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Xiaomi Seeks Incentives Amidst India's Clampdown on Chinese Firms
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German Chemical Giant BASF to Exit Xinjiang Ventures Amid Human Rights Abuse Allegations
"BASF, the German chemical conglomerate, announced its decision to divest from two joint ventures in Xinjiang, China, amidst rising concerns over alleged human rights abuses linked to its local partner, Xinjiang Markor Chemical Industry Co. -
Hackers From China, Iran and Russia Use ChatGPT to Boost Cyberattacks, Microsoft and OpenAI Warn
"Microsoft and OpenAI have disclosed how nation-state-backed hacking groups from Russia, North Korea, Iran, and China are harnessing the power of advanced AI tools, such as ChatGPT, to fortify their cyber-attack strategies.
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U.S. Accuses China of Concealed 2020 Nuclear Test Using ‘Decoupling’ as Arms-Control Guardrails Expire
The United States has accused China of secretly conducting a nuclear explosive test at the Lop Nur site in June 2020, alleging Beijing used a technique known as "decoupling" to muffle seismic signals, a charge China has rejected as "completely groundless" amid mounting tensions over the collapse of global arms-control agreements. 
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China Adds Gold for 15th Straight Month as Beijing Accelerates Shift Away From Dollar Assets
China extended its steady accumulation of gold for a 15th consecutive month in January, underscoring Beijing's long-running effort to diversify its official reserves as global financial and geopolitical uncertainty intensifies. 
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Starmer, Xi Seek Deeper UK-China Partnership as Trump Tariffs Disrupt Global Order
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed to pursue closer UK-China cooperation during an extended meeting in Beijing, as shifting U.S. trade and foreign policies under President Donald Trump push allies to reassess global partnerships. 
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China's Top General Zhang Youxia Accused of Selling Nuclear Secrets
China's leadership has been shaken by allegations against one of its most senior military figures, as internal briefings disclosed that Gen. Zhang Youxia, a former vice chairman of the Central Military Commission and a long-time ally of President Xi Jinping, is under investigation for corruption and for allegedly leaking sensitive information related to China's nuclear weapons program. 
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China Meets 5% Growth Target on Export Surge but Property Crash and Weak Consumption Persist
China's economy expanded 5.0% in 2025, meeting Beijing's official growth target by leaning heavily on exports and capturing a record share of global goods demand, even as weak household spending and a deep property downturn continued to chill the domestic economy. The strategy helped cushion the impact of U.S. tariffs under President Donald Trump, but economists warn it is becoming increasingly difficult to sustain. 
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China Weighs Caps on Nvidia H200 Imports as Beijing Seeks to Steer AI Growth Toward Domestic Chips
China is preparing to impose new limits on the purchase of advanced artificial-intelligence chips from overseas suppliers, a move that could reshape demand for products from NVIDIA and redefine how Chinese technology firms access cutting-edge computing power. The discussions follow Washington's recent decision to allow sales of Nvidia's H200 AI processors to China, reopening a supply channel that Beijing now appears intent on tightly managing. 
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China’s Trade Surplus Hits $1.2 Trillion as U.S. Shipments Fall 20% Under Trump Tariffs
China closed 2025 with a record trade surplus of nearly $1.2 trillion, powered by stronger-than-expected exports to non-U.S. markets even as shipments to the United States plunged under renewed tariff pressure from United States President Donald Trump. -
China Cuts Rare Earth Exports to Japan After Taiwan Remarks, Escalating Supply-Chain Tensions
China has imposed sweeping export restrictions on rare earth elements and other sensitive technologies destined for Japan, escalating a diplomatic dispute over Taiwan into a supply-chain confrontation with potential global repercussions. The move, announced by China's Ministry of Commerce, takes effect immediately and targets goods that could be used for military purposes, sharply raising pressure on Tokyo amid already strained relations. 
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China Launches Live-Fire Drills Around Taiwan as $11.1 Billion U.S. Arms Deal Fuels Regional Tensions
China has launched large-scale live-fire military exercises encircling Taiwan, deploying warships, aircraft and missile forces in a show of force that Beijing says is aimed at deterring separatism and foreign interference. The drills, known as "Justice Mission 2025," come days after the United States approved an $11.1 billion arms package for Taipei and have intensified concerns among regional governments about the risk of escalation in the Taiwan Strait. 
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China Imposes Up to 42.7% Tariffs on EU Dairy, Escalating Trade Clash Over EVs
China said it will impose tariffs of up to 42.7% on dairy products imported from the European Union, escalating a trade dispute that has widened since Brussels moved to penalize Chinese electric vehicle exports last year. The duties, announced Monday by China's Ministry of Commerce, are scheduled to take effect on Dec. 23 and apply to a broad range of European milk and cheese products, including protected-origin varieties such as Roquefort and gorgonzola. 
