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POLITICSSep 1China warns of consequence for Taiwan after Taipei envoys attend Pacific leaders summitclickondetroit.com · United States
MILITARYSep 1China highlights advanced wartime tech in defence mobilisation law updateChina has made the first amendment in 16 years to its national defence mobilisation law to include a fresh focus on new technologies – a move experts said would cover AI and drones. Analysts said the inclusion would make it possible to rapidly convert emerging infrastructure, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and unmanned systems, into defence capabilities. The revised law, passed by the top legislature on Friday, says that “the state promotes the application of advanced technologies in...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 1Solar outpaces coal for the first time in China: How does Europe compare?China has seen an explosive growth in its renewable installation, with coal's share in its energy mix edging down in recent years.EuroNews [en]
MILITARYSep 1UK-Philippines troop deal to boost Nato’s South China Sea reachA proposed troop access deal between the Philippines and Britain marks the latest step in Manila’s drive to draw more European and like-minded powers into its efforts to safeguard the free flow of trade through the South China Sea and neighbouring waterways. The visiting forces agreement would allow troops from both countries to train and operate temporarily on each other’s soil, a move analysts said could deepen the Philippines’ ties with Nato members and reduce its reliance on the US security...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 1Global investors descend on China’s Shenzhen to ride wave of AI and robotics opportunitiesShenzhen, the southern Chinese city home to US-sanctioned telecoms giant Huawei Technologies and drone maker DJI, has seen an influx of investors and business leaders amid rising global interest in Chinese artificial intelligence and robotics. On Tuesday, the tech hub hosted investor conferences led by three international financial institutions – HSBC, UBS and Nomura – with AI, robotics and other emerging technologies featuring prominently on their agendas. More investors could arrive to chase...South China Morning Post
DISASTERBREAKINGSep 1China-Nepal flood toll tops 1,000 as tunnel rescue offers last hopeLe Monde [en]
POLITICSSep 1Why US sanctions threats against China aren’t credibleThe US threat of sanctions on China because of Beijing’s relationship with Iran isn’t credible. The artificial intelligence bubble and its own precarious bond market make the US more vulnerable to a shock than China. Even if the US risks massive self-harm and kicks major Chinese institutions off SWIFT, the global messaging system enabling dollar-based cross-border payments, it will merely accelerate the yuan’s rise. China’s trading partners can easily switch to the perfectly functional yuan...South China Morning Post
DISASTERSep 1Death toll from devastating floods in China and Nepal surpasses 1,000Al Jazeera [en]
SCI & TECHSep 1China's CXMT makes breakthrough in advanced memory chips: reportA report indicates that China's CXMT has achieved a breakthrough in advanced memory chip technology. This signifies a notable development in the global semiconductor industry.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSSep 1Foreign investors expected to eye more China A shares – but pace set to ease: analystForeign investors are expected to keep adding to their China A-share holdings, though the pace of buying is likely to slow from the surge in the first half of the year, according to a UBS analyst. “We still expect net inflows in the second half, but the pace will be somewhat slower than in the first half,” said Meng Lei, China equity strategist at UBS Securities, at UBS’s annual China A-share strategy conference in Shenzhen on Tuesday. Foreign appetite for A shares – domestic shares of mainland...South China Morning Post
DISASTERSep 1‘Unprecedented’ path: revived Typhoon Saudel eyes eastern and southern ChinaSouth China Morning Post
DISASTERBREAKINGSep 1Death toll passes 1,000 from catastrophic flooding in Nepal and China, officials sayEuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 1China demands its interests in Venezuela be protected after oil agreement with the USChina exige proteger sus intereses en Venezuela tras informes de un acuerdo petrolero que podría afectar a empresas como Sinopec y CNPC.El pacto entre EE.UU. y Venezuela otorga a Washington control sobre reservas clave, en un contexto de relaciones renovadas tras años de tensión.Clarín
BUSINESSSep 1Taiwanese investment in China fell 59 % last year : SEFTaiwanese investment into China saw a significant decline last year, as reported by the SEF. This indicates a notable shift in economic relations between the two regions.taipeitimes.com · Taiwan
BUSINESSSep 1US Department of War awards Alcoa $174M to build Australian gallium facility, curbing dependence on ChinaThe US Department of War has awarded Alcoa $174 million to construct a gallium facility in Australia, aiming to reduce dependence on China for the material.Seeking Alpha Tech
DISASTERSep 1How catastrophic flash flood unfolded at remote Nepal-China border pointBBC World
DISASTERBREAKINGSep 1More than 1,000 dead from catastrophic Nepal-China floodsJapan Today
BUSINESSSep 1China’s RatingDog Manufacturing PMI climbs to 51.5 in August, beating forecastsChina's RatingDog Manufacturing PMI rose to 51.5 in August, exceeding forecasts. This indicates a positive performance in the country's manufacturing sector.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSSep 1China August PMI signals improved sentiment , steady new momentumChina's Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for August indicates improved economic sentiment and consistent new momentum. This suggests positive economic trends in the region.en.people.cn · China
WORLDSep 1China , Brunei deepen ties on sustainable agriculture , rural developmentChina and Brunei are strengthening their relationship through cooperation on sustainable agriculture and rural development. This indicates ongoing international collaboration in key economic sectors.en.people.cn · China
POLITICSSep 1China lays legal groundwork to ready society for warasiabulletin.com · China
BUSINESSSep 1Senegal eyes processed goods exports to ChinaSenegal is looking to export processed goods to China, indicating a focus on expanding its international trade. This development could impact the economies of both nations.usa.chinadaily.com.cn · China
WORLDSep 1China edges Lebanon in FIBA World Cup qualifierChina narrowly defeated Lebanon in a FIBA World Cup qualifier game. This reports a specific sports match outcome between two national teams.asiabulletin.com · China
POLITICSSep 1China-Taiwan friction clouds Pacific summitAustralia said Tuesday the Pacific bloc will decide for itself who attends its annual summit, after China raised objections to Taiwan's presence on the sidelines. The 18-member Pacific…Japan Today