Shenzhen, China transformed from a modest fishing community into a vast technology and manufacturing center with more than 12 million residents. The journey explores the skyscrapers of Futian, …
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World in Brief: America accuses China of evading tariffs; Zambia suspends vote count
The Trump administration accused China of evading American tariffs by rerouting exports through more than 40 countries. It estimates this costs up to $26bn in lost annual tax revenue. It is developing …
China to tighten entry and exit regulations for travellers from Sept 15
Travellers entering and leaving China will face stricter controls under new regulations covering travel applications from Sept 15. These regulations, approved at a State Council executive meeting, and …
China’s Z.ai says new model nears Anthropic’s Mythos 5 in cyber-defence tests
By Eduardo Baptista and Laurie Chen BEIJING, Aug 14 (Reuters) – Chinese AI startup Z.ai said on Friday its open-source GLM-5.3 model had neared Anthropic’s restricted Mythos 5 in identifying software …
5.22 lakh new COVID-19 cases, 1 death reported in China in July amid cyclical surge
China reported 5,22,000 new COVID-19 cases in July, including 487 severe cases and one death, as infection numbers continued to fluctuate upward.
China July bank loans contract for second time in 2026 on weak demand
BEIJING, Aug 14 (Reuters) – China’s new yuan loans contracted in July for the second time this year, falling short of forecasts as seasonal factors and weak household credit demand dragged on lending …
China’s AI talent race is starting younger – with parents seeking headstarts for their children
AI talent is commanding a huge premium in China – and parents are betting that exposing their children to technology early could give them a headstart.
Mudslide in eastern China kills one, more heavy rain expected
BEIJING, Aug 14 (Reuters) – A mudslide in eastern China’s Zhejiang Province on Friday killed one person and three others remained missing, while eastern and southern provinces were bracing for more …
Philippine president says joint oil and gas exploration with China a ‘distinct possibility’
By Karen Lema and Nestor Corrales MANILA, Aug 14 (Reuters) – Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said on Friday that there was a “distinct possibility” that the Philippines and China could …
China reports 522,000 new COVID-19 cases, one death in July amid fluctuating upward trend
China reported 522,000 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases in July, including 487 severe cases and one related death with cases showing a fluctuating upward trend, China national disease control authority …
China’s COVID-19 wave at peak plateau as Omicron variant dominates
The China CDC said COVID-19 has now become a common respiratory infectious disease, and the country is expected to experience one to two epidemic waves each year. The current outbreak remains a …
China-US divide evolves: Expert warns full ban on Chinese AI models could cross Beijing’s red line
George Chen of the Asia Group said while the U.S.-China competition has spurred AI innovation, both sides should pursue “co-opetition” by cooperating on critical issues such as AI safety. He also said …
China-U.S. divide evolves: Expert warns full ban on Chinese AI models could cross Beijing’s red line
Monday – Friday, 10:00 – 11:00 SIN/HK | 0400 – 05:00 CET George Chen of the Asia Group said while the U.S.-China competition has spurred AI innovation, both sides should pursue “co-opetition” by …
