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China’s commerce minister, Wang Wentao, held talks with executives from major German companies Volkswagen Group and Bosch to address key issues and opportunities in economic relations between China and the European Union. The meeting took place in Beijing on Sunday, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen cooperation while managing......
China has reaffirmed its commitment to a more balanced trade strategy and deeper economic openness, as officials seek to ease global concerns following a record-breaking trade surplus. Speaking at the China Development Forum in Beijing, Premier Li Qiang emphasized that the country will expand imports of high-quality foreign goods while strengthening......
China’s tech giant Tencent has launched a new tool integrating its popular messaging platform WeChat with the open-source AI agent OpenClaw. Named ClawBot, the feature appears as a contact within WeChat, enabling users—over 1 billion monthly active—to interact directly with the AI. Through ClawBot, users can send commands......
Vietnam’s Communist Party of Vietnam has secured nearly 97% of the 500 seats in the National Assembly of Vietnam, according to official results released on March 22. The party won 482 seats, maintaining its overwhelming control over the legislature. Voter turnout reportedly exceeded 99%, consistent with previous elections, reflecting......
Oliver Blume, chief executive of Volkswagen, has suggested that German car manufacturers could benefit from adopting elements of China’s structured industrial planning as they navigate an increasingly competitive global market. In a recent interview, Blume highlighted China’s coordinated approach to industrial development, noting......
Chinese state-backed startup NeuCyber Neurotech said its most advanced brain implant is about three years behind Elon Musk’s Neuralink, highlighting a gap between the two countries in the fast-developing field of brain computer interfaces. Speaking at a press conference in Beijing, rotating chief executive Li Yuan said Neuralink remains......
German chemical giant BASF is reinforcing its long-term commitment to China through its largest-ever investment project, aiming to expand its footprint in the world’s biggest chemicals market. The company is currently developing a major chemical complex in Zhanjiang, a project estimated to cost around €9 billion and expected to......
French pharmaceutical company Sanofi has announced the opening of a new innovation and operations centre in southwestern China, marking a strategic step in its global expansion and research capabilities. The facility, located in Chengdu, is designed to strengthen the company’s activities across multiple areas, including research and......
Chinese prosecutors have formally charged Shi Yongxin, the former head of the renowned Shaolin Temple, in a case involving alleged financial crimes. Authorities in Henan accuse the influential Buddhist figure of embezzlement, misuse of funds, and bribery. The charges follow an investigation that began last year, marking a significant development......
Research in political science and economics in 2025 reflects a strong shift toward interdisciplinary methods that combine quantitative analysis with practical policy challenges. Scholars are increasingly addressing issues such as sustainability, global governance, and equitable growth, shaped by lessons from the post-pandemic period and the......
China on Thursday called on the United States to act cautiously regarding Taiwan, emphasizing that the issue remains an internal matter that should not be influenced by external actors. Speaking at a regular press briefing in Beijing, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian reiterated Beijing’s longstanding position that Taiwan is part......
Research in natural sciences in 2025 shows a clear move toward interdisciplinary work, with progress concentrated in biomimetic materials, artificial intelligence, ecological science, and laboratory automation. These trends reflect efforts to respond to climate pressures while improving the efficiency and reliability of scientific research. Biomimetic......
Patent filings in quantum computing since 2020 show strong activity from major US and Asian technology companies, alongside specialized startups and industrial hardware firms. The landscape reflects competition across hardware design, software frameworks, and cloud-based quantum services. Among large global technology companies, IBM remains......
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