Rising Chinese Brands Expected to Push Exports Beyond Four Trillion Dollars by 2026, Says Euromonitor

China’s exports are projected to exceed four trillion dollars by 2026, driven by the rapid rise of domestic technology brands and the expansion of artificial intelligence across manufacturing and logistics, according to a new report by Euromonitor International. The findings highlight how China’s

South Korea Strengthens Ties with Japan as Regional Protests Target China and the United States

South Korea is deepening cooperation with Japan amid a new wave of regional protests directed at both China and the United States, signaling a shift in the geopolitical and economic balance of East Asia. The move reflects Seoul’s strategic effort to balance security

Pony AI and WeRide Shares Fall on Hong Kong Debut as Robotaxi Competition Intensifies

Shares of autonomous driving companies Pony AI and WeRide slipped on their first day of trading in Hong Kong, highlighting the cautious sentiment surrounding China’s emerging self-driving industry. Both firms, considered leaders in the nation’s robotaxi race, listed publicly this week in what

Top China Car Exporter Chery Enters Germany via Rural Ford Dealership

China’s leading automobile exporter Chery Auto has formally entered the German market, partnering with a small Ford dealership in the northern countryside to begin retail sales of its Jaecoo and Omoda brands. The move reflects a growing trend of Chinese automakers pursuing localized

Xinjiang Senior Political Adviser Under Investigation for Serious Party Violations

Jin Zhizhen, a senior political adviser in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, is being investigated for suspected serious violations of Communist Party discipline and national laws, China’s top anti-corruption agencies announced on Saturday. The Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI) and the National

China Reaffirms Commitment to South China Sea Peace and Regional Stability

Chinese Minister of National Defense Dong Jun on Friday reaffirmed China’s readiness to work with Southeast Asian nations to safeguard lasting peace and stability in the South China Sea through practical and cooperative measures. Speaking at the 15th China–ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Informal Meeting

China and Russia Pledge to Deepen Cultural and Educational Cooperation

Beijing hosted the 26th session of the China-Russia Committee on Humanities Cooperation on Saturday, co-chaired by Chinese State Councilor Shen Yiqin and Russian Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova. Both sides pledged to strengthen practical collaboration across various cultural, educational, and social fields, reinforcing

China Reaffirms Commitment to Regional Peace at ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting in Malaysia

Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun attended the 12th ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Malaysia on Saturday, where he emphasized China’s commitment to regional peace, cooperation, and shared development. In his address, Dong highlighted that this year marks the 15th anniversary of

Shenzhen to Host APEC 2026, Showcasing China’s Innovation and Global Vision

China has announced that the 33rd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Meeting in 2026 will be held in Shenzhen, placing the dynamic southern metropolis at the center of global attention. It will be the third time China hosts the APEC summit, following

Xi’s APEC Speech Lauded as a Blueprint for Inclusive Growth and Global Cooperation

President Xi Jinping’s keynote speech at the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting on Friday has drawn widespread praise from international scholars and policy experts, who described it as a pragmatic and forward-looking vision for global cooperation at a time of rising protectionism and geopolitical