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Government Overhaul
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
Commentary: How to Navigate Trump’s Opportunistic Diplomacy
A recent D.C. summit suggests the administration is moving from strict isolationism to a strategy of selective alliances, aiming to break Beijing’s grip on critical resources
In Depth: China Bets on a Refinery-to-Tarmac Champion for Aviation Fuel
By folding CNAF into Sinopec, Beijing aims to speed up development of sustainable aviation fuel, though critics warn that control over airport refueling could give the company too much pricing power
Putin Plans Two Visits to China in 2026 as Ties Deepen
Chinese leader speaks with both Trump and Putin in a single day as Moscow and Beijing pledge to stand ‘back-to-back’ against external pressure
Xi and Putin Vow to Uphold Global Stability in Virtual Summit
The two leaders’ video meeting comes as they mark key relationship anniversaries and pledge deeper strategic collaboration
China Proposes New Law to Dismantle Cybercrime Supply Chains
Ministry of Public Security draft targets the sale of SIM cards and bank accounts used by syndicates, putting new onus on tech providers
Tech Brief (Feb. 4): Aerofugia Raises Nearly $150 Million to Get Flying Taxis Certified
Beijing humanoid robotics hub raises $100 million, State Council promotes AI integration in agriculture
Former Justice Minister Sentenced to Life in Prison for Corruption
Tang Yijun accepted over 137 million yuan in bribes spanning 17 years, leveraging his wife’s business dealings to hide illicit gains
Xi and Starmer Pledge to Reset U.K.-China Ties in Beijing Meeting
The leaders agree to a stable strategic partnership as London navigates economic headwinds and Washington’s protectionism
China Blasts EU Plan to Ban ‘High-Risk’ Telecom Vendors
Draft directive would bar “high-risk” vendors from public procurement and mandate equipment removal within three years
Deadly Explosion in North China Puts Steel Safety Back in Spotlight
Blast kills at least nine, revives scrutiny of Baogang Group’s safety record and triggers sweeping inspections in Inner Mongolia
China Launches $72 Billion Loan Guarantee Plan to Boost Private Sector Lending
New program shifts up to 80% of credit risk to the state, doubling loan caps and expanding support to midsize businesses
China’s Population Decline Accelerates as Births Hit Modern-Era Low in 2025
The number of newborns fell sharply in 2025 after a temporary rebound the prior year, underscoring the challenge Beijing faces in reversing a four-year trend of contraction
China’s Population Decline Accelerates as Births Hit Modern-Era Low in 2025
The number of newborns fell sharply in 2025 after a temporary rebound the prior year, underscoring the challenge Beijing faces in reversing a four-year trend of contraction
China Pushes to Expand Corporate Pension Coverage to Bolster Safety Net
New guidelines offer flexibility on contributions and bureaucratic hurdles, but stop short of the tax incentives experts say are needed to woo cost-conscious businesses
CX Daily: How Indonesia Cornered the Nickel Market — and Itself
A self-inflicted supply glut in nickel is threatening Jakarta’s grand ambitions to become a global powerhouse in the EV supply chain
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