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CONFLICTBREAKINGJul 22Thrilla in Manila: Rubio arrives as China-Philippines tensions spikeThe South China Sea’s waters turned choppy again just as U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Manila to attend an ASEAN summit. On Monday, a new maritime clash between China and the Philippines sparked mutual recriminations between Beijing and Manila and a mutual summoning of ambassadors. Washington too weighed in with tough remarks, denouncing Beijing’s “troubling pattern of provocation” in the South China Sea.If China indeed provoked this incident, its timing was poor. The gathering of so many diplomatic dignitaries in Manila at the annual ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ meeting gave the Responsible Statecraft
POLITICSJul 22China, EU pushing ahead on joint research despite trade tensionsChina and the EU have renewed their joint research agreement, according to Chinese state-linked media, signalling a willingness to collaborate on climate and agriculture despite trade tensions. People’s Financial News, a publication affiliated with Communist Party mouthpiece People’s Daily, reported on the new two-year agreement on Wednesday. China’s Ministry of Science and Technology and the European Commission had signed joint research funding agreements to support scientific cooperation...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 22Why China’s polar expedition to the Arctic Ocean has drawn US ireThe United States Coast Guard said it closely tracked Chinese polar expedition vessels transiting the Bering Sea on their way to the Arctic Ocean last week, amid unease over Beijing’s geopolitical ambitions in the region. The US Coast Guard Cutter Munro actively monitored the Chinese research ships Xuelong and Xuelong 2 as they passed northbound through the US exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and extended continental shelf in the Bering Sea towards the Arctic, the US Coast Guard said last...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHJul 22China is trying to regulate relationships with AI – can it work?China is the first country to enact substantial legislation on AI relationships in an effort to protect people from the worst aspects of digital companionsNew Scientist
SCI & TECHJul 22World’s first AI model to earn perfect score at maths Olympiad comes from China’s RedNoteFor the first time, an artificial intelligence model has achieved a perfect score at the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) – and it was developed by Chinese social giant RedNote. The model, dots-note-3.0, solved all six puzzles and secured a perfect score of 42 at this year’s IMO, which concluded in Shanghai on Monday. The note variant, still in beta phase, is currently the lightest model in the dots3 family, which includes two larger versions – jazz and aria – tailored for different use...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 22Nike to cut thousands of China online distributors in 2027Nike plans to reduce its number of online distributors in China starting in 2027. This strategic move could reshape the company's distribution model in a key international market.Yahoo Finance
SCI & TECHJul 22US , China to hold AI talks in September , sources sayThe United States and China are reportedly planning to hold discussions on Artificial Intelligence in September. These talks signify ongoing international engagement regarding advanced technology.tribune.com.pk · Pakistan
MILITARYJul 22More joint sea patrols on cards after China missilePlans for more joint sea patrols are being considered following a missile event involving China. This indicates an escalation of military cooperation in response to regional actions.merimbulanewsweekly.com.au · Australia
POLITICSJul 22Stable India-China ties will help build ‘multi-polar Asia’ and ‘multi-polar world’: JaishankarExternal Affairs Minister discusses India-China normalisation with Wang Yi, raises the safety of Indian seafarers with Sergey Lavrov, and joins Quad talks backing a free and open Indo-PacificThe Hindu
MILITARYJul 22More joint sea patrols on cards after China missilenortherndailyleader.com.au · Australia
POLITICSJul 22Wang Yi and Marco Rubio at Asean discuss Xi’s planned US visit, South China Sea clashThe top Chinese and American diplomats discussed President Xi Jinping’s planned visit to the US later this year and the dispute between Beijing and Manila in the South China Sea during their bilateral meeting on Wednesday. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio are in Manila for a series of Asean meetings from Monday to Thursday, including the Asean foreign ministers’ meeting which brings together 11 member states, along with ministers from Russia, Japan,...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 22Ruto Tasks Defeated UDA Candidate Samuel Muchina With Overseeing Multi - Billion Ol Kalou Projects – Ghafla ! President Ruto has assigned a defeated UDA candidate, Samuel Muchina, to oversee multi-billion projects in Ol Kalou. This appointment involves a significant financial portfolio and political trust.ghafla.co.ke · Kenya
MILITARYJul 22More joint sea patrols on cards after China missileFollowing a China missile incident, there are plans for more joint sea patrols. This indicates an escalation in military cooperation and regional security measures.batemansbaypost.com.au · Australia
BUSINESSJul 22China targets panda bond reform, mandates global credit mapping to lure foreign capitalChinese regulators moved on Tuesday to improve the quality of credit ratings for panda bonds – a yuan-denominated asset class that has seen a surge in interest from foreign sovereign and institutional investors this year as a key tool to bolster Beijing’s yuan-internationalisation push. Credit-rating agencies must adhere to the principles of independence, objectivity and prudence, according to a circular posted to the website of the National Association of Financial Market Institutional...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHJul 22US levels AI sanctions threat as China models gainUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent signalled potential action against open source artificial intelligence (AI) models amid accusations that Chinese developers are creating low-cost systems using stolen US intellectual property. “This administration supports open source models, but what we do not support is IP theft,” Bessent said on Fox Business on Tuesday. “If we see, especially, that overseas models are stealing from our great companies, we have the ability to sanction them.” Watermarks from...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 22China job market stable in H1 , 6 . 95 million new urban jobs addedChina's job market remained stable in the first half of the year, with a significant number of new urban jobs created. This indicates positive economic performance regarding employment.europe.chinadaily.com.cn · China
BUSINESSJul 22Why China’s low-cost business model resists reformOn July 9, a fire burned through a shoe factory in Jinjiang, Fujian province, killing at least 28 people. The accident signals a larger problem: firms operating under financial pressure often cut costs by compromising safety. China’s low-cost business model needs reform, but why has change been so difficult? The plant that burned employed hundreds of workers, yet company filings for 2025 indicate that only a handful of them were enrolled in pension and medical insurance plans. A fire-safety...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 22Total War on Taipei: China Explores Elevating Cognitive Effects into Its Vision of WarfareWar on the Rocks
SCI & TECHJul 22China-dominated central bank digital currency platform touts largest transactions to dateA leading Chinese bank has processed the largest cross-border transactions yet via mBridge, a multilateral central bank digital currency (CBDC) platform, marking a major milestone for the emerging payment network as well as Beijing’s global yuan ambitions. Two transactions, worth more than US$1.7 billion each, were carried out by the Bank of China’s Shenzhen and Fujian branches in June and July, respectively. They showed mBridge’s ability to support high-value cross-border settlements across...South China Morning Post
CONFLICTJul 22Australia raises China’s missile test in meeting with top diplomat Wang YiChinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged Australia to give up “double standards” and join efforts to maintain the momentum of improving bilateral ties, as Canberra voiced concerns over Beijing’s military development and a recent missile test. In a meeting with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Tuesday, Wang said Canberra and Beijing should address differences on the basis of mutual respect and equality. “Both sides should seek common ground while managing disagreements and foster a...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 22China drink-driving suspect stages death with coffin, bogus burial to evade authoritiesA drink-driving suspect in central China faked his death with the help of his family to evade prosecution before fleeing south. Prosecutors in Anyang, Henan province, recently revealed the case to mainland media outlets, sparking widespread online attention. In January last year, the man, surname Si, was arrested for drink-driving. Police later discovered that he had previously been penalised twice for driving without a license while intoxicated. He was released on bail pending...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 22China warned Pacific missile sparks strong concerns pina.com.fj · Fiji
POLITICSJul 22Solar Power And Strategic Influence : China Expanding Footprint In The Caribbean - AnalysisAn analysis examines China's expanding strategic influence in the Caribbean, particularly through solar power initiatives. This highlights a geopolitical trend in the region.eurasiareview.com · United States
WORLDJul 22Indonesia restarts South China Sea gas project Beijing opposedIndonesia’s long-stalled gas project in the North Natuna Sea is stirring back to life, with its new operator confirming that activities have resumed at a strategically sensitive field after years of commercial uncertainty and pressure from China. Prime Group, the Indonesian company that took over operatorship from Britain’s Harbour Energy, told This Week in Asia that “activities associated with the Tuna PSC have resumed in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements”. The PSC –...South China Morning Post
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