Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in the Tibetan capital of Lhasa on Wednesday and made his rare and second visit as China’s leader, marking the 60th anniversary of Tibet’s establishment as an autonomous region. During his visit, Xi emphasised the importance of stability, stating, “To govern, stabilise and develop Tibet, the first thing is to […]
The Chinese economy slowed noticeably in July, according to official statistics released on Friday, highlighting a complex set of challenges facing China amid growing global tensions over trade. The government attributed the slowdown partly to the trade war with the United States, though China’s economy is still suffering the overhang of a four-year-long crash in […]
Chinese automakers are shipping cars to Europe through the Red Sea and Suez Canal, nearly two years after the Iran-backed Houthi militia in Yemen started attacking vessels in the critical Middle East transit route. Other automakers are still shipping cars from Asia by way of a much longer, and expensive, trip around Africa.Last month, at […]
China has unveiled the world’s first fully automated “Robot Mall,” where humanoid robots not only serve as products for sale but also operate the stores, cafes, and entertainment spaces within. Located in the bustling tech hub of Shenzhen, the mall offers visitors an immersive glimpse into the future of retail and hospitality. Shoppers can interact […]
The United States and Panama have launched PANAMAX-Alpha Phase I, a week-long joint military training operation focused on regional security and emergency preparedness for the Panama Canal.The exercise, scheduled from July 13 to 18, 2025, aims to enhance strategic preparedness near the Panama Canal against “threats to the security of the Panama Canal and other […]
A bipartisan bill aimed at protecting Taiwan’s undersea communication cables from suspected Chinese interference was introduced in the US senate on Wednesday, reported ANI citing the Taipei Times.The Taiwan Undersea Cable Resilience Initiative Act, sponsored by Republican senator John Curtis and Democratic senator Jacky Rosen, both members of the senate foreign relations committee, calls on […]
This is an AI-generated image, used for representational purposes only. China has significantly expanded its visa-free entry policy, allowing citizens from 74 countries to visit for up to 30 days without a visa. The move, aimed at reviving inbound tourism and stimulating the economy, has led to a sharp rise in foreign arrivals. Since late […]
HANGZHOU: It was a sunny Saturday afternoon, and dozens of people sat in the grass around a backyard stage where aspiring founders of tech startups talked about their ideas. People in the crowd slouched over laptops, vaping and drinking strawberry Frappuccinos. A drone buzzed overhead. Inside the house, investors took pitches in the kitchen.It looked […]
China’s Xi Jinping to skip for first time in 12 years Chinese President Xi Jinping will not attend the upcoming Brics Summit in Brazil, marking the first time in 12 years that the Chinese leader will be absent from the annual gathering of major emerging economies. The two-day summit, taking place in Rio de Janeiro […]
NEW DELHI: China showcased a miniature, insect-like drone designed for covert surveillance missions, drawing global attention and concern over its potential military and espionage uses. Developed by the National University of Defense Technology (NUDT), the drone is just 1.3 cm long and weighs less than 0.3 grams. It was unveiled on the Chinese military broadcaster […]
