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BUSINESS1d agoChina’s optical suppliers extend sell-off as fears of slower AI growth trump upbeat earningsShares of major Chinese optical communications suppliers slumped on Friday before clawing back some of their losses, extending a two-day sell-off despite upbeat third-quarter earnings driven by the global artificial intelligence infrastructure boom. During morning trading in Shenzhen, Chengdu-based Eoptolink Technology dropped as much as 15 per cent, while Suzhou TFC Communication slid 10.3 per cent and industry leader Zhongji Innolight fell over 7 per cent. By the midday break, the trio had...South China Morning Post
POLITICS1d agoLula’s win aids China ties; Hong Kong official quits over Tai Po fire: SCMP’s 7 highlightsWe have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond 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. Win for Lula boosts China’s foothold and gives Brazil rare earths leverage Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s re-election preserves Beijing’s most critical foothold in Latin America, while positioning Brasilia to leverage...South China Morning Post
MILITARY1d agoChina’s Military Build-up Has Created ‘Pressure’ in Southeast Asia, Australian Defense Chief SaysThe Diplomat
WORLD1d agoMost Malaysians held for drug crimes abroad detained in Indonesia, ChinaThe number of Malaysians detained overseas for drug-related offences increased to 1,588 as of September this year, according to Deputy Foreign Minister Lukanisman Awang Sauni. Lukanisman said the five countries with the highest numbers of Malaysians detained were Indonesia (381), China (380), Singapore (310), Thailand (102) and Japan (72). He said increasingly sophisticated drug-smuggling methods had contributed to the frequent arrests of Malaysians overseas. “A total of 1,181 Malaysians were...South China Morning Post
POLITICS1d agoCanada and Europe share challenge of diversifying without antagonizing US and China“What matters is that the complementarities ... strengthen our sovereignty," Prime Minister Mark Carney said.Politico Europe
POLITICS1d agoMbappé, Mao and the cost of offending ChinaLost sponsors, cancelled broadcasts and public fury underline the consequences for global brands and celebrities who fall foul of Chinese opinionIrish Times World
BUSINESS1d agoStarbucks to resume share buybacks but China shift clouds growth outlookUS same-store sales rise 7.7% as CEO touts progress in coffee chain turnaroundFinancial Times
POLITICS1d agoCan Canada, UK and Australia grasp chance offered by US-China rivalry?As middle powers, Australia, Britain and Canada can do more than most other nations to influence global peace in the face of a new great power rivalry between China and the United States. These three nations owe their citizens, and perhaps the wider world, an earnest effort to rise to the challenge of being peacemakers. They have three attributes in common that give them unique potential to be a pivotal force. First is their own shared histories as members of the Anglosphere and therefore close...South China Morning Post
POLITICS1d agoSteinmeier urges China to use its influence on Russia to end war against UkraineGerman Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has called on China to use its influence over Russia to secure an end to Russian attacks on Ukraine and the start of serious peace negotiations.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICS1d agoIn Michigan Senate race, Trump’s softer China tone gives candidates room to look elsewhereTwo years ago, Mike Rogers stood before the Republican National Convention and warned that it was “impossible to build an EV without getting into bed with the Communist Party of China”. The former US House Intelligence Committee chairman made opposition to Chinese investment a prominent theme of his 2024 Senate bid in Michigan, which he narrowly lost to Democrat Elissa Slotkin. Now, as Rogers runs again, US President Donald Trump’s softer approach towards Beijing has given candidates more room...South China Morning Post
CONFLICT1d ago'Transgressions by China happen, it's not new': Arunachal CM says no intrusion along LAC - The Times of India'Transgressions by China happen, it's not new': Arunachal CM says no intrusion along LAC The Times of India Are Indian, Chinese Troops In A Face-off In Arunachal Pradesh? Rediff ‘Dhurandhar’ enters China-challenge chatter, thanks to Arunachal Pradesh minister Telegraph India Arunachal CM calls India-China border face-offs ‘transgression, not intrusion’ The New Indian Express Arunachal’s Taksing has three problems: China, roads, and maps India Todaygoogle · india
WORLD1d agoFrance football chief backs Real Madrid’s Mbappe after China apologyReal Madrid's Kylian Mbappe should be allowed to move on after apology to China, says French football federation chief.Al Jazeera [en]
MILITARY1d agoUnited States and Japan forge missile production alliance to counter China's powerJapan’s defense minister said Tokyo will maintain close surveillance of Chinese naval operations while continuing to accelerate its own military buildupThe Independent World
POLITICS1d agoChina leaders demand more loyalty and more initiativeThe CCP session emphasized internal discipline — as expected, but left the question of Xi Jinping's successor unanswered. The party seems anxious of any instability as geopolitics heats up and China's economy cools down.DW News [en]
POLITICS1d agoChina elevates a military general to the Politburo and seeks to strengthen party disciplineThis move comes about a year before President Xi Jinping is expected to secure his fourth five-year term.NPR News
BUSINESS1d agoEvolution Metals surges after securing 754 tons of non-China neodymium metalEvolution Metals has seen a surge after securing 754 tons of neodymium metal from a non-China source. This event highlights developments in critical raw material supply chains and their impact on specific companies.Seeking Alpha Tech
WORLD1d agoThe Lasting Price of Mbappé’s Apology to ChinaThe commercial fallout for Real Madrid may be temporary, but the precedent for censoring speech beyond China’s borders is far more consequential.The Diplomat
MILITARY2d agoChina tests powerful AI that could one day be used on submarinesChina has showcased artificial intelligence (AI) technology alongside 7,000-metre (23,000-feet) deep-sea trials of its upgraded Jiaolong submersible, highlighting the potential for similar systems to support decision-making and emergency responses aboard nuclear-powered submarines. The Chinese crewed submersible reached a maximum depth of 7,056.9 metres during three dives in the Philippine Basin in the western Pacific Ocean, according to state news agency Xinhua on October 27. The trials...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECH2d agoWhat a China-US AI Safety Channel NeedsTrump and Xi agreed to set up a China-U.S. AI incident reporting channel. But AI companies in both countries don’t currently provide the necessary information.The Diplomat
WORLD2d agoOuwehands sends panda cub to China, 'no diplomatic pressure involved'In een tijd waarin de diplomatieke spanningen tussen Nederland en China af en toe oplopen, vindt morgen een bijzondere uitwisseling plaats. Pandabeer Lang Yue verhuist van Ouwehands Dierenpark naar China. De beer werd twee jaar geleden geboren in de dierentuin in Rhenen en gaat nu terug naar het geboorteland van zijn ouders. Aan de verhuizing zit een geopolitieke component: China zet panda's namelijk al decennia in om banden met andere landen aan te halen: ook wel 'pandadiplomatie' genoemd. Dat werkt zo: China leent exemplaren van de zeldzame inheemse berensoort uit aan dierentuinen overal terNOS Buitenland
SCI & TECH2d agoRegulate AI, but don’t hand the 21st century to ChinaIf Chinese models dominate, there will be a grim future for free societies.The Hill
MILITARY2d agoNew images suggest China’s fourth aircraft carrier could launch in 2027, analysts sayChina’s fourth aircraft carrier, widely believed to be the country’s first with a nuclear-powered system, could launch as early as next year, according to US researchers, as Beijing pursues a fleet capable of projecting naval and air power far beyond its shores. A launch in 2027 would coincide with the centenary of the People’s Liberation Army, with the anniversary falling on August 1. Beijing has previously used major military anniversaries to showcase developments in its armed forces. The...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECH2d agoUS vs China: As the world splits into AI blocs, where does Europe stand?As the US and China build rival AI blocs, Europe is scrambling to reduce its dependence on both. But despite its ambitions to become a technological power in its own right, the EU still lacks the chips, infrastructure and homegrown AI models to compete on equal terms.EuroNews [en]
POLITICS2d agoChina Confirms Expulsion of 33 Officials, as Xi’s Purge DeepensXi Jinping has enforced loyalty as he prepares to claim a fourth term as leader. Among those removed was a prominent former diplomat, Liu Jianchao.NYT World
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