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BusinessSep 9China’s factory-gate price growth picks up in August as Iran war fuels energy volatilityChina’s factory-gate price growth accelerated in August, while consumer inflation picked up again, amid volatile energy and commodity costs linked to the US-Israel war on Iran. The producer price index rose 3.8 per cent year on year last month, up from 3.5 per cent in July, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on Wednesday. The reading beat a 3.6 per cent projection from economists polled by financial data provider Wind. Meanwhile, the consumer price index (CPI),...South China Morning Post
BusinessSep 9China's wholesale inflation tops estimates in August on commodity costs, tech demand as consumer price increases meet forecastMuch of the anticipated pickup reflects a favorable base-effect comparison and higher commodity costs, rather than a genuine strengthening in household demand.CNBC
PoliticsSep 9Xi stresses China - UK cooperationChina's leader emphasizes cooperation between China and the United Kingdom. This indicates ongoing diplomatic relations and potential future collaboration between the two nations.usa.chinadaily.com.cn · China
PoliticsSep 9Peronism seeks to maintain its ties with China through a former ambassadorSe trata de Sabino Vaca Narvaja, quien disertó esta semana en la potencia asiáticaClarín
Sci & TechSep 8The U . S . and China Dont Need an AI Grand BargainThe article argues that the United States and China do not require a comprehensive agreement regarding artificial intelligence. This suggests an analysis of international policy pertaining to AI development and regulation.chinatechnews.com · China
MilitarySep 8Why Is China’s Officer Corps So Sprawling?Not every People’s Liberation Army general commands troops.Foreign Policy
BusinessSep 8China central bank's August gold purchase was its biggest month since 2023China's central bank made its largest gold purchase in August since 2023. This indicates significant activity in the country's monetary policy or reserve management.Seeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsSep 8Trump’s Venezuela oil deal: why China can wait and watchWhen US President Donald Trump announced on August 28 that the United States had secured majority control over some 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil through a private company, the North American Blue Energy Partners (NABEP), he called it “the biggest oil deal in history”. The White House fact sheet provided the details: NABEP’s 100-year concessions on 17 oilfields with 65 billion barrels of proven reserves, a 35 per cent Pentagon stake, a 20 per cent State Department offtake at cost with...South China Morning Post
PoliticsSep 8Trump administration expresses 'profound concern' over Ford's ties to ChinaIn a letter to Ford CEO Jim Farley, U.S. DOT Secretary Sean Duffy questioned the automaker's strategic trajectory involving Chinese companies.CNBC
PoliticsSep 8US Secretary of State Rubio arrives in Colombia to clarify China ties, sign minerals dealUnited States Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Colombia on Tuesday to meet President Abelardo de la Espriella, sign agreements on critical minerals and civil nuclear cooperation and take up the country’s ties to China, in the first visit by a cabinet-level US official since the Colombian leader took office a month ago. Colombia’s participation in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and Chinese investment in critical infrastructure were on the agenda for the meeting, a Colombian official...South China Morning Post
MilitarySep 8US - Indonesia Stage Major Military Drills Despite Close China TiesThe US and Indonesia are conducting significant military exercises, which is notable given Indonesia's close relationship with China. This suggests a complex geopolitical dynamic in the region.worthynews.com · Israel
ConflictSep 8Competition intensifies to stop China turning the Blue Pacific RedCompetition is intensifying to counter China's growing influence in the Pacific region. This suggests increasing geopolitical tension and strategic maneuvering.hawaiitelegraph.com · United States
PoliticsSep 8China supports India in hosting BRICS Summit , highlighting importance of cooperationChina is supporting India in hosting the BRICS Summit, emphasizing the importance of cooperation. This signifies ongoing international diplomatic engagement among member nations.malaysiasun.com · Malaysia
MilitarySep 8China PLA Has 100+ Procurement Records for Combat Humanoids But Zero DeploymentsChina's PLA reportedly has over 100 procurement records for combat humanoids despite having zero known deployments. This indicates advanced military research and development in robotics.techtimes.com · United States
ConflictSep 8Philippine defence chief calls out China over note handed to him mid-panelPhilippine Defence Secretary accused China of coercion, bullying and aggression after being handed a note mid-panel.Al Jazeera [en]
BusinessSep 8China Huawei Technologies faces racketeering trial in New YorkChinese technology giant Huawei Technologies is facing a racketeering trial in New York. This signifies significant legal challenges for a major international corporation.dailylocal.com · United States
PoliticsSep 8China ordains 18th bishop under Vatican agreementChina has ordained its 18th bishop following an agreement with the Vatican. This event signifies ongoing, complex diplomatic and religious relations between the two entities.ewtnnews.com · United States
BusinessSep 8China Huawei Technologies faces racketeering trial in New YorkChina's Huawei Technologies is facing a racketeering trial in New York. This legal proceeding involves serious allegations against the global technology company.republicanherald.com · United States
PoliticsSep 8China and Qatar are strengthening bilateral ties: What that really meansBeijing says it will increase coordination with Doha to help de-escalate regional tensions amid the ongoing war on Iran.Al Jazeera [en]
BusinessSep 8Dacia shifts Spring EV production to Europe from ChinaDacia is relocating the production of its Spring EV model from China to Europe. This represents a strategic shift in the company's manufacturing operations.Seeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsSep 850 years after his death, Mao still shapes ChinaMao Zedong was perhaps the most influential, and certainly one of the most controversial, figures in 20th-century China. Even five decades after his death, the legacy of his era continues to influence China today.DW News [en]
PoliticsSep 8Fifty years after Mao’s death, China has transformed. DW looks at why his political legacy still matters.Mao Zedong was perhaps the most influential, and certainly one of the most controversial, figures in 20th-century China. Even five decades after his death, the legacy of his era continues to influence China today.DW News [en]
PoliticsSep 8Column : Arrogance in excess -- The West double standards on China An opinion column discusses perceived double standards by Western nations concerning China. This reflects ongoing geopolitical tensions and diplomatic discourse between the West and China.israelherald.com · Israel
PoliticsSep 8China’s Xi Jinping urges deeper UK ties in first call with Andy BurnhamPresident Xi Jinping on Tuesday called for deeper cooperation between “major technological powers” China and the UK as he held his first official call with new British Prime Minister Andy Burnham. Xi congratulated Burnham on his appointment as the country’s leader, according to Chinese state news agency Xinhua, emphasising that the shared interests of China and the United Kingdom outweighed their differences in social systems. “Both sides should respect and trust each other, transcend...South China Morning Post