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Summary Huawei plans to launch its fully self-developed HarmonyOS Next, removing support for Android apps, with a focus on the Chinese market in 2025. The new operating system debuts on the Mate 70 series, but a limited pool of compatible apps presents challenges for broader adoption. Global expansion remains a goal, but engaging international developers is difficult due to high costs and limited financial incentives. Huawei Technologies is doubling down on its efforts to break free from U.S. technology dependence with the launch of HarmonyOS Next, a fully self-developed mobile operating system set to roll out in 2025. Unlike previous iterations of HarmonyOS, this version will no longer support Android apps, representing a bold step toward building an entirely independent ecosystem.

Summary Starbucks is exploring the sale of a stake in its Chinese business to improve growth and address challenges in the market. The company faces fierce competition from local coffee chains like Luckin Coffee and Cotti Coffee, which have outpaced it in store count and pricing strategies. CEO Brian Niccol emphasizes finding strategic partnerships to revitalize Starbucks’ second-largest global market. Starbucks Corporation is evaluating options to address challenges in its Chinese operations, including the potential sale of a stake in the business. According to sources close to the matter, the U.S. coffee giant has engaged advisers to assess interest from private equity firms and local partners. This move follows growing pressure from activist investors to streamline operations and secure long-term growth in the region.

Summary New U.S. chip sanctions are expected to escalate restrictions on China's semiconductor industry, targeting major suppliers and partners of Huawei. The Biden administration has reportedly softened some initial proposals after lobbying by U.S. chipmakers and pushback from allies like Japan and the Netherlands. The sanctions are likely to impact both China’s self-reliance efforts and the global chip supply chain. The United States is preparing a new round of sanctions targeting China’s semiconductor sector, in a move expected to tighten export controls on advanced chip equipment and materials. According to sources, the Biden administration aims to blacklist major suppliers and fabrication plants linked to Huawei, escalating the ongoing tech rivalry between the two nations.

Summary China launched the world's first "self-driving" radar satellites, Siwei Gaojing-2 03 and Gaojing-2 04, capable of adjusting flight paths autonomously. These satellites promise enhanced mapping capabilities, offering high-resolution radar imagery under all weather conditions. Applications include natural resource management, urban safety, emergency response, and maritime monitoring. China has reached a significant milestone in space innovation with the successful launch of the world’s first "self-driving" radar satellites. The Siwei Gaojing-2 03 and Gaojing-2 04 satellites were deployed via a Long March-2C rocket from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre in northwest China. Developed by the Shanghai Academy of Spaceflight Technology (SAST), these satellites represent a groundbreaking step in autonomous space operations.

Summary A U.S. federal appeals court is set to rule on the law requiring ByteDance to divest TikTok's U.S. assets by January 19 or face a ban. TikTok’s legal challenge argues that the law violates constitutional rights and targets ByteDance unfairly. The ruling could either uphold the law, challenge its fairness, or declare it unconstitutional, with significant implications for TikTok’s future in the U.S. A high-stakes legal decision regarding TikTok's U.S. operations is expected by December 6, as the federal appeals court in Washington evaluates the legality of a law mandating ByteDance to sell or divest TikTok's American assets by January 19, 2025. The case could determine whether the popular short-video app, used by 170 million Americans, will face a ban or gain a reprieve.

Summary China emphasized that a trade war benefits no one, responding to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's tariff threats. Trump proposed a 10% tariff on all Chinese imports, linking the action to China's role in combating fentanyl trafficking. Both nations have shown progress in joint efforts against drug trafficking, despite rising trade tensions. China has pushed back against U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s proposal to impose a 10% tariff on all Chinese imports, warning that a trade war would hurt both nations. The Chinese Embassy in Washington issued a statement stressing the mutual benefits of economic cooperation between the two countries.

Summary Foxconn partnered with Nvidia to implement AI-driven digital twins across its global factories, revolutionizing supply chain management. The collaboration utilizes Nvidia's Omniverse platform to simulate production lines, ensuring precision and scalability. This marks a significant step in leveraging AI for manufacturing, with applications already underway in Taiwan and Mexico. Foxconn, the world’s largest electronics manufacturer and a key Apple supplier, has partnered with Nvidia to implement AI-driven digital twin technology. This collaboration aims to transform manufacturing and supply chain management by simulating factory operations in a virtual environment.

Summary Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen introduced tax breaks to stimulate home sales and stabilize their struggling property markets. Measures include exemptions from value-added tax on properties held for more than two years and a raised threshold for deed taxes. These efforts aim to address a four-year slump in China's property sector, a key contributor to its economy. In an effort to counteract a prolonged downturn in China’s property sector, Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen have rolled out a series of tax breaks aimed at boosting home sales. Starting December 1, properties held for more than two years w ill no longer incur a value-added tax (VAT) upon resale, a significant reduction from the previous five-year requirement. This measure is expected to lower costs for sellers and encourage more property transactions.

Summary China's property market showed signs of recovery in October, driven by government stimulus measures and improving buyer sentiment. Prices of pre-owned apartments rose in eight major cities, marking a reversal after 13 months of declines in first-tier cities. The volume of second-hand apartment sales in Shanghai surged by 63% compared to September. China's property market witnessed a noticeable improvement in October, fueled by a series of government stimulus policies aimed at reversing a prolonged downturn. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reported that the prices of pre-owned apartments rose in eight major cities, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen, marking a turning point after 13 months of steady declines in first-tier cities.

Summary S.F. Holding, China’s largest express delivery company, plans to raise up to ¥5.93 billion ($792.7 million) in a Hong Kong listing. The funds will be used to expand international operations, including ventures in Southeast Asia, and for acquisitions. Hong Kong’s capital markets show signs of revival, with ¥70 billion ($9.1 billion) raised in listings this year compared to ¥45 billion ($5.88 billion) in 2023. China’s largest courier service, S.F. Holding, is set to raise up to ¥5.93 billion ($792.7 million) in its upcoming Hong Kong IPO. The Shenzhen-listed company, widely regarded as China’s answer to FedEx and DHL, will issue 170 million shares priced between ¥251.30 and ¥282.30 ($32.30–$36.30) each. The final share price will be determined on November 25, with trading scheduled to begin on November 27.

Summary TSMC’s decision to halt advanced foundry services for some Chinese firms was a major topic at the 21st China International Semiconductor Expo in Beijing. The forum highlighted geopolitical challenges, including concerns over U.S. policies under the new administration. Over 500 firms from China’s semiconductor supply chain participated, focusing on resilience and innovation amidst global tensions. The 21st China International Semiconductor Expo in Beijing brought together over 500 firms to address key challenges facing China’s chip industry. A central theme of the three-day forum was Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s (TSMC) decision to halt advanced foundry services for some Chinese clients, a move that has intensified concerns over supply chain resilience.

Summary BYD reached the milestone of 10 million new energy vehicles (NEVs) produced, emphasizing its dominance in the industry. The company’s 2024 sales are set to surpass 4 million units, overtaking Volkswagen as China's top car producer. BYD's rapid growth highlights China's leadership in NEV adoption and its push toward green development.   BYD, a leading Chinese automaker, announced the production of its 10-millionth new energy vehicle (NEV) at its plant in Guangdong Province. The milestone, reached in November 2024, underscores the rapid growth of China's NEV industry and BYD's critical role in this transformation.