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: In Depth: What’s Standing in the Way of China’s Medical AI Agents?
Flawed data, stubborn accuracy gaps and slow hospital procurement remain formidable barriers to the widespread adoption of the technology, despite the health care system’s dire need for help

: Analysis: Middle East Turmoil Raises China’s Safe Haven Status
While oil shocks and liquidity stress unsettle global assets, steady bond yields and a resilient yuan are helping boost potential of Chinese financial markets

In Depth: As AI Agents Take Off, Tencent Sees Its Edge

After falling behind in the chatbot race, the Chinese tech giant is betting its sprawling ecosystem — with WeChat at the center — gives it a crucial advantage amid the craze for task-oriented artificial intelligence

: Charts of the Day: Hybrids Play Growing Role in Driving China’s NEV Exports
The value of China-made hybrid electric vehicles shipped overseas was about $4.9 billion in the first two months, accounting for 41% of total export value

Analysis: The Equity Bet Behind China’s Insurance Profit Surge

Listed insurers’ strong earnings mask a growing dependence on stocks — now being tested as markets turn volatile

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: Tech Brief (April 9): China Cracks Down on Improper AI-Altered Videos
Chinese animated film ‘Ne Zha 2’ becomes the world’s fourth highest-grossing movie, Alibaba forms AI technical committee
Apr 09, 2026 06:54 PM

: Business Brief (April 9): Trump Threatens Tariffs Over Arms to Iran
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: China Battles First Outbreak of Deadly African Foot-and-Mouth Disease
Authorities fast-track emergency vaccines as the SAT1 strain threatens the country’s livestock industry and disrupts animal trading
Apr 09, 2026 04:29 PM

: Darers & Doers Podcast: The Quest for AI-Powered Cancer Vaccines
Likang Life Sciences founder Chen Li explains how his Beijing startup is developing personalized mRNA cancer vaccines and why China’s biotech rise matters globally
Apr 09, 2026 04:23 PM

: China Factory Prices Seen Ending 41-Month Slide as Oil Surges
CPI growth may ease as post-holiday demand softens, according to Caixin survey
Apr 09, 2026 03:43 PM

: Energy Insider: Former Sinochem Executive Charged With Bribery and Abuse of Power
Chinese chemical stocks surge after missile attack on Saudi industrial hub; China halves domestic fuel price hikes amid surging global oil markets
Apr 09, 2026 03:29 PM

: Former Anhui Security Chief Falls Under Graft Probe
Retired senior official Yao Yuzhou is the second high-ranking cadre in the eastern province to be investigated since the latest party congress
Apr 09, 2026 03:12 PM

: Corruption Watchdog Probes Chief of Scandal-Ridden Chinese LED Giant
Sanan Optoelectronics’ controlling family’s stake was also frozen shortly after a separate graft investigation into the company’s founder
Apr 09, 2026 03:09 PM

: China Cracks Down on Air Rage and Fake Bomb Threats With Stricter Aviation Laws
The Supreme People’s Court introduces stringent criminal sentencing criteria to curb disruptive inflight behavior and the intentional spread of false terrorist information
Apr 09, 2026 02:53 PM

: China’s Holiday Travel Gets a Visa-Free Boost
Cross-border trips hit nearly 6.8 million during the Qingming Festival, with visa-exempt entries jumping over 30%
Apr 09, 2026 11:51 AM

: China’s Charitable Giving Declines Amid Wobbly Economy and Fraud Scandals
Social donations fell for a fourth straight year in 2024 as an industry once seen as a pillar for wealth redistribution struggles to rebuild public trust
Apr 09, 2026 10:47 AM

: Commentary: China Sees Rare Inflation Bump, but Requires Deep Reforms
Recent upticks in consumer and producer prices offer a rare glimmer of hope for the Chinese economy. To make it last, Beijing must tackle local debt and boost service-sector employment
Apr 09, 2026 10:29 AM

: CX Daily: As AI Agents Take Off, Tencent Sees Its Edge
After falling behind in the chatbot race, the Chinese tech giant is betting its sprawling ecosystem gives it a crucial advantage
Apr 09, 2026 09:00 AM

: Citic Group Seeks to Merge Financial Leasing Units
The proposed combination of Citic Financial Leasing and Huarong Financial Leasing resolves internal competition while aligning with Beijing's push to curb risks in the sector
Apr 08, 2026 11:47 PM

: Iran Envoy Warns of Stronger Response if U.S. Abandons Ceasefire
Tehran signals willingness to negotiate but cautions it will retaliate more forcefully if Washington withdraws from a fragile two-week truce
Apr 08, 2026 11:20 PM

: China Sets Up New Bureau to Oversee SOEs’ Overseas Assets
SASAC move aims to curb risks, improve governance and strengthen control as state firms expand abroad
Apr 08, 2026 10:45 PM