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BUSINESSAug 1Why South Korea’s won is one of world’s best performersCurrency strengthened nearly 8% against dollar last month despite tech stock sell-offFinancial Times
MILITARYJul 30The PLA at 99: how China’s military went from ragtag rifles to world-class forceAs the People’s Liberation Army marks its 99th anniversary on August 1, one year from the deadline for its centenary goals, its evolution highlights the past, present and future of China’s military strategy. In the first part of a series, Liu Zhen examines how the PLA’s strategies have developed from guerrilla warfare to hi-tech conflict. In April 1932, Xi Zhongxun, 18, led the newly formed Fifth Detachment of the Red Army’s Shaanxi-Gansu Guerrilla Force marching in the mountains in Yongshou...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 30Jingdezhen World Heritage listing highlights China commitment to preserving cultural legacy -- Beijing ReviewThe World Heritage listing for Jingdezhen underscores China's dedication to conserving its cultural heritage. This cultural recognition is highlighted by the Beijing Review.bjreview.com · China
SCI & TECHJul 29What will the US foreign robot ban mean for China’s world-leading start-ups?China’s robotics firms have run into a fresh obstacle in their global expansion, after the United States banned imports of new foreign-made models. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) added foreign-produced “advanced robotic devices” to its Covered List on Tuesday, blocking new models from obtaining the authorisation required to be imported and sold in the US. The ban will cover all new humanoids, quadrupeds and a broad range of connected mobile machines, with the FCC citing supply chain...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHJul 29Why does Japan experience so many large earthquakes unlike any other country in the world ? This article explores the reasons why Japan experiences a higher frequency of large earthquakes compared to other countries globally. It provides insights into geological phenomena.cnn.com · United States
SCI & TECHJul 29China has 6 of world’s 10 most innovative humanoid robot start-ups: reportChina is widening its lead over the United States in the race to develop humanoid robots, with Chinese firms accounting for six of the world’s 10 most innovative start-ups in the sector, according to a new report tracking global patent data, as Washington moves to restrict imports of robots, including those made in China. Firms from China dominated the ranking released by legal research platform LexisNexis on Tuesday, claiming a clean sweep of the top five. The top five places went to...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 29Should China aim for the lead in making AI rules for the world?Beijing should step in to fill the global “vacuum” in rules on artificial intelligence as a Chinese AI model opens up a policy divide in the United States, according to various institutions within China. The calls came after Beijing-based start-up Moonshot AI launched its Kimi K3 model earlier this month, sending shock waves through Silicon Valley and the White House. The model is reportedly almost as powerful as top US rivals and much cheaper. Moonshot, which was founded just three years ago,...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 28A promise to nature : China adds new site to World Heritage bird sanctuariesChina has added a new site to the World Heritage bird sanctuaries, demonstrating a commitment to nature conservation. This expansion helps protect global biodiversity.asiabulletin.com · China
WORLDJul 28US looks to boost anti - China spending worldwide by hundreds of millions , documents sayThe United States reportedly plans to significantly increase global spending aimed at countering China, according to documents. This indicates an escalation in geopolitical competition between the two nations.kxl.com · United States
SCI & TECHJul 28China team unearths world’s oldest amber, hidden in ancient Xinjiang coal seamChinese scientists have uncovered the world’s oldest verified amber in the northwestern Xinjiang region, revealing that ancient plants were producing protective resin 385 million years ago, long before most animal groups had emerged to damage them. The amber – discovered in coal seams in West Junggar, part of an ancient zone where tectonic plates collided, grew and merged – pushes back the record by roughly 65 million years and challenges some long-held assumptions about the origins of plant...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 27Sands China looks to bounce back after World Cup-related lull in MacauSands China aims to recover financially after experiencing a downturn in Macau, which is attributed to a lull related to the World Cup. This suggests an impact on the gambling and tourism industry.Seeking Alpha Tech
WORLDJul 26UNESCO adds Japan's Asuka-Fujiwara sites to World Heritage listUNESCO decided Sunday to add a group of ancient sites in Nara Prefecture that show the formation of Japan's centralized state to the World Heritage list, marking the…Japan Today
WORLDJul 26Unesco adds ancient Japanese capitals Asuka, Fujiwara to World Heritage listUnesco decided on Sunday to add a group of ancient sites in Nara prefecture that show the formation of Japan’s centralised state to the World Heritage list, marking the country’s 27th such site. The decision on the Asuka-Fujiwara: Archaeological sites of Japan’s Ancient Capitals and Related Properties was made during a meeting of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation World Heritage Committee held in Busan, South Korea. The ruins are highly regarded for showing the...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 26 I panic . It turns to rubber : could I learn to make omurice , the world hardest omelette ? | Japanese food and drinkAn individual explores the challenge of learning to prepare omurice, described as a difficult omelette. The article delves into the intricacies of Japanese food and drink.theguardian.com · United Kingdom
POLITICSJul 264 ways Hong Kong can shape its future – and the world’sNearly three decades after its return to Chinese sovereignty, Hong Kong is once again at an important crossroads. The recent decision by the United States not to renew “The President’s Executive Order on Hong Kong Normalization” has once again focused international attention on the city’s future. For some, it represents another chapter in the geopolitical competition between Washington and Beijing. For Hong Kong, however, it should also serve as a reminder that its future cannot be defined...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 25Atletico signs South Korea World Cup midfielder Lee Kang-In from PSGSouth Korea midfielder Lee Kang-In has agreed to join Atletico Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain, the Spanish club said Saturday. Atletico said the player would sign a contract through…Japan Today
WORLDJul 25Atletico Madrid sign South Korea World Cup star Lee Kang-In from PSGLee Kang-In makes the switch to Atletico after helping Paris Saint-Germain to consecutive Champions League titles.Al Jazeera [en]
SCI & TECHJul 25Job fears in changing world make AI a hot subject at China’s vocational schoolsFive years after graduating from a vocational school in the southern Chinese tech hub of Shenzhen, Chen Hao found himself working as a salesman for a local electronics factory. His daily routine involved exhausting trips between corporate clients, and he had not seen a pay rise for years. The 26-year-old decided he wanted a change. “Everybody in Shenzhen is talking about artificial intelligence, so I want to find a job in the sector too,” Chen said. “I know my degree makes it impossible to get...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 25The world is going crazy for Japan and Japanese food - no me | Mandurah MailThe article discusses the global popularity of Japan and Japanese food. It is a cultural observation piece.mandurahmail.com.au · Australia
BUSINESSJul 25Vancouver Chinatown businesses didnt see bump in customers during FIFA World CupBusinesses in Vancouver's Chinatown did not experience an increase in customers during the FIFA World Cup period.castanetkamloops.net
BUSINESSJul 23World Bank confirms plan to phase out China lending by 2031The World Bank has confirmed its intention to gradually discontinue lending to China by the year 2031. This represents a major shift in international financial policy and development aid.hindustantimes.com · India
SCI & TECHJul 23More Americans think China is world leader in AI, new survey revealsMore than one-third of Americans see China, and not the United States, as the global leader in artificial intelligence (AI), according to a Pew Research Centre survey released on Thursday, as US President Donald Trump confirmed the technology would be on the agenda when his Chinese counterpart visits the US later this year. The survey found that 36 per cent of Americans believe China is more advanced than the United States in developing artificial intelligence. By comparison, only 12 per cent...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 23World Bank confirms plan to phase out China lending by 2031The World Bank on Thursday confirmed that it plans to phase out its lending to China by 2031, according to the organization's new country partnership framework (CPF) for the world's second-largest economy. The post World Bank confirms plan to phase out China lending by 2031 appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSJul 23China’s Threat to the World Economic RecoveryWe must hope that China recognizes that a slowing European economy coupled with growing political polarization, means that European patience with China’s surging exports will run thin. Maybe then China will rebalance its economy to reduce its excessive import reliance. However, I do not suggest holding your breath for that to happen. The post China’s Threat to the World Economic Recovery appeared first on American Enterprise Institute - AEI.AEI