters across major cities, angered by rising fuel prices and an ongoing cost of living crisis. While the rallies saw hundreds of thousands protest peacefully, clashes over the weekend led to chaotic scenes: hundreds of shops were pillaged, the historic city hall of Limoges was burned down and multiple public buildings across cities like Paris, Marseilles and...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 19China former revolutionary base areas embrace new chapter of developmentFormer revolutionary base areas in China are reportedly entering a new phase of development. This suggests government-led efforts to promote progress in historically significant regions.en.people.cn · China
BUSINESSOct 19China records 4 . 5 % Q3 growth as exports rise , domestic demand remains weakChina reported a 4.5% economic growth in the third quarter, driven by increasing exports, although domestic demand continues to show weakness.australiannews.net · Australia
BUSINESSOct 19China economy gains pace on exports as domestic demand faltersChina's economy is seeing growth driven by exports, despite a slowdown in domestic demand, reflecting a mixed economic performance.timesofindia.indiatimes.com · India
BUSINESSOct 19How a US$110 million fishing harbour in Tanzania serves China’s food and security goalsAbout 300km (186 miles) south of Dar es Salaam and near the ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani, the fishing town of Kilwa Masoko has a new port designed to accommodate fishing vessels far larger than the boats that have long worked this stretch of Tanzania’s coast. The fishing port had passed its completion inspection, China’s ambassador to Tanzania Chen Mingjian said last week, while hailing it Tanzania’s first large-scale modern fishing harbour. Designed to land 60,000 tonnes of fish a year, it aims to...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSOct 19China cuts US Treasury holdings, iPhone Duo pre-orders: 5 weekend reads you missedWe have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. China cuts US Treasury holdings to 18-year low in August as debt fears mount 2. China warns EU not to ‘fantasise’ on trade approach after ‘kill switch’ threat 3. Landmark China trial achieves 84% efficacy treating cancer with waste water tech 4. Police urge Apple to fix security after 110...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSOct 19China Q3 GDP report : What driving growth beyond the numbers ? An analysis explores the factors driving China's economic growth beyond the official Q3 GDP report. This provides insight into the underlying health and dynamics of the Chinese economy.europe.chinadaily.com.cn · China
BUSINESSOct 19China’s economy grows 4.5% on robust exports as domestic weakness persistsThe official growth figure from the July-September quarter beat expectations and picked up from 4.3% in April-June, the slowest pace in more than three years.EuroNews [en]