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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
The Week Ahead (Aug. 31-Sept. 6): Shein Set to Raise $1.8 Billion in Hong Kong IPO
U.S. to impose up to 100% tariffs on imported drones; U.K. temporarily lowers audit requirements for Chinese listings
In Depth: Chinese Graduates Swarm Grassroots Jobs as Government Hiring Shrinks
Local governments are slashing quotas for public-sector and rural assistance programs, leaving highly educated youth with dwindling options and fueling extreme credential inflation
Commentary: China’s Arctic Silk Road Is Now a Reality
While China flexes its economic muscle in partnership with Russia, the United States struggles to realize its own Arctic shipping options
Business Brief (Aug. 25): Chinese GPU Maker Enflame Gears Up for IPO
SASAC pushes state firms to drive 6G breakthroughs, Trump threatens 50% tariffs on Canadian autos
China’s Draft Outbound Investment Rules Target Individuals, Tighten Oversight
Draft NDRC regulations remove the $300 million reporting threshold for overseas reinvestments to manage geopolitical risks
Business Brief (Aug. 24): China Ramps Up Push to Clear Business Arrears
Domestic passenger car sales plunge, China and Switzerland complete negotiations to upgrade their free trade agreement
China’s Sovereign Fund Names Former Shanghai Official Wu Wei as President
The appointment fills a four-month vacancy at the helm of CIC
Singapore Unveils Tax, Visa Incentives in Race With Hong Kong
The city-state introduced tax breaks for qualifying fund managers and a new visa pathway for senior investment professionals as competition with Hong Kong for asset management business intensifies
Chinese Robot-Maker Unitree Soars 629% in Shanghai Debut
The company’s record-breaking opening surge on the STAR Market delivered massive windfalls to early backers including Meituan, HSG and Xiaomi
China Unveils Plan to Boost Consumption in Smaller Cities
Nine government departments have outlined 18 measures to upgrade retail infrastructure, create jobs and support domestic brands in lower-tier cities to offset saturated urban markets
Business Brief (Aug. 18): Premier Li Qiang Calls for Incremental Policies to Boost Domestic Demand
July retail sales growth slows to 0.6% amid weak demand; new home prices in tier 2 cities decline
Analysis: As Trade-In Subsidies Fade, China Bets on Services to Keep Consumers Spending
Reduced rebates and narrower product eligibility have muted the impact of the government’s stimulus policy, prompting it to transition to supporting sectors like the auto aftermarket
CX Daily: At WAIC, China’s AI Boom Runs Into Commercial Reality
Chinese tech giants are pushing the limits of computing clusters, AI agents and robotics. Now, the industry faces a commercial reality check
Business Brief (Aug. 4): China Cracks Down on Auto Industry’s Cutthroat Competition
Regulators mandate longer reliability tests for NEVs, ChinaJoy highlights AI gaming trend
China’s Entrusted Local Pension Funds Post 5.8% Annual Return
The funds have logged ninth straight year of gains despite market volatility
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