China has announced a series of policies aimed at building what officials describe as a birth friendly society as the country confronts a long term decline in population growth and a rapidly ageing demographic structure. The initiatives were presented as part of the
China has unveiled an ambitious strategy to accelerate technological breakthroughs and expand artificial intelligence across its economy as rivalry with the United States intensifies. The plan forms part of Beijing’s latest five year economic roadmap, which places advanced technology at the center of
China has begun diplomatic discussions with Iran aimed at ensuring safe passage for oil and liquefied natural gas shipments through the Strait of Hormuz as tensions in the Middle East disrupt one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. The talks come as
A senior Republican lawmaker in the United States has urged the Treasury Department to remain cautious about Chinese investment in key American industries as Washington prepares for another round of sensitive economic talks with Beijing. The warning reflects growing concern in Congress that
The United States has signaled confidence in its military position in the ongoing conflict with Iran, with senior defense officials stating that American forces are prepared to sustain operations for as long as necessary. The remarks reflect Washington’s determination to maintain pressure as
Song Ping, one of the most senior figures in the history of the Chinese Communist Party and a former member of the powerful Politburo Standing Committee, has died in Beijing at the age of 109. His passing marks the end of a long
Alibaba co founder Jack Ma joined senior executives from Alibaba Group and Ant Group this week to meet with teachers in Hangzhou to discuss how education systems should evolve in response to the rapid development of artificial intelligence. The meeting highlighted growing concern
China is expected to recalibrate aspects of its relationship with Israel as the latest wave of United States and Israeli military strikes on Iran alters the Middle East security environment. Analysts say Beijing will likely fine tune its diplomatic messaging and economic engagement
United States exports to China have fallen sharply in recent years, highlighting the long term impact of escalating trade tensions and structural changes in China’s economy. After renewed tariff increases in 2025, shipments of American goods to China dropped to levels not seen
Key United States allies in Asia are expressing growing concern that an extended conflict with Iran could divert American military resources away from the Indo Pacific, potentially weakening deterrence against China at a critical moment for regional security. Officials and lawmakers in Japan,
