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EU Plans Import Cap on Chinese Hybrid Cars Amid Trade Deficit Concerns
Chinese automakers, including BYD Co., achieved nearly 12% of Europe's car market share in August, with Chinese hybrid vehicles accounting
Webull’s China Ties Pose National Security Risk, Congress Finds
A bipartisan congressional committee has revealed that trading platform Webull is closely linked to the Chinese government, raising concerns about
Arizona Stands Firm with Taiwan Amid Chinese Pressure
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs attended the opening of a new economic and cultural office in Phoenix alongside Taiwanese leaders, defying
Arizona Welcomes Taiwan Office Amid Chinese Pressure
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs defied Chinese pressure by attending the opening of a new economic and cultural office in Phoenix
V-Key Strengthens AI Economic Security with Strategic Investment in CloudsineAI
Tower Capital Asia, also known as TCA, announced a majority investment in V-Key, a leading provider in the field of
Taiwan’s $265 Billion Chip Investment in Arizona Amid China’s Objections
Taiwan has opened its 14th office in the United States, located in Phoenix, to promote collaboration in technology, particularly in
DeepSeek Considers Doubling Funding Round to $15 Billion Amid State and Corporate Interest
DeepSeek, a Chinese AI company, is contemplating expanding its latest funding round to 100 billion yuan, equivalent to $14.9 billion,
China’s Banking Sector Overhaul: Hundreds of Banks Closed in 2025 Consolidation
China closed a record 670 banking institutions in 2025 as part of a sweeping consolidation effort to address risks in
Fed Urged to Reconsider Hong Kong’s Dollar Lifeline Access
House China committee Chairman John Moolenaar is urging the Fed to review Hong Kong's access to the FIMA repo facility,
DeepSeek Nears $12 Billion Funding Round Supported by Tencent and CATL
DeepSeek, a Chinese AI lab, is on the brink of securing a significant funding round amounting to at least 80
Quantinuum Partners with University of Western Australia to Enhance Australia’s Quantum Technology Strength
Quantinuum has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the University of Western Australia (UWA) to strengthen talent development and
Global Collaboration Between CSL and Alentis to Develop and Commercialize Lixudebart for Treating Rare Kidney and Liver Diseases
CSL and Alentis have announced a global partnership to collaborate on the development and commercialization of Lixudebart, a treatment for
Japan Inc’s Withdrawal from China Creates Opportunities for India
Chain diversification is reshaping the landscape of Asian investment, as Japan Inc's retreat from China opens doors for India's burgeoning
Southeast Asia Grapples with Challenges as ‘China Plus One’ Strategy Falls Short
The "China plus one" strategy that drew global manufacturers to Southeast Asia is yielding mixed results for the region. While
China’s Mutual Fund Closures Surge, Reflecting Industry Challenges
China's mutual fund industry is experiencing a surge in closures, with approximately 256 publicly offered funds already liquidated this year
China’s Manufacturing Might: A Challenge and Opportunity for Developing Economies
China's growing dominance of global manufacturing presents a complex challenge for emerging economies. While Beijing's subsidies play a role, a
Zhou Yuxiang’s Vision for China’s Industrial AI Revolution
When Zhou Yuxiang founded Black Lake Technologies, he hired salespeople from traditional Western software companies. However, as the startup shifted
China Hosts 2026 World Manufacturing Convention with RMB 363.4 Billion in Agreements
The 2026 World Manufacturing Convention in Hefei, China, concluded with 790 project agreements worth RMB 363.4 billion. The event, held
China Tightens Control Over Rare Earth Industry, US Envoy Warns
Accusing Beijing of weaponizing its dominance in critical minerals, US ambassador to China David Perdue highlighted China's increasing control over
MI5 Issues Spy Alert to UK Universities Over Chinese Front Company Stealing Research
China's intelligence service used a front company to pay grants to British universities and steal crucial research about technology projects,
Chinese Stocks Struggle Near One-Year Lows Amid Disappointing Policy Support
Chinese chip stocks lingered near one-year lows on Wednesday despite Beijing's recent efforts to bolster credit, mortgages, and investment. The
China’s Yuan Not Yet Ready to Challenge USD, Potentially Competing Against Pound and Yen
Despite China's efforts to boost the yuan's global relevance, Standard Chartered China CEO Jean Lu dismissed the idea of the
The Interplay Between AI, Crypto, and Illicit Transactions Revealed
Venture capitalists are heavily investing in artificial intelligence (AI) while also showing interest in cryptocurrency finance. Crypto startups received $10
Merck’s PD-1 Inhibitor Pembrolizumab Subcutaneous Injection Approved in China
Merck, a pharmaceutical company based in Kenilworth, New Jersey, announced that its PD-1 inhibitor pembrolizumab subcutaneous injection has been approved
Yiborui Releases AI Intelligent Agent Research Report: Consumer Willingness to Use Rises, Focus on “Authorization Management Mechanism”
Consumers are gradually applying AI intelligent agents to more complex financial service scenarios—beyond information retrieval and product comparison, more users
Sino Group and SVhk Launch ‘Inno-North’ Initiative in Hong Kong
The northern urban area is gradually evolving into an important new community in Hong Kong's future. With the ongoing development
China’s Gwadar Port in Pakistan: A Plan Unfulfilled
China's ambitious port project in Pakistan at Gwadar faces challenges as it falls short of its promised potential. Gwadar was
China’s New Measures to Boost Economy and Property Sector
China unveiled new measures to stimulate its economy and property sector, aiming to meet its year-end economic growth target. The
Transport Corporation of India Announces ₹1,500 Crore Buyback and China Subsidiary
Transport Corporation of India has approved a share buyback worth ₹1,500 crore and the incorporation of a wholly owned subsidiary
Hangzhou’s Tech Companies Forge Strong Ties with Hong Kong for Global Expansion
On September 22, the Hong Kong Industry Cooperation Promotion Conference & 9th Hangzhou-Hong Kong-Macao Development Exchange Conference 2026 brought together
DHL Express Heavy Weight Business Continues Growth, Accelerating Chinese Companies’ Global Expansion
DHL Express's Heavy Weight Express service, a key development focus, is aiding Chinese companies in expanding globally. Introduced globally in
Link Cell Therapies Expands Logic-Gated CAR-T Therapy Clinical Delivery, Boosts Executive Team, and Increases Series A Funding to $90 Million
Link Cell Therapies, a cancer cell treatment company, has initiated clinical delivery of its lead project LNK001, a CAR-T therapy
China Hosts 9th Nanning Overseas Talent Competition
The 9th China·Nanning Overseas Talent Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition 2026 concluded in Nanning on Sept. 22 as part of the
Hong Kong ETFs Target Chinese Insurer Demand for Overseas Assets
Hong Kong has recently listed eight exchange-traded funds (ETFs) targeting Chinese insurers' growing appetite for overseas assets. The move is
Hong Kong Stock Exchange Welcomes Four New ETFs Tracking Cross-Market Indexes
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange welcomed the listing of four new Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) tracking three cross-market indexes this month,
NIO and Geely Holding Group Forge Strategic Partnership in Battery Swapping and Charging Businesses
NIO Inc., a key player in the smart electric vehicle market, has finalized strategic agreements with Zhejiang Geely Holding Group
China’s Crackdown on Billionaires and Offshore Wealth
China's government is intensifying its scrutiny of wealthy individuals and offshore assets in a move to regulate the country's economic
US-China Trade Agreement Promises $30 Billion Tariff Relief and AI Talks
The recent agreement between the United States and China presents a potential relief on tariffs amounting to $30 billion in
Taiwan’s Vital Role in US-China Relations Amid AI Competition
Taiwan's strategic importance in the realm of technology and geopolitics has come to the fore, particularly in the age of
Taiwan’s Vital Role in AI Defense Amid China-U.S. Dynamics
Taiwan has established itself as a crucial player in the global technology supply chain, earning the nickname "silicon shield" for
Investing in AI: China Holds Key to Maximizing Returns
Investors seeking to enhance their exposure to artificial intelligence should focus on China, advised Matthews Asia portfolio manager Andrew Mattock.
China’s Progress in Cancelling Overseas Coal Projects Amid Climate Change Concerns
Addressing the UN General Assembly in 2021, Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged to stop funding overseas coal power plants in
Physical AI Infrastructure by GrainShadow Bio: China’s Autonomous Breakthrough in Biomanufacturing Data
Physical AI infrastructure and billion-level dry-wet experimental data point solution unveiled globally in Shenzhen. As global biopharmaceutical giants integrate AI
Brightray Signs Prefabricated Module Sales Framework Agreement for 40MW AI Data Center Project in Macao
BUUU Group Limited's subsidiary, Brightray Science Inc., announced the signing of a "Prefabricated Module Sales Framework Agreement" with a customer
Chinese AI Startups Lead in Revenue Growth and Data Breaches: DeepSeek Hits $1 Billion, OpenAI Breaches Australian Medicare Portal
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has seen a significant revenue increase, with an annualized run rate of $1 billion, displaying rapid
China’s Rare-Earth Dominance: A Key Factor in Trump-Xi Talks
The upcoming meeting between President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping holds significant importance due to China's control over rare
Anwar Ibrahim Highlights Malaysia-China Digital Investment Cooperation
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim affirmed Malaysia's commitment to welcoming China's digital technology investments and cooperation during the 5th
Morgan Stanley Leak Reveals Over 100 Potential Deals: Impact on Named Companies
Morgan Stanley's confidential information leak has brought to light more than 100 potential deals, sparking concerns and speculations about the
Morgan Stanley Leak Reveals Over 100 Potential Deals Across Asia
An internal Morgan Stanley document containing details of more than 100 potential investment-banking deals across Asia was accidentally shared with
US-China AI Rivalry and the Push for Technological Self-Reliance
AI is expected to be a major topic when Chinese President Xi Jinping meets US President Donald Trump in Washington
NUS Enterprise Launches Nova, an AI Platform to Match Research with Global Business Opportunities
NUS Enterprise, a leading institution in Asia's Singapore National University (NUS), has unveiled Nova, an AI platform designed to support
Yuneng Technology Strengthens European VPP Layout with Strategic Collaboration
Yuneng Technology has recently forged strategic partnerships with two major European energy platforms, Axle Energy and Enode, during the International
Deutsche Bank Releases 2026 Report on Core Trends in Retail Property Supply/Demand in Greater China
Deutsche Bank released its 2026 "Core Trends in Retail Property Supply/Demand in Greater China" research report. As of the second
Trump Meets Xi Again: How Far Can the US-China Trade ‘Truce’ Go?
Before the upcoming meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Thursday, trade officials from both countries
Wenge AI Subsidiary D2 Intelligence Launches DocuMind for Enterprise Document Intelligence
D2 Intelligence, a subsidiary of Wenge AI, has unveiled DocuMind, an enterprise document intelligence and decision platform tailored for financial
China’s Belt and Road Initiative Expands Capital Connectivity in ASEAN Region
The ASEAN Business Leaders Summit aims to deepen capital connectivity across the corridor, fostering economic growth and collaboration. The event,
Hong Kong City University and Cambridge Partner to Establish Center for Advanced and Smart Manufacturing
Hong Kong City University (HKCU) has established the Center for Advanced and Smart Manufacturing (CASM) aiming to position Hong Kong
CLPS Completes Bank Customer AI Anti-Money Laundering Project, Achieves High Accuracy with Small-Scale Language Models
CLPS Group (NASDAQ: CLPS), also known as 'CLPS,' announced the successful completion of its generative artificial intelligence (AI) assisted Anti-Money
Rehlko’s Backup Power Capacity Doubles at Changzhou Base | Rehlko Achieves Doubling of Annual Backup Power Capacity at Its Changzhou Manufacturing Base
Rehlko has doubled its backup power capacity from 5.5 GW to 11 GW through a strategic investment plan, strengthening its
BlackRock Becomes First Wholly Foreign-Owned Public Fund Manager to Gain QDII Status in China
US asset manager BlackRock has made history by obtaining Qualified Domestic Institutional Investor (QDII) status in China. This milestone marks
China Launches Antitrust Probe on Alibaba and Meituan Units Amid Digital Platform Scrutiny
China's State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) is investigating several booking platforms, including an Alibaba-backed business and a Meituan unit,
Guangzhou Auto Cambodia KD Factory Commences Production, Setting New Benchmark for ASEAN Localized Manufacturing
Guangzhou Auto Cambodia KD Factory held its production commencement ceremony in Kampong Chhnang Province on September 17. The event was
China’s Investment Conundrum: A Shift in Economic Dynamics
Power competition in global economics is often framed in terms of fleets, chips, and alliances, but at its core, it's
Cricket’s Strategic Play in China’s Trillion-Yuan Sports Economy
At first glance, China may seem an unlikely frontier for cricket, with its men ranking 92nd in the T20I and
Wan Tong Securities Completes $15 Million Direct Offering of ReTo Eco-Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: RETO) for Clients
Wan Tong Securities, a U.S. financial firm, has successfully finalized a $15 million registration direct issuance for its clients in
TÜV South Germany Showcases RoboSec 2026, Focuses on Global Compliance of Humanoid Robots
TÜV South Germany, also known as "TÜV South," made its debut at the first RoboSec 2026 in China, highlighting the
Chinese Memory Giants CXMT and YMTC Enter Flash Memory Market to Challenge International Rivals
Chinese chipmaking giant, CXMT, known as ChangXin Memory Technologies, is gearing up to enter the flash memory chip market, currently
XunCe Technology and Jinpu Investment Collaborate to Pioneer New Paradigm in AI Native Fund Building
XunCe Technology announced a partnership with Jinpu Industrial Investment Fund Management Co. on September 17. The collaboration aims to explore
XCMG Initiates Construction of Mining Equipment Component Overhaul and Remanufacturing Center in Indonesia
XCMG has commenced the construction of its overseas base dedicated to mining equipment component overhaul and remanufacturing in Bali, Indonesia.
Flaura2 Phase III Clinical Study Shows Overall Survival Benefit Trend Consistent with Global Data in Chinese Population Treated with Tagrisso and Chemotherapy for EGFR Mutant Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
The analysis of overall survival in the Chinese subgroup of FLAURA2 showed that the benefit-risk profile of the combination regimen
China’s CXMT Expands into Flash Memory Market to Challenge Samsung, YMTC
Chinese chipmaker CXMT is set to enter the flash memory chip market, dominated by Samsung Electronics and other foreign rivals,
China’s Cxmt Expands Flash-Memory Production to Compete with Samsung and YMTC
China's semiconductor manufacturer Cxmt is gearing up to increase its production of flash-memory chips to address the ongoing global shortage.
ACROBiosystems and MediumBank Form Strategic Partnership for AI Protein Applications in Cell Culture Field
ACROBiosystems and MediumBank officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement focusing on "AI protein-enhanced culture medium performance." The collaboration aims to
Shangmei Sizhi and Accor Group Sign Two New Brands, JO&JOE Accor Meicui Hotel and greet by Accor Accor Brand Hotel Enter China
Shangmei Sizhi Hotel Group and Accor Group's new brand strategic cooperation conference was held in Qingdao on September 17, 2026.
Yilongtong Platform by Mall Digital Chain Science Successfully Issues First Supply Chain Bill Asset Securitization Product
In a significant milestone on September 16, 2026, under the guidance of the China Interbank Market Dealers Association and the
Chinese AI Models Lag Behind U.S. Rivals in Revenue Despite Growing User Base
Chinese artificial intelligence models have attracted users with their affordability and open accessibility, but they significantly trail behind their American
Huawei Launches OceanStor M900 AI Memory Storage to Accelerate AI Inference in Large-Scale Data Centers
During the Huawei Full-Connect Conference 2026, Huawei Vice Chairman and Acting Chairman Wang Tao officially unveiled the OceanStor M900 AI
Moonshot Launches Kimi AI Tools for Financial Services in China
The Chinese artificial intelligence startup Moonshot has integrated its Kimi model with financial data providers like S&P and Wind Information.
CKGSB Survey Reveals Cautious Investor Sentiment in China’s Stock Market
The latest CKGSB Investor Sentiment Survey for Q3 2026 indicates a cautious outlook among investors in China's A-share market. Despite
India’s Semiconductor Industry Gears Up for SEMICON India 2026
Picture a grain of sand transformed into a wafer thinner than a fingernail etched with billions of nodes — this
China’s Largest Bank Linked to Mining Loans for Political Influence
China's biggest bank, the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, has been linked to issuing loss-making or marginal loans to
Manchester China Center Dr. Fu Xiaoxiao Attends Sino-UK Talent Development Forum
Dr. Fu Xiaoxiao, the founding director of Manchester China Center and the regional president for China at Manchester University International
Terrepower Launches Ontility Electric Vehicle Battery Lifecycle Solution in Europe and North America
Terrepower, the world's largest sustainable manufacturer based on sales volume, has introduced electric vehicle batteries under its Ontility brand, specifically
Investors Back AI Infrastructure in Latest Startup Funding News
Startup funding for the week kicked off with a focus on AI infrastructure across various sectors. Qupital, a Hong Kong
China Leads Global Efforts, Nippon Paint Supports Acceleration of Overseas Manufacturing for Chinese Automakers
In recent years, the Chinese automotive industry's overseas expansion model is rapidly shifting from a single "vehicle exports" approach to
Hong Kong Watchdog Issues Guidance on Raids Amid Growing Scrutiny of Share Sales
Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) provided instructions to investment banks on how to cooperate during regulatory raids, signaling
China’s Tax Changes Spark Concerns of Founder Share Sales
Haidilao International Holding's recent stock drop following co-founder Shu Ping's $350 million share sale is shedding light on other vulnerable