Alibaba reported fourth-quarter revenue of 243.38 billion yuan for fiscal year 2026, marking a 3 percent year-on-year increase but falling short of market expectations of around 246.5 billion yuan. The result highlights continued pressure from heavy investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure and rapid commerce expansion, which is......
China has officially welcomed the upcoming state visit of former U.S. President Donald Trump to Beijing, signaling a willingness to strengthen diplomatic and economic cooperation between the two global powers. Chinese officials stated that the visit is seen as an opportunity to improve bilateral relations and promote greater stability in......
BYD Company Limited is reportedly in discussions with European automakers, including Stellantis N.V., over the possible acquisition or use of underutilized production facilities in Europe, according to industry reports. The Chinese electric vehicle giant is seeking to expand its presence in the European market as competition intensifies in......
Taiwan’s ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has officially nominated lawmaker Puma Shen as its candidate for the upcoming Taipei mayoral election, marking a significant political move ahead of key local polls. The decision comes in a sensitive geopolitical context, as China has previously imposed sanctions on Shen, accusing him......
Sami Yusuf will return to the Fès Festival of World Sacred Music for two performances scheduled on June 6 and 7, 2026, at the historic Bab Makina. The concerts will headline the 29th edition of the festival and mark the first time the artist performs twice during the same edition. Organizers expect strong attendance as the singer remains......
Kuwait accused Iran on Tuesday of sending an armed unit linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to infiltrate Bubiyan Island, home to a major Chinese backed port project in the northern Gulf. The alleged operation marks a new escalation in regional tensions as US President Donald Trump departed Washington for a state visit to China. Kuwaiti......
African policymakers, researchers and mining experts are intensifying calls for local transformation of critical raw materials as global competition for strategic minerals accelerates. During a conference held in Rabat by the Policy Center for the New South and the Geology and Sustainable Mining Institute, participants examined the challenges......
Spanish exports of meat and processed meat products fell by 13 percent during the first quarter of 2026, reflecting weaker international demand and major changes across key export markets. Data from Spain’s agricultural export monitoring system showed total overseas shipments reached 393,585 tonnes between January and March, while March......
Investors are urging Donald Trump and Xi Jinping to avoid escalating technology and trade tensions during this week’s summit in Beijing, as global markets continue to rally around artificial intelligence. The two leaders are expected to meet on May 14 and 15 in what marks Trump’s first official visit to China since 2017. Market......
Climate models are rapidly converging toward the emergence of a powerful El Niño event later this year, as ocean temperatures across the equatorial Pacific accelerate beyond earlier forecasts. Updated projections from the European Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasts now place the probability of a Super El Niño forming by......
A Dior pop-up installation in Nanjing has turned a luxury retail space into a large-scale edible-inspired set design to launch the brand’s Cigale handbag. Located in front of Deji Plaza, the temporary structure features a monumental cake-like sculpture already partially “eaten”, designed to function as both retail environment......
Chinese automotive components manufacturer Ningbo Gaofa Automotive Control System has confirmed plans to establish an industrial presence in Morocco, marking a significant step in its international expansion strategy. The company, listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange, specializes in electronic accelerator pedals, gear control systems and......
Industry leaders and policy experts meeting in Rabat said data management, artificial intelligence and industrial cooperation will play a decisive role in shaping the future of sustainable mobility in Morocco. The discussions took place during the “RSK Connect: Territorial Dynamics and Investment Opportunities in Sustainable Mobility”......
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