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In Depth: China’s Blood Supply Runs on a Knife Edge

Falling donations, an aging population and rising demand are leaving patients desperate for transfusions, while pushing some to seek illicit sources

U.S. President Donald Trump holds a grand ceremony at the White House to welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping on a state visit to the U.S. on the morning of Sept. 24, 2026. Photo: Xinhua

Trump, Xi Open White House Summit With Calls for Strategic Stability and AI Guardrails

The Chinese leader’s first White House visit in a decade sets off talks on trade, advanced technology, and crisis communications

In Depth: How Paying for Likes Is Becoming a Crime in China

‘Traffic boosting’ developed into a specialized industry serving the e-commerce and short-video economy. But cases that were once settled with civil claims are being punished under ‘illegal business operations’ as enforcement standards evolve

The Hong Kong stock exchange on Sept. 16, 2026. Photo: VCG

Deloitte Raises Hong Kong IPO Forecast to Record HK$480 Billion

A surge in mega-listings and mainland dual-listings puts the Asian financial hub on track to surpass its 2010 peak, even as Fed rate moves pressure global liquidity

Gas Leak at BASF’s Shanghai Facility Raises Chemical Supply Concerns

The incident at a wastewater-treatment facility led BASF’s polyurethane venture to suspend some production units, underscoring the importance of a plant that accounts for an estimated 10% of China’s TDI capacity

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Fine Motion Robot’s application was accepted in November 2024, but the review soon stalled. Photo: IC

Chinese Robotics Component Maker Halts STAR Market IPO

The withdrawal highlights tightening regulatory hurdles for corporate carve-outs and a broader valuation retreat across China’s robotics secto

Sep 25, 2026 03:55 AM
The People’s Bank of China headquarters in Beijing. Photo: VCG

PBOC Cautions Against ‘Herd Effect’ as Yuan Extends Rally

The central bank introduces fresh warnings on irrational currency bets in its quarterly policy statement while sharpening its focus on countercyclical stimulus

Sep 25, 2026 02:27 AM
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China’s Corruption Crackdown Reaches Deeper Into Bond Market

Probe into former China Construction Bank executive highlights expanding scrutiny of hidden corruption

Sep 24, 2026 07:01 PM
Yatsen acquired the Chinese mainland business of dermatologist-developed Dr. Wu in 2021. Photo: Yatsen

Perfect Diary Owner Yatsen Keeps M&A Option Open Amid Skincare Shift

Skincare accounts for more than 70% of the Chinese cosmetics-maker’s revenue, though CEO David Huang says scaling its current brands remains the immediate priority

Sep 24, 2026 06:30 PM
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Tencent to Shut Down QClaw Assistant in Enterprise AI Push

The tech giant plans to redirect resources into developing its stickier workplace AI agent WorkBuddy

Sep 24, 2026 05:33 PM
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China Opens Offshore Yuan Platform to Overseas Brokerages

Move expands participation in China’s offshore yuan trading market

Sep 24, 2026 05:33 PM
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DJI and Insta360’s Battle for Gimbal Camera Market Comes at a Cost

Rapid product launches and aggressive expansion drove global shipments up 87% in the second quarter, but falling prices weigh on profitability

Sep 24, 2026 03:24 PM
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Chinese Automakers Turn to AI Cabins for New Edge

SAIC, BYD and other carmakers are working with major tech firms to integrate AI assistants into vehicles as part of efforts to differentiate their products

Sep 24, 2026 12:38 PM
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China Weighs Dedicated Law for Regulatory Review System

Planned legislation would consolidate fragmented review systems across China’s state institutions and could give authorities stronger powers to revoke unlawful local rules

Sep 24, 2026 11:57 AM
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China Sets New Sentencing Standards for Fentanyl-Related Crimes

New rules apply lower quantity thresholds to nonmedical fentanyl analogues, while setting separate benchmarks for four approved opioid medicines

Sep 24, 2026 11:40 AM
Li Lecheng (left), Zhou Zuyi (center) and Zhao Long (right)

China Reshuffles Communist Party Chiefs in Anhui, Henan and Fujian

The appointments of Li Lecheng, Zhou Zuyi and Zhao Long as the top officials of Anhui, Henan and Fujian provinces underscore Beijing’s strategy of elevating technocrats and experienced administrators ahead of regional Communist Party congresses

Sep 24, 2026 11:02 AM
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived at Joint Base Andrews on Sept. 23 afternoon for a state visit to the United States. Photo: Xinhua

Xi Opens U.S. State Visit as Trump Gives Rare Airport Welcome

The Chinese leader calls for a stable relationship centered on cooperation, managed competition and controlled differences

Sep 24, 2026 10:38 AM
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CX Daily: How Paying for Likes Is Becoming a Crime in China

‘Traffic boosting’ cases that were once settled with civil claims are being punished under ‘illegal business operations’

Sep 24, 2026 09:00 AM
Seazen is among the small minority of private Chinese developers that have avoided defaulting on public debt. Photo: VCG

Seazen Sells Rare 100 Million Yuan Unsecured Bond

The Shanghai-listed builder cleared a 100 million yuan tranche at 7.8%, marking a rare breakthrough for private firms largely locked out of credit markets since 2021

Sep 24, 2026 04:22 AM
Alibaba Cloud's first AI agent PC, Qwen Book, is unveiled at the 2026 Apsara Conference on Sept. 23. Photo: VCG

From Chips to Laptops: Alibaba Accelerates Full-Stack AI Ambitions

Armed with the new Zhenwu V900 chip and Qwen-powered hardware, the cloud titan aims to insulate its supply chain and capture surging enterprise demand

Sep 24, 2026 03:56 AM
Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission Chairman Kelvin Wong, right, outlines the regulator’s strategic priorities at a media briefing on Sept. 23, alongside Chief Executive Julia Leung, left. Photo: Wang Xiaoqing/Caixin

Hong Kong Watchdog Targets Mid-2027 for Direct Yuan Equity Trading

The plan to integrate the yuan counter into Southbound Stock Connect aims to dismantle currency barriers for onshore capital and solidify the city’s role as an offshore yuan hub

Sep 24, 2026 12:33 AM



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