Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. warns of potential grey-zone influence and disinformation through Chinese academic exchanges, citing Jinan University's role in training language teachers in Manila, linked to a recent Batanes Islands sovereignty controversy.
ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), China's largest memory-chip maker, debuted with a 466% share surge, raising $8.6 billion in Asia's largest 2024 IPO, achieving a $3.3 trillion market cap despite US export controls limiting its tech to one generation behind global leaders.
China's advanced technology sector, including AI and new energy, accounts for 16.8 high-value invention patents per 10,000 people, driving economic growth despite property and demand challenges.
Chinese firms occupy the top 5 spots in LexisNexis' Patent Asset Index for bipedal walking robots, with US and European presence limited to lower rankings.
US Undersecretary Jacob Helberg commits to the Philippines that the Pax Silica Industrial Hub, part of a US-led AI supply chain initiative, will not erode Manila's sovereignty, despite concerns over job creation, farming community displacement, and environmental impact.
Hong Kong to launch revamped Huanggang Port border crossing in September under a new joint inspection model, with drills starting next month following legislative approval for a co-location arrangement with Shenzhen.
台湾控制院调查显示，台中学术交流不均衡，教育部和主管中台事务的机构未有效监督交流活动，许多学校未注册交流项目，且交流流向严重不均衡，中国学生来台交流人数大幅下降。
China's 40,000-tonne amphibious assault ship Sichuan, equipped with an electromagnetic catapult system, has entered its final testing phase, with capabilities to launch crewed and uncrewed aircraft, including the GJ-21 stealth attack drone, enhancing Beijing's potential action capabilities against Taiwan.
Chou Tien-chen (36) defeats Toma Junior Popov (27) 21-15, 7-21, 21-13 in China Open men’s singles final, becoming oldest Super 1000 champion.
The US has banned imports of new foreign-made humanoid robots and certain tech products, citing national security risks, primarily targeting China amid escalating tech rivalry.
The FCC has banned new imports of foreign-made advanced robotic devices (humanoids, quadrupeds, connected mobile machines) citing supply chain and cybersecurity risks, prompting China to condemn the move as protectionist.
ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) debuts on Shanghai exchange with a 466% share price surge, achieving a market capitalisation of 3.28 trillion yuan, surpassing all mainland China onshore listings. The semiconductor firm's unprecedented trading volume exceeded 140 billion yuan, prompting regulatory meetings to address market stability concerns.
A Chinese private firm, among others, invested in Indonesia in 2009 to secure nickel, crucial for stainless steel and advanced battery production, fostering deeper economic ties between China and Indonesia.
The FCC proposes banning imports and sales of new advanced robotic devices and power inverters due to security vulnerabilities, citing risks of data manipulation, surveillance, and foreign intelligence enhancement.
Moonshot AI has released Kimi K3’s weights and supporting infrastructure, making the model available for public use, modification and distribution. The open-weight system is described as the largest of its kind at 2.8 trillion parameters.
China's CDC reports Omicron NB.1.8.1 variant at moderate transmission level, with 16.3% positive rate for Covid-19 tests (up 4.3% from previous week) and advises vulnerable groups to take precautions.
The US supports arbitral tribunals like the one invalidating China's South China Sea claims under UNCLOS but rejects the ICC, highlighting a paradox in its approach to international law.
Wang Chuqin, world No 1 in table tennis, reflects on his recent decline in performance, hoping a new generation will emerge to lead China after the Los Angeles Olympics, as the country's men's dominance wanes post-Fan Zhendong's retirement.
The Trump administration is preparing to restore and expand funding for anti-China initiatives, including $175.8 million for undersea cables in the Caribbean and Central America. The broader plan could total more than $340 million for projects in the Western Hemisphere, Africa and Asia.
Tencent Holdings reallocates venture capital from legacy internet assets to China's top AI companies, accelerating its AI strategy with investments like a $3 billion round for Kling AI.
Russia aims to increase Chinese tourist arrivals to 5.5 million by 2030. US senators agree on new anti-Russia sanctions. EU warns of economic crisis in Armenia if it leaves EAEU. Global news includes drone tech, oil price drops, and geopolitical tensions.
China completes 11.9km Yangtze River Railway Tunnel, a key link in a high-speed line connecting Chongqing with Xiamen, overcoming geological and urban challenges.
China's top tech companies denied a US congressional delegation meetings, reflecting Beijing's selective AI diplomacy approach amid narrowing dialogue channels despite ongoing AI safety talks.
India commissions domestically built stealth frigate INS Mahendragiri and submarine hunter INS Malvan, showcasing efforts to scale up its naval fleet and reduce foreign dependence.
