The divide between the United States and China on the future of digital money is becoming more pronounced as regulatory uncertainty slows progress in Washington while Beijing advances its state led approach. US policymakers remain locked in debate over stablecoin legislation, with key
A senior US lawmaker has called on the Pentagon to review the China related operations of French aerospace company Safran, raising concerns about potential links between commercial partnerships and military applications. The request reflects growing scrutiny in Washington over how Western firms engage
China is moving to expand its visa free entry scheme as part of a broader effort to revive inbound tourism and stimulate domestic consumption. Authorities have outlined new measures aimed at attracting more foreign visitors by widening visa free access to additional countries
China has reached a turning point in its domestic oil production strategy after years of aggressive expansion, with output now approaching the upper limits of what is economically and technically achievable. The country recorded a peak in production last year, driven by intensified
China’s central bank is moving to expand the digital yuan ecosystem by bringing more commercial banks into its operational framework, signalling a deeper push toward mainstream adoption of its central bank digital currency. The expansion is expected to integrate around a dozen additional
China has pledged closer cooperation with Southeast Asian nations to manage energy supply risks as the ongoing Middle East conflict continues to disrupt global oil and gas flows. Officials in Beijing have emphasised the need for coordination to address rising volatility in energy
China’s digital yuan is entering a more practical phase of development in 2026 as its use expands across commercial payment scenarios within the real economy. After initial pilot programs focused on retail transactions and public services, the digital currency is increasingly being tested
Asia’s financial systems are entering a new phase as digital trade, real time payments, and cross border platforms reshape how value is stored and transferred. Traditional reserve structures, built around centralized banking systems and single currency dominance, are now facing increasing pressure. As
China and Russia are intensifying discussions on expanding transport and logistics cooperation as ongoing conflict in the Middle East continues to disrupt critical global shipping routes. The talks, held during a major logistics forum in Moscow, focused on building more resilient supply chains
China’s leading state oil companies have begun exploring renewed purchases of Russian crude after a four month pause, signaling a strategic shift as global supply risks intensify. The move comes amid ongoing disruptions in the Middle East that have tightened energy markets and
