China’s solar industry giants, long accustomed to leading global growth, have been hit by a severe market correction, reporting a combined net loss of nearly US$1.54 billion in the first half of 2025. An aggressive price war, fueled by a persistent oversupply of modules, has battered the profitability of the world’s largest manufacturers, despite record-breaking […]
Iran’s parliamentary speaker has called for concrete steps to bring Tehran’s strategic partnership with Beijing from promises into practice, stressing that both nations must accelerate efforts to expand cooperation. Speaking during a meeting with Chinese officials, Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said the longstanding friendship between Iran and China should translate into measurable economic and political […]
China has announced that it will allow Russian citizens to enter the country without visas for a one-year trial period, marking the latest step in strengthening ties between the two nations. Beijing confirmed on Tuesday that the scheme, which begins immediately, will permit Russians to travel visa-free for short-term stays covering tourism, business, and family […]
China has announced the launch of a trial visa-free regime for Russian citizens, in a move that underscores deepening ties between the two neighbours amid shifting global alliances. The policy, unveiled by China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday, will allow Russian nationals to enter selected regions of China without a visa for short stays. […]
China has called on Indonesia to take firm measures to protect Chinese institutions and nationals following recent concerns over security incidents in the country. Speaking at a regular press briefing, the Chinese foreign ministry said Beijing had communicated its expectations to Jakarta through diplomatic channels, stressing the importance of ensuring the safety of Chinese personnel […]
Russian President Vladimir Putin has once again blamed Western nations for the ongoing war in Ukraine, telling leaders at the China-led Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit that the conflict was the result of “aggressive policies” by the United States and its allies. Speaking to fellow member states, Putin claimed that NATO expansion and Western interference […]
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin used a major security forum to outline their shared vision of a new global order, one that seeks to challenge what they describe as Western dominance in international affairs. Speaking at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, both leaders emphasised the need for a “multipolar world” […]
China’s largest state-owned banks have warned that profit margins will remain under pressure in the second half of the year, as policymakers continue to cut interest rates in a bid to stimulate the slowing economy. Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC), China Construction Bank (CCB), Agricultural Bank of China (ABC), and Bank of China […]
Chinese property developer Seazen Group has announced plans to explore real-world asset tokenization, signaling a potential shift in how the country’s debt-laden real estate sector could leverage digital finance to attract investors. In a statement, the Shanghai-based developer said it is studying the use of blockchain technology to tokenize real estate and other tangible assets, […]
China has announced the successful development of what it calls the world’s first “universal” 6G chip, marking a major step forward in the global race to define and dominate the next generation of wireless technology. The chip, unveiled by a team of Chinese researchers and engineers, is designed to support a wide range of communication […]
