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Travel News

More Europeans can now visit China visa-free for 30 days

Almost all of Europe is included in the policy, with the notable high-income exceptions of Sweden and the UK.

10/07/2025

Economy

China sees consumer price inflation in positive territory in June

CPI inflation climbed into the green for the first time since January, although producer prices remain in deflationary territory.

09/07/2025

Culture news

My sporting life: Cristiano Ronaldo honoured in new Hong Kong museum

The CR7 Life Museum in Hong Kong promises an immersive experience about the life and times of the Portuguese footballer.

08/07/2025

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China's first domestically built aircraft carrier visits Hong Kong

Accompanied by a destroyer and a frigate, the warships will be open to the public over the weekend, with all 10,000 available tickets already claimed.

04/07/2025

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China issues flood alerts as rivers surge to record levels

Chinese authorities have warned 10 provinces and regions to bolster flood defences as persistent rainfall pushes river levels to record highs.

03/07/2025

Tech News

Photos: AI-powered humanoid robots play a football match in China

The players, which operate autonomously, are one result of China’s efforts to develop AI-powered humanoid robots.

30/06/2025

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Humanoid robots stumble through AI-powered football match in Beijing

In Beijing, humanoid robots competed in a 3-on-3 football match, stumbling and needing stretchers, offering a glimpse into the future of AI robotics.

30/06/2025

Tech News

China unveils tiny spy drone that looks like a mosquito

About 2 cm long and weighing just 0.3 grams, the insect-inspired device features two tiny wings and three spindly legs. Its minuscule size would make it difficult to detect using conventional radar systems, experts say.

27/06/2025

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Qatar reaffirms commitment to AIIB and will host 2026 meeting

Qatar will host the 11th edition of the annual meeting of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) in September 2026, ushering a new chapter of the Bank’s efforts to position itself as a global force for development and economic growth.

26/06/2025

Business

AIIB elects former anti-corruption official as new president

Zou Jiayi has been elected as the next president of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) by the group’s board of governors.

24/06/2025

Culture news

Ancient ‘Dragon Man’ DNA reveals mysterious human relative

New research has found that a skull from a mysterious human relative nicknamed “Dragon Man” belongs to an extinct archaic species known as the Denisovans. Here's everything you need to know.

20/06/2025

China

Hong Kong warns people over mobile game 'advocating armed revolution'

Hong Kong authorities have said people who download or share the game Reversed Front: Bonfire could be prosecuted under national security laws.

11/06/2025

Economy

China says its exports to the US have plummeted ahead of trade talks

China's total exports rose less-than-expected year-on-year, while exports to the US dropped sharply.

09/06/2025

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Chinese issues arrest warrants for alleged Taiwanese hackers

China refuses to deal with Taiwan's pro-independence government and has been pressing its diplomatic campaign to isolate the island.

05/06/2025

Economy

China accuses US of violating trade truce and vows firm retaliation

Beijing’s remarks came after US President Donald Trump said on Friday that China had “totally violated” the agreement.

02/06/2025

Space

China spacecraft aims to return with 'groundbreaking' asteroid samples

The Tianwen-2 probe, which was launched on Thursday, represents a "significant step in China’s new journey of interplanetary exploration".

30/05/2025

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China launches probe to collect samples from asteroid near Mars

China earlier returned rock samples from the moon's far side back to Earth in a historic mission and has welcomed international cooperation.

29/05/2025

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AI Strategist defeats rivals in first-ever humanoid robot tournament

A humanoid robot named "AI Strategist" claimed victory at the first-ever Mech Combat Arena Competition held in Hangzhou, eastern China.

28/05/2025

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Search continues for missing people after China plant explosion

Search and rescue operations continue for six people still missing after Tuesday's deadly blast in the city of Weifang in Shandong province.

27/05/2025

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Humanoid robots gear up for boxing debut in Hangzhou

Humanoid robots are trading punches in an intense training camp ahead of a robot boxing competition set to take place in Hangzhou, east China, this Sunday.

22/05/2025

Economy

China cuts key lending rates to record lows to counter US tariffs hit

China’s central bank has cut its key lending rates to record lows to bolster the economy and cushion the impact of escalating trade tensions with the United States. The move follows a sweeping stimulus package announced earlier this month.

20/05/2025

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China's new 'drone mothership' expected to launch within days

When it is fully operational, Jiu Tian will release a vast swarm of up to 100 smaller drones that would work together to overwhelm an enemy's air defence systems.

19/05/2025

Economy

China's economy slows in April as trade war blues hit retail sales

China’s economy showed signs of slowing in April as President Donald Trump's trade war took a toll, with retail sales, property and investment coming in weaker than economists had forecast.

19/05/2025

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China’s first Corgi police dog causes stir after snatching sausage

While Fuzai has participated in major events like the Weifang International Kite Festival and gained over 400,000 followers online, his career has been marked by playful mishaps.

12/05/2025

Economy

China's exports to the US sink but beat forecasts as tariffs bite

The data, which arrives just ahead of tariff talks between Washington and Beijing, shows a diversion of Chinese goods away from the United States.

09/05/2025

Economy

China launches measures to boost economy while planning US trade talks

At the moment, US tariffs against China are up to 145%, whereas China has imposed levies of up to 125% on imports from the US.

07/05/2025