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Railway projects between China and its Asian neighbours indicate a greater willingness for deeper bilateral ties and overall connectivity. Photo: AFP
China trade

China lays track for stronger regional relations through railway lines

China’s neighbours in Southeast and Central Asia have begun construction or made agreements on cross-border railway projects, bolstering bilateral ties.

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China's economic recovery

With tech start-ups buzzing, why are many young Chinese reluctant to dive in?

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China trade

Eying world-class aviation hubs, China puts jet thrusters on customs clearances

China airliners

Vietnam boosts China’s aviation ambitions with C909 deal move

Hanoi is reportedly paving the way to approve the country’s first deal to lease Chinese-made civilian aircraft.

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The C909 is the smallest narrowbody jet produced by Chinese aviation company Comac. Photo: EPA-EFE
The C909 is the smallest narrowbody jet produced by Chinese aviation company Comac. Photo: EPA-EFE
China trade

After 43 years building a better cow, China signs first export deal with Laos

China’s proprietary Huaxi cattle, the culmination of meticulous breeding to produce optimal growth and high-quality meat, is entering the global value chain.

Banking & finance

China’s F&B sector faces challenges amid slowing consumer spending

Analysts warn that targeted measures are needed to revive the industry, as companies like Nayuki and Xiabu Xiabu report losses and closures.

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Banking & finance

China’s central bank to create ‘more tools’ to shore up economy

The bank also pledged to cut interest rates and keep the yuan stable amid an uncertain global outlook.

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Pan Gongsheng, governor of the People’s Bank of China, speaks during a press conference in March. Photo: AFP
Pan Gongsheng, governor of the People’s Bank of China, speaks during a press conference in March. Photo: AFP
China's economic recovery

Is China’s ‘death tax’ at the door? Lawmakers have wealth redistribution in mind

Unlike many Western countries, China does not have estate and gift taxes, but that could change as a controversial motion is considered.

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Made in China 2025

China’s latest satellite launch is a milestone for its commercial space sector

The mission is a step forward for China’s push to develop a commercial space industry – and rival Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet service.

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Bonds

China bonds’ biggest bull run in a decade stumbles as stocks take over

The bond market’s mood will be tested on Friday, when the Ministry of Finance is scheduled to auction 167 billion yuan of two-year government bonds.

A bronze bull inside a shopping centre in Beijing on February 20, 2025. Photo: EPA-EFE
Diplomacy

Video | China vows to retaliate as US steel tariffs take effect

The new move threatens to drive up prices on a broad range of consumer and industrial goods.

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China vows to retaliate as US steel tariffs take effect
China vows to retaliate as US steel tariffs take effect
China's economic recovery

‘Work quickly’: China’s Premier Li puts government officials on notice

After ‘two sessions’, State Council passes work plan that clarifies division of tasks among departments, emphasising interdepartmental coordination.

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Electric & new energy vehicles

Tesla pins hope on refreshed Model Y to revive faltering sales in China

Orders for the revamped model, which starts from US$36,292 have crossed 200,000 units, according to Chinese tech site 36kr.

China jobs

Job market bias against over-35s targeted by Chinese lawmakers

With millions of university graduates entering the labour force each year, many companies prefer younger, lower-paid employees.

A job-seeker fills in her personal information during a job fair in Qingzhou, Shandong province, last month. Photo: Xinhua
China food security

China develops new high-protein corn to replace foreign soybeans

The new varieties could be used as a substitute for soybeans in animal feed, reducing China’s grain imports by millions of tonnes.

Chinese scientists have developed new high-protein corn varieties that could be used to replace imported soybeans as ingredients in animal feed. Photo: AFP
Chinese scientists have developed new high-protein corn varieties that could be used to replace imported soybeans as ingredients in animal feed. Photo: AFP
Made in China 2025

China will lead the world in smart manufacturing by 2030, report says

The ‘Made in China 2025’ project has put China on course to overtake the West in hi-tech manufacturing, according to the report.

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US-China trade war

Should US be pinning its economic hopes on a deal with China?

With talk of a possible visit to China by US President Donald Trump, could a bilateral deal help mitigate America’s economic woes?

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Alibaba

Alibaba’s Joe Tsai: Xi’s entrepreneur meeting boosts business confidence

Beijing’s positive signal has solidified the tech giant’s commitment to investing in AI, Alibaba chairman Joe Tsai says.

Alibaba Group Holding chairman Joe Tsai speaks at an event at Singapore’s Changi Airport on Wednesday. Photo: Handout
Alibaba Group Holding chairman Joe Tsai speaks at an event at Singapore’s Changi Airport on Wednesday. Photo: Handout
US-China trade war

China summons Walmart executives for talks in wake of Trump tariffs

Officials met representatives of the US retailer to discuss its treatment of Chinese suppliers following the imposition of import duties.

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US-China relations

‘A geopolitical move’: Trump’s big bet on crypto raises questions for China

China has kept unregulated digital currencies at arm’s length, but the US is going all-in on crypto. Will this big bet give the US dollar new life?

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China-Russia relations

‘Big impact’: Russian goods seizures cause havoc on China-Europe rail link

Freight companies ‘dare not’ use the railway after Russia tightened sanctions and impounded huge volumes of Europe-bound cargo.

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The China-Europe Railway Express has been disrupted by a wave of Russian goods seizures since October, causing many companies to lose confidence in the service. Photo: Xinhua
Electric & new energy vehicles

China’s new energy vehicle sector faces ‘elimination contest’ amid crackdown

More than three-quarters of China’s electric car brands may disappear as Beijing vows to stamp out excessive competition.

Electric cars are lined up ready to be exported at a port in eastern China. The industry is one of several in China affected by a vicious price war and excessive competition. Photo: Xinhua
Electric cars are lined up ready to be exported at a port in eastern China. The industry is one of several in China affected by a vicious price war and excessive competition. Photo: Xinhua
China’s private sector

What’s the next step for China’s proposed private sector promotion law?

The proposed law, not passed at this year’s legislative session, is seen as an indicator of Beijing’s commitment to improving the business environment.

China-EU relations

‘Open source’ model: why France wants to work closely with China on AI

Paris aims to cooperate with both Beijing and Washington as it seeks to develop into an ‘AI powerhouse’.

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Two Sessions 2025

Why China’s energy supply is ‘secure’ amid Trump’s ‘drill, baby, drill’ push

China has taken necessary steps to ensure ‘we are not dependent on any single nation or route’ for energy needs, top legislature deputy says.

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In response to fresh tariffs introduced by the US, China imposed retaliatory tariffs of 10 to 15 per cent last month on products such as coal, crude oil and light natural gas from the US. Photo: AFP
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China manufacturing, AI pose an ‘existential threat’ to US in robotics sector

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The United States and China are locked in competition for dominance in the robotics industry. Photo: Shutterstock

China Economy

Vietnam boosts China’s aviation ambitions with C909 deal move

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The C909 is the smallest narrowbody jet produced by Chinese aviation company Comac. Photo: EPA-EFE

Tech Trends

Venture capital funds flock to China’s Zhejiang province amid hi-tech push

A bird’s-eye view of Hangzhou, capital of eastern Zhejiang province. Photo: Shutterstock

Tech War

Nvidia challenger Biren secures fresh funding from state-backed investor

Biren Technology chips are seen as challengers to Nvidia in China. Photo: Handout

China Business

Tesla plans cheaper model to put brakes on China sales slide

People check out a Tesla electric car at the company’s delivery centre in Beijing on February 27, 2025. Photo: AFP
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