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America’s Venezuelan adventure has limited impact on Asia
The article discusses the perceived limited impact of recent US actions against Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and efforts to seize Venezuelan oil revenues on Asian geopolitics. It critiques assu...
DeepSeek stays mum on next AI model release as technical papers show frontier innovation
Chinese artificial intelligence firm DeepSeek has not disclosed information about its upcoming major releases for the V3 and R1 models, despite publishing technical papers highlighting advancements in...
China’s AI toy boom: Huawei, JD.com, UBTech make big push into growing sector
Chinese tech companies are expanding their presence in the smart toys market. In November, Huawei sold over 10,000 units of its Smart Hanhan AI toy within the first week of release. The toy, priced at...
Trump dials up risky Iran tariffs that would hit China, UAE and others: What to know
US President Donald Trump has announced new 25% tariffs on any country trading with Iran in an attempt to increase pressure on Tehran. However, this move might not immediately impact Iran significantl...
Chinese rocket shares slump after warnings on ‘irrational’ rally
Chinese stocks linked to commercial rocket production declined sharply this week following warnings about irrational market behavior. Companies like Hunan Aerospace Huanyu Communication Technology and...
NATO Secretary General Dodges Greenland Question and Refrains from Criticizing Trump
During an interview, NATO's Secretary General avoided directly addressing questions regarding Greenland potentially aligning with China and steered clear of commenting on President Trump’s recent stat...
DeepSeek founder’s High-Flyer ranks among China’s top hedge-fund firms in 2025
High-Flyer Quant, founded by DeepSeek's CEO Liang Wenfeng, achieved a 56.6% return last year and ranked second among the top-performing large hedge funds in China. The firm was narrowly outperformed o...
Xpeng’s flying car unit readies Hong Kong IPO for take-off
Aridge, formerly known as AeroHT and an affiliate of Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng, plans to list its shares in Hong Kong. The Guangzhou-based company controlled by He Xiaopeng (co-founder and ...
Seats sell out on Hong Kong’s new high-speed rail routes to mainland China
Hong Kong's new high-speed rail routes connecting 16 mainland Chinese destinations have seen rapid sales success with seats selling out on the first day. MTR Corporation launched these additional link...
Carney’s visit to Beijing could reset Canada-China ties
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Chinese President Xi Jinping aim to address trade tensions between their countries, which face significant U.S. tariffs. The meeting in Beijing is expected t...
Hong Kong stocks edge higher on tech and pharmaceutical gains
On Monday, Hong Kong's stock market saw slight increases due to gains in technology and biopharmaceutical sectors. The Hang Seng Index advanced by 0.3% to reach 26,308.4 at 9:45am, while the Hang Seng...
Foreign, Hong Kong retailers close stores in mainland China amid changing dynamics
Foreign and Hong Kong retailers are experiencing difficulties in mainland China with multiple store closures due to outdated business models and changes in the macroeconomic environment. Analysts at L...
Hong Kong must issue bonds as public works drive capital account deficit: Paul Chan
Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po stated that Hong Kong's investment in public works projects will lead to a capital account deficit, necessitating bond issuance for funding. He also announced the u...
Is the Development of AI Really a "Race"?
Sam Roggeveen ponders whether the competition between the U.S. and China in artificial intelligence development can be described as an existential struggle or just another technological race....
Washington halts rule targeting Chinese drone imports
The United States Commerce Department has withdrawn a proposed rule that would have imposed new restrictions on Chinese-made drones. This decision concludes months of review and precedes President Don...
Russian naval vessel joins Chinese and Iranian warships for drills off South Africa
A Russian naval vessel will participate in joint military exercises alongside Chinese and Iranian warships off the coast of South Africa. The drills were initially planned for November 2025 but have s...
Amid historical tensions with Japan, Hong Kong must engage for the future
The author describes attending a memorial service for victims of the Nanking massacre at Hong Kong government offices in Admiralty, highlighting the historical tensions between China and Japan stemmin...
Chinese robot vacuum maker Dreame bets on AI-driven appliances to run household chores
Dreame Technology, a leading Chinese maker of robot vacuum cleaners, showcased over 20 new AI-powered household appliances at CES in Las Vegas, aiming to create an AI-driven ecosystem for managing hom...
Shanghai steps up oversight of delayed payment practices hurting suppliers
The Shanghai municipal government has established a task force to monitor its manufacturing sectors and ensure timely payment to suppliers affected by delayed payments. Deputy Secretary General Gu Jun...
The Growing Dilemma of the Republican Party Regarding Greenland
The article discusses growing tensions within the United States' Republican Party regarding its stance on Greenland, with some members advocating for increased American interest and presence in the re...
It’s HAL out there: Tencent AI chatbot tells user to ‘get lost’ in rare angry outburst
Tencent Holdings issued an apology after its popular AI chatbot Yuanbao was reported to have insulted a user. This incident has sparked discussions about the risks associated with rapidly advancing ge...
Trump’s Bad Neighbor Policy
The article suggests that President Trump's approach towards neighboring countries, treating them as subordinate states rather than equals, could drive these nations into forming closer ties with Chin...
Caroline Costello in the China in Africa Podcast
On December 19th, 2025, Caroline Costello, Assistant Director at the Global China Hub of the Atlantic Council, spoke on the 'China in Africa Podcast' about China's significant involvement in illegal r...
Zoltán Fehér in Delfi
On October 9th, 2025, Zoltán Fehér, a Global China Hub nonresident fellow at the Atlantic Council, gave an interview to Delfi, a Latvian news portal. The discussion revolved around tension in EU-China...
Could there be a link between glucose levels in the brain and Alzheimer’s disease?
Researchers from China’s Kunming Institute of Zoology claim an experimental drug targeting glucose levels has shown promise in treating late-stage Alzheimer's disease symptoms in mice, leading to sign...
Police to deepen Asean ties as Hong Kong set to host first top Interpol meeting
Hong Kong's police chief, Joe Chow Yat-ming, has expressed intentions to enhance collaboration with ASEAN countries and solidify Hong Kong’s role in law enforcement. The city is set to host the first ...
Reviewing the Chinese Navy in 2025 – Part I: The surface fleet
Naval News provides an annual review of developments within the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) for the year 2025, focusing on additions to the surface fleet and operational trends. More details ...
What are China’s hottest jobs as AI reshapes the labour market?
China's job market is experiencing significant structural changes due to rapid economic growth and demographic shifts. As Beijing seeks to reshape its employment landscape through innovation-led indus...
China-founded Tripo AI updates 3D content creation platform as users more than double
Tripo AI, a Chinese startup, released an updated version of its 3D content creation platform called Tripo Studio 1.0. The update increases the speed of AI-driven 3D content creation by up to 200%, wit...
If Trump wants a deal with China, he must rein in US allies in Asia
President Donald Trump faces difficulties in forging a significant agreement with China due to actions by U.S. allies that amplify the 'China threat.' Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's statemen...
Hong Kong authorities question World Bank’s ‘unfair’ business-ready grades
The Hong Kong authorities challenged the recently released World Bank report that graded the city lower for business readiness. They argued that outdated data caused unfair evaluations. According to a...
China’s Hainan hosts duty-free shopping spree under new customs regime
Since the implementation of a new customs regime covering all of China’s southern island province, Hainan, there has been a notable increase in consumer spending. Specifically, Sanya, the tourism hub ...
China parents buy AI clips of regretful single women to urge childless kids to marry
Parents in China are using artificial intelligence-generated videos showing middle-aged women regretting their decision not to marry or have children during their youth. These clips depict single wome...
A closer look at China’s ‘Flying Shark’ J-15 jet that made waves near Japan
A recent encounter near the Miyako Strait witnessed an engagement of Chinese Shenyang J-15 carrier-based fighter jets from China’s aircraft carrier Liaoning with Japanese military planes. This inciden...
China Rejects US Report Allegedly Weakening India-US Ties
Chinese officials have dismissed a recent United States report that suggested potential negative impacts on Indo-US defense cooperation due to increased China's military presence in the region....
US politicians back Coupang, seethe over South Korea’s ‘campaign of aggression’
Republican US politicians are supporting Seattle-based e-commerce firm Coupang against an ongoing investigation by the South Korean government, viewing it as favoring China. They remain silent about a...
Former Diplomat KP Fabian: China Does Not Respect India's Territorial Integrity
KP Fabian, a former diplomat of India, asserts that China does not respect the territorial integrity of India and criticizes Beijing’s expansionist policies....
China’s Quiet Stake in Post-Assad Syria
China's strategy regarding Syria after Assad shows restraint rather than eagerness for engagement. This caution stems from balancing geopolitical interests while avoiding significant commitments that ...
Long March 12A reaches orbit in first reusable launch attempt, but landing fails
The Chinese state-owned reusable rocket Long March 12A successfully launched into orbit but the recovery of the first stage did not succeed as planned....
AI finds its real-world footing at Hong Kong’s RGC Research Summit
The inaugural RGC Research Summit held in Hong Kong on December 11 highlighted how AI and other technological advancements are transforming daily life. Researchers from Hong Kong, often collaborating ...
China packs a patent punch in the race to build humanoid robots
Morgan Stanley's Robot Almanac reveals China has issued significantly more humanoid robot patents than other nations over the past five years - 7,705 patents compared to 1,561 in the US and 1,102 in J...
China slowdown deepens as investment falls
The economic growth of China is showing signs of further deterioration due to a decline in investment activities. This indicates an increasingly challenging environment for the Chinese economy....
Hot Topic Q&A: What Information Is Revealed by Putin's Year-end Review?
This article from Xinhua News Agency discusses insights and information that can be gleaned from Russian President Vladimir Putin’s annual review of events from the previous year, analyzing political ...
Taiwan intervention may just spell the end of the West
The article discusses the tendency of people and experts to picture future conflicts based on past experiences, such as those depicted in Hollywood films or personal memories. It raises concerns about...
Sand seas add grit to China-Mongolia relations
Dust storms originating from Mongolia regularly affect northern China, including Beijing. Chinese scientists and officials have identified parts of Mongolia as the source of these dust storms, exacerb...
Zero Gravity ZG-ONE
The Zero Gravity ZG-ONE, an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) multicopter developed by Zero Gravity Aircraft Industry, completed over 100 test flights by September 2023. The first producti...
Did a bowl of millet help end a migrant crisis in China 1,500 years ago?
The article explores how human migration has shaped societies throughout history and poses the question of how disparate groups become unified. It focuses on modern-day China where over 90% identify a...
Beijing’s Venezuela plans, Mexico-China tariffs: 7 Latin America relations reads
The article highlights seven news stories pertaining to global relations with an emphasis on Latin American countries and their interactions with China. One key story centers around Mexico's decision ...
Mainland Chinese money to drive 10% rise in Hong Kong commercial property deals: Colliers
Colliers reports that investment from mainland China in Hong Kong's commercial real estate sector is expected to increase property deals by 10% in 2026, marking the highest level of investment since 2...
Bookshelf: China may not be a superpower
Renowned historian Frank Dikotter argues in his book that China's image as a superpower may be exaggerated. According to the historian, the Chinese Communist Party has been weakened and is far from be...
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