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techjuice.pkCanada Seeks 50 Percent Rise in Exports to China by 2030
Foreign Minister Anita Anand stated the export target during a visit by her Chinese counterpart to Ottawa. The announcement comes amid U.S. tariffs that have altered trade patterns.
gizmodo.comSatellite Images Show China Building Desert Launch Pads Near Nuclear Silos
New satellite imagery reviewed by Reuters reveals more than 80 launch pads and supporting facilities under construction near China's nuclear missile silos in Xinjiang. Analysts say the network appears designed to strengthen second-strike capability.
bbc.co.ukJob Posting for Shepherds in China Draws University Graduates
A Chinese job advertisement for shepherds attracted applications from university graduates, highlighting youth unemployment. Reuters reported that 10 percent of applicants held college degrees.
South China Morning PostXi Jinping Sends Letter to Hong Kong Student on China-U.S. Youth Exchanges
Chinese President Xi Jinping wrote to a student at the Chinese University of Hong Kong about youth contributions to cultural exchanges. The university announced the letter on Friday after the student shared program experiences.
nationalpost.comChina constructs large military facility in desert region
China is building an extensive military complex in a desert area. Reuters correspondent Greg Torode discussed the project on the Reuters World News podcast.
bbc.co.ukFormer Shaolin Abbot Sentenced to 24 Years for Embezzlement and Bribery
A Chinese court sentenced Shi Yongxin, former abbot of the Shaolin Temple, to 24 years in prison and fined him 3.5 million yuan after convicting him of embezzling over 131 million yuan and taking bribes.
techjuice.pkChina Export Prices Rose 5 Percent in April
Chinese export prices increased 5 percent in April from a year earlier, the largest gain since April 2023. The rise followed higher oil prices that raised costs for manufacturing inputs.
techjuice.pkNexperia China Reports Recovery in Production and Delivery
Local media state that Nexperia China's manufacturing output and shipment operations are returning to prior levels. The reports provide no specific dates or performance metrics.
The IndependentBYD to Introduce Europe-Specific Electric and Hybrid Models
BYD plans a range of vehicles designed and built for European buyers. The first model, the Dolphin G, will launch next week.
focustaiwan.twU.S. Arms Sales to Taiwan Face Delay After Trump-Xi Summit
President Trump has delayed signing a $14 billion arms package approved by Congress. Taiwan’s Defense Ministry said it has not been notified of any delay.
nknews.orgCanadian Frigate Transits Taiwan Strait Days Before Chinese Minister Visit
HMCS Charlottetown sailed through the Taiwan Strait on May 22-23, 2026. The transit occurred shortly before Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi arrived in Ottawa for a three-day visit.
entrepreneur.comChina Targets Illegal Overseas Trading by Small Traders
Chinese authorities have expanded enforcement against unauthorized cross-border trading. The measures aim to collect taxes from previously unreported activity.
freepressjournal.inUK and European passports linked to restricted Chinese investors
Reports connect UK and European passports to investors previously barred from certain Chinese activities. Officials have not confirmed any specific cases or security breaches.
SemaforEU plans trade measures on Chinese imports
The European Union announced plans to impose import quotas and tariffs on Chinese goods. Officials also called for companies to diversify supply chains away from China.
The IndependentBYD to Sell Seven-Seat Plug-in Hybrid SUV in UK Market
The BYD Ti7 is a large plug-in hybrid SUV scheduled for UK sale. The vehicle measures nearly five meters and offers seven seats with four-wheel drive.
Al JazeeraChina Expands Data Center Capacity Using Renewable Energy
China added more than 430 gigawatts of wind and solar capacity in 2025. The country now generates more than twice the electricity produced in the United States. Plans call for data center capacity to reach 60 gigawatts by 2030.
NewsweekChina Expands AI Use in Schools as Platform Plans U.S. Entry
A Chinese AI learning platform reports more than 10 million students enrolled and projects a widening education gap within five years. The company plans to open its first U.S. learning center this summer.
South China Morning PostCentral Asia Discusses Chinese Aid for Water Infrastructure Following Iran Conflict
The US-Israel war on Iran has damaged desalination plants and disrupted supply chains. Landlocked Central Asian states that rely on glacier-fed rivers now face renewed water shortages and may seek Chinese investment to upgrade aging systems.
upi.comChina Restricts Overseas Travel for Some AI Workers at Domestic Firms
Reports indicate that Chinese authorities have begun limiting international travel for select AI researchers employed by domestic companies. The measures affect personnel at firms including Alibaba and DeepSeek.
nbcnews.comChina's Revised Carbon Metrics Cut Reported Emissions Growth by Half
A new calculation method reduced the reported increase in China's carbon emissions between 2020 and 2025 by approximately 50 percent. The change was detailed in a report reviewed by Reuters.
TechCrunchChina Tightens Travel Rules for Top AI Researchers
Chinese authorities have imposed new travel restrictions on leading AI researchers and startup founders. Some prominent figures must now obtain government approval before leaving the country.
SemaforGhana delivered five Chinese-backed power projects at lower cost
A Washington-based think tank examined five solar, hydro, and gas projects built with Chinese support in Ghana between 2013 and 2020. The report identified four practices that produced lower costs and fewer quality issues than similar projects elsewhere in the region.
usatoday.comFlash Flooding Hits Roads in Donghai County, Jiangsu Province
Heavy overnight rainfall flooded roads in Donghai County, Jiangsu Province. Drivers abandoned vehicles after water covered roadways.
gamereactor.euCNOOC Begins Full Production at Kenli 10-2 Oilfield in Bohai Sea
CNOOC announced Wednesday that phase one of the Kenli 10-2 oilfield cluster in the south Bohai Sea has reached full production. The field now produces more than 20,500 barrels per day of crude oil.
ecns.cnChinese Official Calls Hong Kong Astronaut’s Selection Result of One Country Two Systems
A Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokeswoman described the inclusion of Hong Kong’s first astronaut in the Shenzhou-23 mission as a milestone under the one country two systems framework. The official also expressed hope that the mission would encourage more young people in H…
ecns.cnChinese Companies to Invest Additional €940 Million in Serbia
Chinese firms plan to commit €940 million more to projects already underway in Serbia. The funding will support expansion of existing facilities and infrastructure.
financialpost.comAluminum Prices Rise as Supply Concerns Mount in China and Guinea
London aluminum prices have increased nearly 17 percent since the start of the U.S.-Iran conflict. Reports cite production cuts in China and planned export limits from Guinea.
thehindubusinessline.comChina Resumes Nitrogen Fertilizer Exports
Chinese authorities have lifted restrictions on nitrogen fertilizer exports. The move follows earlier limits imposed to protect domestic supplies.
blessthisstuff.comVolvo Receives U.S. Authorization to Import Vehicles With Chinese Connected Technology
Volvo Cars reached an agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce that exempts the automaker from a ban on Chinese-connected vehicle technology. The Swedish company, majority owned by China's Geely Holding, said the approval allows it to continue selling vehicles in the United…
ecns.cnChina Records $1 Trillion Capital Outflow in 2025
Capital leaving China reached an estimated $1 trillion in 2025, the largest annual total since records began in 2006. Outflows have more than doubled since 2021 as investors shifted funds abroad.
The HillU.S. Journalist Charged With Acting as Chinese Agent
Thomas Weir Pauken II faces federal charges alleging he worked as an agent for China's Ministry of State Security for at least seven years. He was arrested in early March and is scheduled for a pre-indictment plea hearing on Friday.
insidermonkey.comU.S. Trade Official Says Chinese Firms Want Nvidia H200 Chip
A U.S. trade official stated that Chinese companies remain interested in Nvidia's H200 chip. The same official noted that China's Communist Party prefers domestic alternatives.
citizen.co.zaTaiwan Detects Chinese Aircraft and Warships Near Island
Taiwan reported 29 Chinese military aircraft and eight vessels operating near its territory early Tuesday. Officials said Taiwan responded with combat air patrols, naval vessels, and coastal missile systems.
supchina.comNortheast China Football League Begins With Matches in Four Cities
The 2026 Northeast China Football League opened on May 23 with simultaneous matches in Shenyang, Changchun, Harbin, and Hohhot. Eight cities are participating in the new regional competition.
finance.yahoo.comChina pharma industry unaffected by Beijing tech deal reviews, JW chief says
The head of JW stated that Beijing's review of sensitive technology transactions has not affected China's pharmaceutical sector. The comment addresses ongoing government scrutiny of certain deals.
SemaforIran Plans to Use Chinese Hardware for Internet Restrictions
Iranian authorities intend to install Chinese equipment to limit public internet access. The move follows months of restricted connectivity that began after U.S.-Israeli strikes in February.
SemaforChina Building Fourth Aircraft Carrier, Likely Largest and Nuclear Powered
Chinese shipyards are constructing the country’s fourth aircraft carrier. The Center for Strategic and International Studies reported steady progress on the secretive project.
rnz.co.nzIndonesia Creates State Entity to Control Coal, Palm Oil and Nickel Exports
President Prabowo Subianto announced that a new state-owned enterprise will manage exports of coal, palm oil and iron alloys by September. The entity was registered one day before the announcement and is 99 percent owned by the sovereign wealth fund Danantara.
SemaforChina criticizes Japan’s defense spending increase
Chinese officials expressed opposition to Japan’s higher defense budget during recent diplomatic exchanges. The comments follow Japan’s prime minister stating the country could assist Taiwan if attacked.
america.cgtn.comCar Falls From Collapsed Bridge Into River in East-Central China
An eyewitness recorded a vehicle sliding off a damaged bridge into a river in east-central China. The car had already been emptied before the structure gave way.
680news.comHonda Revises 2040 EV Sales Target After Posting First Net Loss
Honda Motor said its 2040 goal for all-new vehicle sales to be electric or fuel-cell models is no longer realistic. The company reported its first full-year net loss since 1957 and is cutting EV spending while increasing hybrid output.
nbcnews.comTaiwan Monitors Second Chinese Patrol Near Island in a Week
Taiwan dispatched ships and jets to track a Chinese joint combat readiness patrol near its territory. The action follows a meeting between U.S. and Chinese leaders earlier this month.
South China Morning PostChinese Defense Minister Expected to Skip Shangri-La Dialogue for Second Year
Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun is expected to skip the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore for the second consecutive year. A lower-level PLA delegation will attend the 23rd edition of the forum instead.
citizen.co.zaChina Overtakes Japan as Second-Largest Creditor Nation in 2025
China surpassed Japan to become the world’s second-largest creditor nation in 2025. Japan recorded a new high in overseas assets but still fell behind China in net creditor position.
ecns.cnChina Revises Carbon Emissions Data, Report Says
Independent analysis found that China adjusted its historical carbon emissions figures. The change alters the reported rate of emissions reduction.
SemaforChina Eases Residency Rules for Migrant Worker Benefits
Beijing changed rules on Friday that had required migrant workers to claim social insurance benefits in their home regions. The change affects nearly 400 million people who work in cities but previously faced barriers to coverage.
indianexpress.comChina Mining Accident Renews Focus on Coal Sector Safety
A recent mining incident in China has drawn attention to ongoing safety issues in the coal industry. The event has prompted discussion about energy policy and worker protection measures.
State banquet menus differ for Putin, Trump, Albanese visits
Menus from three recent state dinners at Beijing's Great Hall of the People show variations in courses and beverages served to Russian President Vladimir Putin, U.S. President Donald Trump, and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
ndtv.comHuawei Reports Chipmaking Advance After U.S. Export Limits
Huawei Technologies stated it achieved a chipmaking breakthrough that could reduce the manufacturing gap with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. The announcement follows years of U.S. export restrictions on advanced semiconductor equipment to Chinese firms.
koreatimes.co.krStellantis Expands Partnerships with Chinese Automakers
Stellantis is increasing joint projects with Chinese vehicle manufacturers. The moves follow earlier supply and technology agreements between the companies.
techcentral.co.zaHuawei Plans 1.4-Nanometer Chips by 2031 Using New Technology
Huawei said it will begin producing 1.4-nanometer chips by 2031 with its LogicFolding architecture. The company aims to narrow the gap with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., which plans the same process in 2028.
pakistantoday.com.pkChina Highlights Pakistan Ties During Diplomatic Exchange
Chinese officials praised Pakistan's role in Middle East peace efforts and described bilateral relations as an unbreakable traditional friendship during a meeting with the Pakistani prime minister.
Al JazeeraCuba Receives First 15,000 Tonnes of Chinese Rice Donation
Cuba announced the arrival of 15,000 tonnes of rice from China on Saturday. The shipment is part of a planned 60,000-tonne donation as the island faces fuel shortages and power outages.
nationalpost.comChina Increases Coal Use in Chemical Production
China is increasing coal-to-chemicals output as oil and gas prices remain elevated. Data show lower coal production and imports in the first four months of 2026, yet overall consumption continues to rise.
Analysts Discuss Xi Jinping's Response to U.S.-Iran and Russia-Ukraine Conflicts
CNN's Fareed Zakaria interviewed two diplomats about how Chinese leader Xi Jinping is assessing U.S. President Donald Trump's military actions against Iran and Russian President Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine. The segment aired on May 24, 2026.
techjuice.pkChina Adds Fake Driver to Driverless Metro to Ease Passenger Concerns
A Chinese metro system placed a human attendant in the cab of an automated train. The attendant performs no operational duties and serves only to reassure riders.
en.antaranews.comFour EU Countries Seek Stronger Trade Measures Against China
Spain, France, Italy and the Netherlands have called for tougher European Union trade actions toward China. The countries cited the need to protect domestic industries from what they described as unfair practices.
sabcnews.comRescuers Search for Two Missing After China Mine Blast Kills 82
Search teams continued work Sunday for two people unaccounted for after a gas explosion at a mine in northern China. Authorities said the facility had serious safety violations.
livemint.comRescuers Search for Survivors After Shanxi Coal Mine Blast Kills 82
Rescue teams continued operations Sunday at the Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi province after a gas explosion Friday evening killed at least 82 miners. Two miners remain missing and dozens are hospitalized.
nbcnews.comJapan Trade Minister Holds Brief Talks With Chinese Counterpart
Japan's trade minister spoke briefly with China's commerce minister during an APEC dinner in Suzhou on Friday. The exchange marked the first ministerial-level contact between the two countries since a diplomatic standoff began in November.