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The Chinese government has been going through one of the largest reshuffles in its recent history, as the country strives for greater efficiency in economic, social and environmental management through the reallocation of power.
Approval of Sweeping Government Overhaul to Address Nation’s Issues
Move will boost coordination among State Council, Communist Party, military, experts say

Weekend Long Read: How Rock-and-Roll Saved a Remote Chinese School
In a mountainside village in Guizhou province, a teacher’s music lessons turned ‘left-behind’ children into viral stars, reviving a dying school and offering students a path out of poverty

Business Brief (Sept. 5): Nasdaq to Toughen IPO Rules for Chinese Firms
China targets over 7 trillion yuan for its sports industry by 2030, Huawei unveils a new trifold phone featuring a Kirin chip

CX Daily: China’s Factory Exodus Is Turning Vietnam Into the World’s Assembler
Xi Jinping calls for the swift creation of a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation development bank.

Opinion: Beijing’s Big Bet on the Chinese Consumer
Billions of dollars in subsidies and cheap loans aim to jolt a sluggish economy, but real success will require deeper reforms to boost household income and confidence

China Pledges Billions for New Bank to Expand Eurasian Bloc’s Clout
President Xi Jinping offers Shanghai Cooperation Organisation members new grants and loans, urging the creation of a development bank to boost security and economic cooperation within the bloc

Analysis: China Unveils Key Upgrades for National Carbon Market
Beijing plans to finally impose emissions caps on certain industries as early as 2027

Commentary: To Fuel Its Future, China Must Open Up Services
Beijing’s service industry has grown slowly in recent years, lagging behind historical trends. Now, policymakers are focusing on institutional opening and aligning with international standards to unlock new economic momentum

Commentary: China’s ‘AI+’ Action Plan Aims for a Smart Economy
The State Council’s new road map to 2035 details a three-stage strategy to integrate artificial intelligence across science, industry, consumption, and governance

Commentary: Beijing’s Plan to Unlock AI’s Economic Potential
Investment in artificial intelligence is soaring, but real productivity gains remain elusive. China’s new “AI+” strategy seeks to guide capital toward a deep integration with the real economy, aiming to turn promise into performance

China Pension Audits Uncover Widespread Payments to Dead People
Auditors found social security funds are being drained by the improper payments, while simultaneously being starved of cash by government bodies and companies failing to pay in

Energy Insider: China Releases Top-Level Plan for National Carbon Market
BYD to build an assembly plant in Malaysia with production starting in H2 2026, while the U.S. proposes adding copper and silicon to its critical minerals list

Tech Brief (Aug. 27): Cambricon Reports $128 Million Profit, Stock More Than Doubles Since July
Inspur posts 90% jump in revenue, while lidar maker Hesai files for Hong Kong listing

Business Brief (Aug. 27): China Unveils “AI+” Guidelines to Boost Adoption by 2027
Premier Li Qiang highlights service trade liberalization, Trump hopes for China visit this year

CX Daily: Controversial Li Auto Video Levels Spotlight on ‘Customized’ Crash Testing
China’s solar majors fall deeper into the red. An exclusive interview with Youdao’s CEO.

CX Briefing: BYD to Build Malaysia Factory
Also in today’s rundown: Yuan picks up strength as U.S. dollar weakens, Beijing unveils plan to expand national carbon market