As concern rises over the risks of artificial intelligence, hopes for any kind of global approach on safety depend on cooperation between the U.S. and China.
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“Beijing Declaration on Natural Diamonds and Sustainable Development” Signed in Beijing, Ushering in a New Chapter for China-Africa Natural Diamond Industry Cooperation
Rooted in the long-term friendly relations and mutually beneficial cooperation between China and Africa, the Beijing Declaration sets forth a shared vision for advancing sustainable development of the …
2026 Int’l Youth Band China Tour (Shenzhen) kicks off in Guangdong
Local students perform during the 2026 International Youth Band China Tour (Shenzhen) in Shenzhen, south China’s Guangdong Province, Sept. 16, 2026. The tour kicked off here on Wednesday. (Xinhua/Mao …
In the Age of A.I., Some in China Wonder if Learning English Is Worth the Trouble
A math teacher’s viral post prompted a debate over the language, which some see as an optional skill — and a symbol of Western dominance.
Is the U.S. and China’s mutual distrust the biggest risk as AI evolves?
Analysts tell CBS News that as the U.S. and China race for AI supremacy, they risk driving all of humanity “off a cliff.” …
China’s Lygend Resources looks to raise $547 million in Shenzhen share sale
Sept 16 (Reuters) – Chinese nickel provider Lygend Resources & Technology said on Wednesday it has priced its proposed share sale on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange at 21.23 yuan apiece, seeking to raise …
In a Signal to Trump, Beijing Hosts Iranian Diplomat Ahead of U.S.-China Summit
China renewed calls for an end to the fighting in the Middle East while demonstrating its influence over Tehran.
Singer Van Ness Wu tackles first Hyrox in Beijing a day after race’s ‘poop-gate’ controversy
Singer Van Ness Wu completes his first Hyrox race in Beijing, showcasing fitness and endurance despite prior injury and a busy tour schedule. Read more at straitstimes.com.
China’s top diplomat urges Iran, US to show restraint, revive talks
BEIJING, Sept 16 (Reuters) – China encourages Iran and the U.S. to remain rational, exercise restraint, return to the Islamabad memorandum and “engage in substantive consultations,” Chinese Foreign …
China defence minister urges nations to curb regressive historical trends
(Corrects spelling of Japanese leader’s name in paragraph 9) By Mei Mei Chu BEIJING, Sept 16 (Reuters) – Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun urged nations on Wednesday to avoid provocative acts and curb …
Digital tools enable 80% of Shenzhen grid inspection tasks to be conducted remotely
(ECNS) — About 80 percent of field inspection tasks in Shenzhen can now be conducted remotely, China Southern Power Grid said Tuesday at the 2026 International Digital Energy Expo.
China’s defence chief warns against coercion, avoids US, Japan mention
Dong Jun pitches shared security governance and military cooperation while warning against coercion.
China Defence Minister urges countries to check surge of regressive historical trends
By Mei Mei Chu BEIJING, Sept 16 (Reuters) – Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun said on Wednesday that countries should cease provocative acts and check the resurgence of regressive historical trends in …
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