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CONFLICTAug 15Fresh evidence exposes Japanese troop wartime atrocities in ChinaNew evidence has emerged revealing wartime atrocities committed by Japanese troops in China, shedding light on historical events with potential contemporary significance.shanghaisun.com · China
SCI & TECHAug 15China’s 1MW perovskite solar farm beats silicon system in industrial-scale testA China-led team has cleared the last major hurdle in the race to commercialise the most promising alternative to conventional silicon solar technology, paving the way for the next generation of low-cost, high-efficiency panels to be made on an industrial scale. Researchers from China and Canada, led by Nanjing University, have developed a super-stable coating for perovskite – an ultra-thin, lightweight material that can be printed onto large surfaces – suitable for patching the tiny defects...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 15China targets its ultra-wealthy living abroad in tax bidAs Beijing seeks to close its budget deficit, authorities are tightening regulations on trusts established outside China, commonly used by the country's super-rich to avoid taxes.Le Monde [en]
BUSINESSAug 15Japan summer tourism season sees shift from China - driven demandJapan's summer tourism season is experiencing a change in demand, shifting away from its previous reliance on visitors from China. This indicates a change in tourism trends.japantoday.com · Japan
MILITARYAug 15China missile test deepens Pacific divide over growing militarizationjapantoday.com · Japan
SCI & TECHAug 15China shaping the future of open - source technology – including AIChina is actively influencing the future development of open-source technology, specifically including artificial intelligence. This highlights a significant global trend in technological leadership.japantoday.com · Japan
WORLDAug 15Haunting nightmares : how medical records become evidence of Japanese wartime atrocities in ChinaThe article explores how medical records are being used as evidence to document Japanese wartime atrocities committed in China. This sheds light on past historical events.shanghaisun.com · China
BUSINESSAug 15China to lift travel ban on Manus founders as Meta unwinds buyout deal: FTSeeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 15Apple gets U.S. warning not to buy memory chips from China: WSJSeeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSAug 15Japanese minister visits shrine to war dead , angering China , South Korea - Grenada Chronicle – Daily Grenada And Caribbean NewsA Japanese minister visited a shrine dedicated to war dead, leading to anger from China and South Korea. This action exacerbates diplomatic tensions and highlights historical sensitivities in the region.grenadachronicle.com · United States
WORLDAug 15Haunting nightmares : how medical records become evidence of Japanese wartime atrocities in ChinaMedical records are being used as evidence to document Japanese wartime atrocities committed in China. This research sheds light on past human rights violations.bruneinews.net · Malaysia
BUSINESSAug 15GM Bets Next 20 Years on China , Three Years After NLPC Warned Shareholders - National Legal And Policy CenterGeneral Motors is reportedly focusing its next two decades of business on China, despite previous warnings to shareholders by the National Legal And Policy Center. This indicates a major long-term strategic decision for the company.nlpc.org · United States
POLITICSAug 15US US Congressional Committees flag Harvard ties to CCP - linked entities , raise concerns over China influenceCommittees flag Harvard ties to CCP - Linked entities , raise concerns over China influenceU.S. Congressional Committees have raised concerns about Harvard's ties to entities linked with the CCP, flagging potential Chinese influence. This report highlights scrutiny over foreign influence in American institutions.news.webindia123.com · India
POLITICSAug 15Zhu Rongji’s death a reminder of what US-China relations have lostWith the death of former Chinese premier Zhu Rongji, both China and the wider world have lost a great leader. Zhu took personal risks for better US-China ties. He believed that productive Sino-American relations were good for China and for the world. He was a global leader before China had achieved its current great power status. In mid-1990, when I was president of the National Committee on United States-China Relations, our organisation invited Zhu, then Shanghai mayor, to the United States....South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 15Beijing issues ecological report to solidify South China Sea claims amid US rowChina has published ecological assessment reports on nine disputed South China Sea features, amid an escalating row with Washington over Beijing’s establishment of a “national nature reserve” in the contested waters. On Friday, the Ministry of Natural Resources’ South China Sea Bureau issued its 2025 marine ecological early-warning and monitoring bulletin, alongside a separate marine ecological protection and restoration report for the region. The releases were announced via an article posted on...South China Morning Post
CONFLICTAug 15Philippine defence chief rejects China criticism , calls response a squid tactic The Philippine defence chief has rejected criticism from China, characterizing China's response as a 'squid tactic.' This indicates ongoing diplomatic and defense-related tensions between the two nations.internazionale.it · Italy
WORLDAug 152026 Shanghai rankings: France holds steady while China advancesFrance maintains its presence in the annual world university rankings, with 27 universities listed, unchanged from 2025, including four in the top 100. Chinese universities continue to rise in a ranking still dominated by American and British institutions.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSAug 15US to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race with ChinaThe US plans to inform its partners that they must choose a side in the artificial intelligence competition with China. This development signals escalating geopolitical competition in advanced technology and its strategic importance.asiaone.com · Singapore
SCI & TECHAug 15Evidence of earliest silkworm farming outside China found, upending Silk Road timelineIt may not be the most majestic creature on our beautiful planet, but the humble silkworm deserves a place alongside horses, cattle, cats, and dogs due to its profound impact on human civilisation. The luxurious fabric spun from the silkworm’s natural secretion ignited the creation of a vast global trade network, connecting Asia with the Mediterranean. This network became a catalyst for transformative exchanges of goods, ideas, and technologies across continents, significantly shaping the course...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 15Karaoke in the car? China’s new wave of gadget-laden electric vehiclesChina’s electric vehicles (EVs) already lead the way in terms of battery and autonomous driving technologies. Now, the country’s auto brands are adding a new dimension to the notion of intelligent cars: turning them into full-scale entertainment centres. A new wave of Chinese-developed EVs is hitting the market equipped with everything from voice-activated artificial intelligence (AI) assistants, to headlights that double up as film projectors and karaoke systems. Some even feature immersive...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 15US to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race with Chinaasiaone.com · Singapore
POLITICSAug 15China blasts Japanese officials’ visit to Yasukuni Shrine on WWII anniversaryChina has “strongly condemned” Japanese leaders for visiting the controversial Yasukuni Shrine and making an offering on the 81st anniversary of Japan’s announcement of surrender in World War II. Beijing lodged a formal protest after Japanese defence chief Shinjiro Koizumi visited the shrine on Saturday. China and many other countries in Asia view the site as a symbol of Japanese militarism. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi did not visit the site in person but she sent a ritual offering to...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 15Trump hidden flight , Netanyahu defiance and India China problemThe article mentions a hidden flight involving Trump, defiance from Netanyahu, and an ongoing issue between India and China. These topics highlight various political and geopolitical developments concerning prominent global figures and nations.livemint.com · India
POLITICSAug 15Exclusive - US to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race with ChinaThe United States plans to inform its international partners that they must choose between aligning with the US or China in the global competition for artificial intelligence dominance. This indicates a significant geopolitical development in tech policy.wsau.com · United States