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China's help critical, but unlikely, for US to choke off Iran

The United States seeks to economically isolate Iran through expanded sanctions. China's continued trade with Tehran complicates these US efforts significantly. Beijing defends its legitimate cooperation and vows to protect its economic interests. The US has targeted some Chinese entities but avoided major financial institutions. China has little incentive to…

The Economic Times

Von der Leyen turns up pressure on China over trade deficit

The European Commission's president said that the EU’s trade relationship with China had to be rebalanced, and pointed out that the bloc's trade defence investigations into Chinese products had ramped up significantly in recent years.

Euronews

Jaishankar reviews Nepal flood situation with MEA officials, envoys; says efforts underway to ascertain status of Indians

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar reviewed India’s response to devastating floods in Nepal with senior MEA officials and Indian ambassadors in Kathmandu and Beijing. India is working to locate Indian nationals, coordinating with Nepal on relief and dispatching 37.5 tonnes of humanitarian supplies after an initial 10-tonne consignment on Wednesday.

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India, China agree to advance ‘early harvest’ on border delimitation, management

India and China agreed to advance boundary delimitation and border management talks. They reached eight points of consensus during Special Representatives talks in Beijing. Both sides committed to a fair and mutually acceptable solution for the boundary question. Existing diplomatic and military channels will address ground situations promptly. Future talks…

The Economic Times

Robots can run faster than elite human sprinters, but are they really athletes?

A humanoid robot running 100 metres in 9.39 seconds sounds extraordinary. At this week’s World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, one machine reportedly beat the world record held by Usain Bolt, while another jumped higher than Javier Sotomayor’s long-standing high jump mark.

The Conversation

Business Brief (Aug. 26): U.S. Plans Massive Visa Revocations

U.S. and China hold dialogue in Beijing, Huawei to release tri-fold smartphone featuring new operating system

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China Challenges US Sanctions Threat Over Iran Oil as Risk of Wider Economic Conflict Grows

China has warned the US against expanded sanctions on Iran, highlighting Beijing's significant energy ties with Tehran and potential economic conflict between the world's largest economies.

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EU Heads to China as Beijing Blocks Probe Into Chinese Takeover and Holds Europe's Rare Earth Supply

EU officials are set to visit China to advance trade negotiations amid tensions over Beijing's refusal to cooperate with an EU investigation into JD.com's takeover of Ceconomy.

International Business Times UK

Trump's new economic squeeze on Iran has a big challenge: China

The United States is imposing economic sanctions on Iran's financial networks globally. China, Iran's largest trading partner, presents a significant challenge to this strategy. President Trump plans to host Chinese leader Xi Jinping soon, impacting policy decisions. Beijing states its cooperation with Iran adheres to international law and will be…

The Economic Times

China Warns It Will Take 'All Necessary Measures' Against US Over Fresh Iran Sanctions

China has vowed to take necessary measures to protect its interests following the US's new sanctions on Iran, warning that such actions could escalate global tensions and disrupt economic order.

International Business Times UK

A Chinese humanoid robot sets a new 100-meter sprint record at Beijing Games

A Chinese humanoid robot has set a new 100-meter sprint record of 8.86 seconds in Beijing

The Independent UK

China warns US of retaliation if Trump's 'Economic D-Day' sanctions hit their Iran oil trade

China has warned that it could take retaliatory measures if the United States significantly expands secondary sanctions targeting Chinese companies doing business with Iran, according to reporting by the Financial Times.

The Times of India

Euronews exclusive: EU officials to travel to China as October deadline for trade rebalancing looms

Beijing and Brussels are at loggerheads after China barred its companies from cooperating with the European Commission in antitrust investigations. EU officials will travel to China in the coming days.

Euronews

China denounces US threat of sanctions over trade with Iran

Beijing says it will take ‘all necessary measures’ to protect its interests as US steps up efforts to isolate Tehran

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China's Humanoid Robots Are Learning to Fight. Developer Says Robot Soldiers Are Only 5 to 10 Years Away.

China is hosting the 2026 World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, where more than 2,000 robots from 16 countries are competing.

The Economic Times

Ajit Doval calls on Chinese Vice President Han Zhang ahead of border talks

In a significant diplomatic encounter, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval convened with Chinese Vice President Han Zhang in Beijing to deliberate on enhancing peace and tranquillity along their border. Additionally, he met with Foreign Minister Wang Yi to discuss boundary issues. These dialogues are timely as President Xi Jinping prepares…

The Economic Times

The Tang Dynasty never existed? Inside China’s bizarre viral history conspiracy challenging what happened almost 1200 years back, the astronomical claims behind it and why Beijing is taking the controversy seriously

A fringe theory circulating on Chinese social media is casting doubt on the historical authenticity of the Tang dynasty. However, this notion stems from unvalidated online videos and is heavily contested by historians. With a wealth of archaeological evidence upholding the Tang's significance, Chinese authorities are actively countering these unfounded…

The Independent UK

Trump moves toward levying new tariff on China for flooding market with cheap goods, AP sources say

President Donald Trump is moving toward imposing a new tariff on China to penalize Beijing for flooding the global market with underpriced goods

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Trump to impose 7.5 percent tariff on Chinese goods, raising the total to 20 percent

The US plans to impose a 7.5% tariff on Chinese goods soon. This move aims to restore previous duties to around 20% before a summit. Beijing previously stated this level aligns with its trade truce with Washington. The administration is also considering suspending part of a higher duty rate. Both…

The Economic Times

In 1999, local government of Fujian started low-budget robotics sport competitions for college teams, decades later Beijing's Robot Olympics is making global headlines. Investment, innovation to government policies - Here's what have gone behind the doors

Beijing's 2021 five-year blueprint for the robotics sector had promised subsidies, research tax breaks and financing, setting a goal for China to become “a global wellspring of robotics technology innovation.”

The Independent UK

Japanese lawmakers visit Beijing seeking to mend ties after fallout from Takaichi's Taiwan remark

Lawmakers from Japan have traveled to Beijing to meet with Chinese officials in the first visit since tensions rose after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comment on Taiwan angered China

The Economic Times

Before Xi Jinping's likely India visit, Chinese money is pouring in

India is cautiously reopening economic channels with China as Chinese linked investment returns after years of restrictions following the Galwan clash. More than $500 million has entered under revised investment rules, while NSA Ajit Doval’s Beijing visit and Xi Jinping’s expected India visit signal improving diplomatic ties. India is balancing…

The Economic Times

NSA Doval arrives in Beijing for talks with Chinese FM Wang Yi on boundary issue

China and India are set to hold crucial border talks in Beijing this Tuesday. This high-stakes meeting aims to de-escalate tensions and find a resolution to ongoing disputes along their shared frontier. Both nations are hoping for productive discussions to maintain peace and stability in the region.

The Economic Times

Global Market: China’s property crisis deepens as Evergrande founder gets life sentence

China’s property crisis deepened despite Evergrande founder Hui Ka Yan receiving a life sentence. Falling home prices, unfinished projects, weak sales and developer debt continue to hurt household wealth and consumption. Beijing is shifting support toward technology sectors, but analysts expect the housing market’s prolonged correction to weigh on economic…

The Independent UK

Workers in China worry over being replaced with AI: ‘Everyone else is using it’

Artificial intelligence is beginning to reshape China's job market, supported by state policies that some economists believe might undermine the overall strength of its economy

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