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As Shein and Temu Hold Back, Chinese Exporters Rush to Latin America Amid U.S. Tariffs
China’s global retail champions may be cautious, but smaller exporters see opportunity in every port from Mexico to Brazil.
Aug 192 min read


Why Fewer Chinese Students Are Studying Abroad—And It’s Not Just About Geopolitics
As outbound student numbers fall, rising costs, tightened visa policies, and shifting priorities are reshaping how Chinese families view foreign education—and revealing a deeper transformation in global academic influence.
Jul 233 min read


The World’s Largest Dam: What’s Really Flowing Beneath China’s “Project of the Century”?
The $167 billion megaproject in Tibet has already sent energy and construction stocks soaring — but it’s also raising serious geopolitical and environmental concerns.
Jul 222 min read


From Smartphones to Self-Driving Cars, Chinese Companies Are Dominating Dubai
Chinese firms are powering Dubai’s post-oil economy—from TikTok towers and Huawei cloud to Chinese EVs and Pony.ai’s driverless taxis.
Jul 213 min read


The Real Reason Your Phone, Shirt, and Car May No Longer Be 'Made in China'
Chinese companies are relocating manufacturing operations to avoid steep U.S. tariffs, shifting global supply chains and reshaping how—and where—consumer goods are made.
Jul 102 min read


White House to Discuss TikTok’s Sale Ahead of April 5 Deadline
The White House will meet Wednesday to discuss TikTok’s sale to non-Chinese buyers before the April 5 deadline.
Apr 22 min read


Microsoft Shuts Down AI Lab in Shanghai Amid Growing Geopolitical Tensions
Microsoft closes its IoT & AI Lab in Shanghai, signaling a retreat from China amid rising geopolitical tensions and regulatory pressures.
Apr 13 min read


Apple Launches USD 99.2 Million Clean Energy Fund in China to Boost Renewable Energy
Apple launches a USD 99.2 million clean energy fund in China to help transition its supply chain to 100% renewable energy by 2030.
Mar 242 min read


Explained: How Deepseek is Pushing China's AI Start-Ups to Rapidly Fight Back
China's DeepSeek disrupts the global AI industry with affordable models, driving competition among local startups.
Mar 73 min read


U.S.-China Trade War Intensifies with China’s Fresh Tariffs on U.S. Agriculture
China raises tariffs on U.S. agriculture, restricts exports, escalating trade tensions but keeping talks open.
Mar 52 min read


DeepSeek AI Model Claims Unprecedented Cost-Profit Ratio of 545%
DeepSeek's cost-effective AI model raises eyebrows globally, challenging industry norms and causing a stir in AI investment strategies.
Mar 42 min read


Honor Plans Major Push Into Indonesia’s Smartphone Market with 30 New Products
Honor is launching 30 new products in Indonesia, including foldable smartphones, to tap into Southeast Asia’s premium tech market.
Jan 72 min read


Miniso Issues $550 Million in Debt to Support Global Growth Strategy
Miniso raises $550 million in debt to fuel global expansion and share buy-backs, supporting its goal of becoming a global lifestyle leader.
Jan 72 min read


The Global EV Race: Will China’s 2025 Strategy Leave the World in the Dust?
China’s EV dominance by 2024 is reshaping the global auto industry, with local automakers adapting to international challenges.
Dec 30, 20244 min read


China to Expand Market Access for Foreign Firms, Premier Li Qiang Pledges
Premier Li Qiang’s pledges reinforce China’s focus on stabilizing foreign investment and expanding its economic influence.
Dec 23, 20242 min read


China’s Foldable Smartphone Shipments Slow in 2024 Amid Global Demand Dip
China’s foldable smartphone market is slowing in 2024, reflecting a global demand dip and shifting tech industry dynamics.
Dec 23, 20243 min read


How China’s Growing Influence Will Shape Global Trade Agreements in 2025
China is set to bolster its global trade role by 2025, driven by initiatives like the BRI, RCEP, and new Free Trade Agreements.
Dec 23, 20244 min read


Tencent and Honor Join Forces on AI as Apple Struggles in China
Tencent’s partnership with Honor advances AI development, while Apple faces regulatory hurdles in bringing AI to iPhones in China.
Dec 20, 20243 min read


Tesla Gigafactory Director Resigns to Join Chinese Auto Startup
Song Gang’s resignation marks a turning point for Tesla in China as he joins a rival auto brand.
Dec 19, 20243 min read


TikTok Files Urgent Request to U.S. Supreme Court to Block Sale Requirement
As the Jan. 19 deadline nears, TikTok asks the U.S. Supreme Court to delay enforcement of a law threatening its U.S. operations.
Dec 17, 20243 min read
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