Philippines warns of “sabotage” after cyanide seizure in disputed south China sea atoll

The Philippines has raised concerns over what it describes as possible “sabotage” activities after authorities discovered cyanide on vessels operating near a disputed reef in the South China Sea. According to Philippine security officials, laboratory tests confirmed the presence of highly toxic cyanide in bottles seized during......

Hormuz crisis boosts China clean energy exports as oil flows disrupted

The crisis in the Strait of Hormuz has accelerated a global shift away from fossil fuels, driving a sharp increase in China’s clean energy exports as countries seek alternatives to disrupted oil and gas supplies. Since Iran effectively blocked the strategic maritime route on February 28 following US and Israeli airstrikes, roughly one......

Spanish premier calls for end to conflicts and greater China role

Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, has called for renewed international efforts to end ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, emphasizing the need for a stronger diplomatic role from China on the global stage. Speaking during an official visit to Beijing, Sánchez highlighted the importance of multilateral......

Chinese crystal sets record in race to build nuclear clocks

Chinese scientists have developed the first crystal capable of generating the ultraviolet light required to power thorium-based nuclear clocks, marking a key step toward navigation systems that can operate without GPS. The material, a fluoroborate compound created by a team led by Pan Shilie at the Xinjiang Technical Institute of Physics......

Vietnam moves closer to China’s governance model as state control expands

Vietnam appears to be gradually aligning itself more closely with China’s model of governance, as authorities in Hanoi expand state control and explore regulatory frameworks inspired by Beijing. Recent policy discussions suggest that Vietnam is considering measures similar to those implemented in China, particularly in areas such as......

Trump warns China of steep tariffs over potential military support to Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that China could face heavy trade penalties if it provides military assistance to Iran amid the ongoing regional conflict. Speaking in a televised interview, Trump stated that Washington could impose tariffs of up to 50% on Chinese goods if Beijing were found to be supporting Iran militarily. The remarks......

Philippines insists energy deals with China must respect national sovereignty

The Philippines has stated that any future cooperation with China on oil and gas exploration must fully comply with its constitution and respect national sovereignty, amid ongoing tensions in the South China Sea. The Department of Foreign Affairs emphasized that any agreement involving energy cooperation with foreign governments would be......

China’s Chery plans to expand car production in Europe through local partnerships

Chinese automaker Chery is exploring plans to expand its vehicle production footprint in Europe by partnering with existing manufacturers and using available factory capacity, according to senior company executives. The strategy reflects a broader trend among Chinese carmakers seeking to strengthen their presence in the European market without......

Chinese investment in Brazil shifts from hydropower to consumer brands like ice cream

Chinese investment in Brazil is undergoing a major transformation, shifting away from large-scale infrastructure projects toward consumer-focused industries such as food, retail, and services. A new wave of companies from China is increasingly targeting Brazil’s more than 200 million consumers, marking a strategic pivot in overseas......

Used electric vehicle sales surge globally as fuel costs rise

Rising fuel prices linked to the Iran conflict are accelerating a global shift toward electric vehicles, with the used EV market emerging as a key beneficiary. Since the الحرب began on February 28, oil prices have climbed about 35 percent, with Brent crude holding near $100 per barrel despite a fragile ceasefire. Higher costs at the......

Alibaba shifts Qwen AI strategy from open source to paid models

Alibaba is moving away from its open-source approach for Qwen, its flagship AI model family, and shifting toward paid, proprietary systems as it seeks stronger revenue growth. The change, first reported by the Financial Times, marks a major strategic pivot that could disrupt a large global developer community built around free access to Qwen......

Taiwan reports Chinese warplanes as Xi meets opposition leader in Beijing

Taiwan reported increased Chinese military activity near its airspace as Chinese President Xi Jinping held a high-profile meeting in Beijing with a senior Taiwanese opposition figure, highlighting ongoing tensions across the Taiwan Strait. According to Taiwan’s defense authorities, multiple Chinese warplanes were detected operating......

Porsche deliveries fall 15% as China slowdown and US tariffs bite

Porsche AG reported a 15% drop in global deliveries in the first quarter, with volumes falling to 60,991 vehicles from 71,470 a year earlier, as the German carmaker faced weaker demand in China and mounting pressure from new US import tariffs. The results, released on April 10, confirm a continued decline for the brand, which had delivered......

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