US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated that the US is not receiving sufficient critical mineral exports from China despite ongoing high-level talks. He emphasized US leverage and efforts to boost domestic production to reduce dependency.
The White House and Beijing used subtly different phrases to describe their relationship, highlighting a broader US challenge in interpreting China's intentions. Analysts attribute this difficulty to funding cuts in US language programs, dwindling student exchanges, and reduced interest in learning Chinese, leading to fragmented China analysis.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Manila to manage bilateral tensions ahead of a Trump-Xi summit. Discussions covered China's South China Sea conduct, US war against Iran, and US election meddling claims, with Rubio reiterating US defense treaty obligations to the Philippines after a recent maritime incident.
China's soybean imports reached a record 13.55 million tonnes in June, driven by Brazilian supply and cleared port backlogs. However, US imports fell 42.4% year-to-date, totaling 9.31 million tonnes, despite China's commitment to purchase at least 25 million tonnes annually through 2028.
China announced the U.S. confirmed it will not renew an executive order revoking Hong Kong's special trading status, a move China appreciates as a step towards fulfilling trade talks consensus. The U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control delisted some sanctioned individuals, though others remain on a different list.
L'ambassadeur de France en Algérie, Stéphane Romatet, a annoncé l'objectif de rétablir 250.000 visas annuels pour les Algériens, suscitant la «consternation» à droite, notamment de Marine Le Pen qui dénonce une «ouverture totale des vannes migratoires» et une «trahison» du pouvoir.
President Xi Jinping opened China's 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference, elevating its status and signaling AI's role as a technological imperative and cornerstone of China's geopolitical strategy amid US tech restrictions.
Chinese President Xi Jinping used the World AI Conference in Shanghai to promote open-source AI, challenging US dominance and advocating for global collaboration. China launched WAICO, a 29-nation coalition, to give Global South nations a voice in AI governance, while also developing its own advanced open-weight models.
President Xi Jinping calls for inclusive AI development, warns against securitization, and advocates for Global South support at China's largest AI industry event.
US President Donald Trump accuses China of stealing 220 million US voter files, straining ties and casting doubt on Xi Jinping's planned US visit; China denies allegations as 'unfounded smears'.
Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered his first keynote at the World AI Conference, pledging open source AI growth amid rising US-China tensions, hours after a critical US address by Donald Trump.
Xi Jinping promueve un nuevo orden mundial para la IA abierta y colaborativa, lanzando la Organización Mundial de Cooperación en IA para influir en las normas globales y contrarrestar la dominancia de EE.UU.
China calls for dialogue to resolve a long-standing border dispute with a neighbour, after 2023's deadliest clashes in over a decade left over 100 dead, with a December ceasefire mostly holding despite breach accusations.
Em reunião sobre minerais críticos, Lula afirmou que China tem "obsessão" por conhecimento sobre terras raras e que Trump tem "inveja" dos chineses. Presidente destacou potencial brasileiro, mas apontou falta de direcionamento estratégico.
Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of strategic resilience and confidence between China and North Korea amidst a complex international landscape. He met with North Korean Prime Minister Pak Thae Song, stressing the need for bilateral relations to align with socialist development and modernization goals.
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with North Korean Premier Pak Thae-song in Beijing, urging the two nations to strengthen bilateral relations to bolster their socialist endeavors and modernization. The meeting coincided with the 65th anniversary of a friendship treaty between China and North Korea.
Chinese President Xi Jinping met North Korean Premier Pak Thae-song in Beijing on Friday ahead of the 65th anniversary of a friendship treaty. Pak arrived for a three-day visit to attend the commemoration event.
SCMP's weekly report features China's Xi Jinping sending a July 4 message to Trump, setting a new precedent amid diplomatic efforts to stabilize US-China relations. Other highlights include Hong Kong's top IB scorers and China's role in Cabo Verde's FIFA journey.
A fire at a shoe factory in China's Fujian province on Thursday killed at least 28 people. President Xi Jinping has called for an investigation and accountability for those responsible. This incident follows a series of deadly fires in China.
A massive fire at the Huiteng Shoes factory in Fujian province, China, on Thursday resulted in 28 deaths. Emergency crews responded to the blaze, which sent thick smoke billowing from the building. Authorities are investigating the cause and holding those responsible accountable.
A major fire broke out at a shoe factory in Fujian province, China, on Thursday. Around 200 firefighters were dispatched, and authorities confirmed casualties, with President Xi Jinping warning of "heavy human losses" as workers are believed trapped.
China made its largest daily purchase of US soybeans since November, selling 472,000 tonnes. Analysts see this as a positive signal of Beijing's commitment to trade agreements made after the Trump-Xi summit, with further good faith expected in September.
President Xi Jinping presented China's top science awards, emphasizing tech innovation's role in modernization and global competitiveness. He acknowledged challenges like insufficient original innovation and talent structure issues.
President Xi Jinping awarded top scientists, including Ben De for his work on China's first airborne pulse-Doppler fire-control radar, at a ceremony in Beijing. Xi emphasized the importance of scientific and technological self-reliance during the 15th five-year plan period.
