The comments on the Strait of Hormuz by China’s leader, Xi Jinping, reflect Beijing’s complex relations with Iran and other Persian Gulf nations.
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Hong Kong-Shenzhen tech cooperation gets a boost with Lenovo AI lab in Hetao hub
Hong Kong’s technology cooperation with Shenzhen received a boost on Wednesday as Lenovo Group, the world’s biggest personal computer maker, set up an innovation lab at the city’s new Hetao tech hub …
A robot ran a half marathon faster than a human. Here’s why folding laundry is still harder
A premapped course, a crew of handlers and a world-beating time: here’s what this Beijing half marathon reveals about how far humanoid robots have come—and how far they haven’t …
Most serious cyberattacks against the UK now from Russia, Iran and China, cyber chief says
The head of the U.K.’s National Cyber Security Centre warns that hostile nations like Russia, Iran and China are behind the most serious cyberattacks in the U.K.
Africa, Southeast Asia drive China solar panel exports to record in March
By Sudarshan Varadhan and Sam Li SINGAPORE/BEIJING, April 22 (Reuters) – China’s solar panel exports soared to a record in March, China customs and industry data showed, as Southeast Asia and Africa …
Beijing pushes back on Trump claim seized Iranian ship carried ‘gift from China’
Iranian-flagged cargo ship TOUSKA was seized Sunday by American forces amid US blockade of Strait of Hormuz | Anadolu …
Does William Lai’s cancelled eSwatini trip show Beijing’s reach in Africa?
Taipei accused Beijing of pressuring the three African nations to withdraw clearance for Lai’s aircraft. With re-routing proving complex, Lai’s office said safety concerns lef …
Shifting Saudi ties: what role could China take after Iran war is over?
Caught between Washington and Tehran, Riyadh may shift towards self-reliance and diversifying partnerships, observers note.
Volkswagen to expand China-made EV exports to emerging markets
The move comes as China’s car market faces softer demand, leaving the industry with excess capacity and sharper price competition while domestic carmakers increase their overseas presence.
Hybrid Is the Key for Global Retailers in China
Global brands grappling with China’s fast-moving, fiercely competitive landscape shouldn’t hesitate to enlist local help. Whether that results in a joint venture, licensing agreement, or outright sale …
China: Pony.AI Wants Toe In European Water
Pony.AI is very interested in the European robotaxi market for good reasons. Europeans are rich, and unlike the USA, are open to Chinese vehicles and robotaxi companies operating there. The Chinese …
Why China’s exports will keep on rising
In the first three months of 2026, China’s exports of transistors jumped by 26% in dollar terms compared with the same period of 2025. This time last year, after Donald Trump introduced “liberation …
Beijing-Delhi flights resume in big boost to strengthening India-China ties
Air China has resumed its Beijing-Delhi service, according to a news report by Chinese publication Global Times.
