For more than a decade, leader Xi Jinping has overseen a transformation within the Chinese economy with one aim: making it energy-secure.
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China-linked route exposed after US seizes Iran-bound ship with suspected dual-use cargo
An Iranian-flagged cargo ship seized by U.S. forces had recently visited Chinese ports, spotlighting a supply route now under scrutiny by officials.
China threatens EU firms over cybersecurity plans targeting Chinese companies
China’s commerce ministry warns broad retaliation is on the table if firms such as Huawei and ZTE are penalised by proposed law.
Hundreds of Cars Burn in BYD Fire, But Company Says Batteries Aren’t to Blame
In the early hours of April 14, 2026, the world’s largest electric vehicle manufacturer, BYD, faced a crisis that quickly drew global attention. At precisely 2:48 a.m., fire crews in Shenzhen were …
Embracing work-life balance: Shenzhen company implements four-day work week
A foreign trade company in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, recently announced that it will implement a four-day work week, allowing its employees to enjoy a paid day off every Wednesday, in a bid to …
Humanoid robot beats human half-marathon world record in Beijing
Some robots ran the Beijing half-marathon autonomously, while others were controlled remotely, all competing on a parallel course to avoid collisions with human athletes.
Humanoid robots outrun everyone in Beijing half-marathon, beats world-record time
A Chinese technology company proved that if the robots do rise up against us, we’re probably not going to be able to outrun them.
US and allied forces kick off combat drills with Philippines as China objects
The United States and the Philippines have kicked off of their largest combat exercises in an annual display of allied military might.
Consider Beijing’s 10-point plan, Taiwan business leaders urge ruling DPP
The island’s government has sparked a row by accusing industry groups of bowing to pressure from mainland China.
China’s Xi, in call with Saudi crown prince, calls for Strait of Hormuz to remain open
BEIJING, April 20 (Reuters) – Chinese President Xi Jinping called for normal passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz to be maintained, in a phone call on Monday with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince …
Iranian ship seized by US Marines has China links
Iran has accused the U.S. of an act of “maritime piracy” after the seizure of the vessel, warning its armed forces would respond.
ADGM, Shenzhen’s Futian District in China to advance cross-border financial ties
ABU DHABI, 20th April, 2026 (WAM) — ADGM has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Futian District People’s Government of Shenzhen, marking a significant step in strengthening economic …
Escape route from Iran energy shock leads to China, U.S. allies find
Countries are navigating between the desire to speed up the green transition and worries over Beijing’s clean-tech dominance.
