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POLITICSAug 25China warns it will safeguard its interests after US widens sanctions against IranThe US has threatened to isolate nations that continue to do business with Tehran, which sells much of its oil to Beijing.BBC World
SCI & TECHAug 25US building twice as much gas - fired capacity as China in AI boom , analysis findsAn analysis indicates that the U.S. is constructing significantly more gas-fired energy capacity than China. This increase is attributed to the current boom in artificial intelligence development.yahoo.com · United States
MILITARYAug 25China’s J-16s face off against Egypt’s Rafales in combat drills as Iran war rumbles onChinese fighter jets have conducted combat training with their Egyptian counterparts in a joint exercise following a major Chinese air force deployment to the Middle East. The drill, which was launched on Saturday and is expected to continue until early next month, is part of the second China-Egypt “Eagles of Civilisation” joint air force training exercises, taking place against the backdrop of the war between the United States and Iran. The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force deployed J-16...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 25Unitree’s 45% post-IPO plunge raises concerns over China’s robotics bubbleA substantial post-IPO stock plunge for Unitree is raising concerns about a potential bubble in China's robotics industry, suggesting market volatility and investor apprehension within the sector.Seeking Alpha Tech
CONFLICTAug 25China warns US it could retaliate over Iran sanctionsFinancial Times
CONFLICTAug 25Why was China’s response to North Korea’s latest missile launches so muted?China’s muted response to North Korea’s latest missile launch, which came soon after top diplomat Wang Yi’s visit to Seoul, underscores how Beijing is prioritising Pyongyang’s stability over near‑term denuclearisation, according to analysts. North Korea started launching more than 10 short-range ballistic missiles just hours after Wang concluded his two-day visit on Thursday, the foreign minister’s first official trip to South Korea in nearly five years. South Korea and Japan condemned the...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 25Nvidia, Supermicro employees charged over export of AI servers to ChinaTaiwanese authorities indict nine people over alleged chip smuggling scheme.Al Jazeera [en]
MILITARYAug 25Philippines to expand military drone fleet as South China Sea tensions riseThe Philippines plans to expand its unmanned ⁠capabilities, including through development ⁠and acquisition of drones as part ⁠of efforts to modernise its military, its defence chief said on Tuesday. US defence ally the Philippines also planned to acquire additional guided-missile corvettes and other major defence assets to strengthen its external defence capabilities, Defence Secretary Gilberto ‌Teodoro told a budget hearing in the lower house of Congress. The Philippines has shifted its...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 25Egypt - China Air Drill Draws Attention Of US And IsraelAn air drill between Egypt and China has attracted the attention of the US and Israel. This indicates notable military activity and geopolitical interest.i24news.tv · Israel
BUSINESSAug 25Global Times : What does China 4 . 7 percent growth in the first half of 2026 tell us ? Zhong Caiwen articleAn article from Global Times by Zhong Caiwen discusses the implications of China's 4.7 percent economic growth in the first half of 2026. This analyzes future economic trends for China.manilatimes.net · Philippines
BUSINESSAug 25How full equity buyouts could help China’s cooling bubble tea sector turn a new leafFuelled by the recent bubble tea boom and an intensely competitive market, financial investors have shown growing interest in the sector’s major brands, shifting their playbook from early-stage bets and initial public offering subscriptions to full equity buyouts. Growth of mid to high single digits was now expected for the industry in China, down from the double-digit growth projected in previous years, analysts said. The slowdown followed years of capital being raised and deployed to chase the...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 25China’s anti-corruption fight: data deep diveSouth China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 25Trump moves toward new tariff on China for flooding market with cheap goods | The Asahi Shimbun : Breaking News , Japan News and AnalysisFormer President Trump is reportedly considering new tariffs on China due to concerns about cheap goods flooding the market. This move could escalate trade tensions between the two countries.asahi.com · Japan
BUSINESSAug 25Global market : Mainland China stocks slip as metal shares drop , investors await Jackson Hole cuesMainland China's stock market experienced a decline, specifically with metal shares dropping, as investors anticipate signals from Jackson Hole. This indicates current global market dynamics and future economic considerations.economictimes.indiatimes.com · India
POLITICSAug 25Ajit Doval China visit : NSA , Chinese VP Han Zheng discuss border peace , bilateral ties ahead of key talks | India NewsIndia's NSA, Ajit Doval, and Chinese VP Han Zheng discussed border peace and bilateral ties during a visit to China. These high-level talks are occurring ahead of further key discussions between the two countries.timesofindia.indiatimes.com · India
SCI & TECHAug 25China’s new traffic safety law set to clarify liability for fully automated carsBeijing could soon hold carmakers legally responsible for traffic violations when autonomous driving systems are in use, marking an important step towards clearing regulatory hurdles to wider commercialisation. The Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, China’s top legislature, is set to review an amended Road Traffic Safety Law on Tuesday. For the first time, the document was set to include a dedicated chapter on governing autonomous vehicles and advanced driving systems,...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 25China’s anti-corruption legal framework is about to extend beyond its bordersChina’s top legislature has reviewed a draft law aimed at combating cross-border corruption as part of Beijing’s latest efforts to expand its anti-graft legal framework beyond borders. On Tuesday, the draft Anti-Cross-Border Corruption Law was submitted for its first reading during the 24th session of the Standing Committee of the 14th National People’s Congress (NPC), which runs until Friday. The text of the bill is not yet available to the public. Enacting the law is a vital initiative to...South China Morning Post
CYBERAug 25Nvidia employee charged with smuggling advanced chips into ChinaProsecutors identify Taiwan-based manager as ‘central figure’ in scheme involving US semiconductor maker’s AI serversFinancial Times
BUSINESSAug 25China vows to protect trade rightsChina has vowed to protect its trade rights. This statement suggests a focus on defending its economic interests in international trade.tribune.com.pk · Pakistan
SCI & TECHAug 25Debate star and physicist Guo Yanliang leaves a top European quantum lab for ChinaGuo Yanliang, a champion debater who honed his argumentation skills in international contests and on online variety shows, has left one of Europe’s top quantum laboratories to set up his own research group in Beijing. Guo, 33, says he sees scientific research as a debate between different opinions, which made him more compatible with China than Europe. This year, he returned to China to take a position as associate professor at Renmin University of China where he is building an ultracold atom...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 25Xi calls on China , Jordan to further deepen alignment of development strategies -- China Economic NetPresident Xi has called for China and Jordan to further align their development strategies. This initiative aims to deepen cooperation between the two countries.en.ce.cn · China
CONFLICTAug 25China threatens Taiwan from every anglemalaysiasun.com · Malaysia
BUSINESSAug 25AP : Trump moves toward levying new tariff on China for flooding market with cheap goodsFormer President Trump is reportedly progressing towards imposing new tariffs on China due to concerns about the market being oversaturated with inexpensive goods. This action indicates a potential shift in international trade policy.krcgtv.com · United States
BUSINESSAug 25China leans hardest against yuan gains in six months , AUD softensChina has taken strong measures to counter the yuan's appreciation, while the Australian dollar has softened. This reflects significant activity in global currency markets.investinglive.com