Beijing pushes provinces to drive new growth model

China trade policy is shifting as Beijing urges provinces to cultivate new productive forces, sharpening regional specialization amid global tensions.

Private Firms Reshape China Defense Tech Under Sanctions

China defense technology is leaning on private firms to sustain innovation under Western sanctions, as PLA-linked experts urge faster civil-military integration.

China Scales Digital Yuan Trials Across Key Sectors

China is widening digital yuan pilots across retail, transit and trade settlement, testing resilience as markets watch sanctions risk and payments security.

Beijing Seeks Smoother Trade Talks With Washington

New Beijing meetings highlight China US trade relations as leaders seek steadier ties, clearer rules for tariffs, and renewed diplomacy before key visits.

Norway Arrest Sparks New Espionage Concerns

Norwegian police arrested a Chinese woman on spying claims, raising China espionage questions around satellite data and Norway security ties and diplomacy.

Propaganda Risks in a Taiwan Crisis for US Policy

In a Taiwan conflict, US-China relations could hinge on narrative control. This briefing explains China propaganda tactics, US gaps, and countersteps.

China Channels $6.1B Into Brazil, Global Top Slot

China's investment in Brazil hit US$6.1b, leading Beijing’s global outlays. Today’s update tracks deals, sector bets, and market effects Live.

China urged to sharpen tools for cognitive warfare

China faces new calls to build a spear for cognitive warfare as great power rivalry accelerates, raising questions about messaging, law, and safeguards.

China Calls on US to End Trade Probe Ahead of High Stakes Trump Xi Summit

China has stepped up diplomatic pressure on the United States by urging Washington to withdraw its latest Section 301 trade investigation, just days before a closely watched summit between President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping. The timing of the appeal adds new

Middle East Crisis Boosts China Agrochemical Reach

Middle East disruptions are shifting farm inputs toward China agrochemicals, changing pricing, supply routes, and buyer strategies across the region.