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China bans exports of military-related goods to Japan as dispute intensifies
Shipments of select goods to entities associated with the Japanese military have been restricted in latest round of extended feud.
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US-Venezuela conflict
Not just oil: is Trump’s Venezuela takeover also about critical minerals?
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US-Venezuela conflict
What assets does China have in Venezuela, and what may happen with Maduro gone?
6 Jan 2026 - 12:59AM
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US-Venezuela conflict
Who wins – and who loses – if the US seizes control of Venezuela’s oil?
Impact on China may be limited thanks to diversified import markets – but Canada, Russia, Saudi Arabia and the EU could face setbacks.
5 Jan 2026 - 9:30PM
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El Palito refinery of the Venezuelan state oil company PDVSA is pictured, in Puerto Cabello, Venezuela, on February 10, 2024. Photo: Reuters
US-Venezuela conflict
After Venezuela takeover, Chinese investors brace for era of regional anxiety
Washington’s moves to assert dominance in the western hemisphere could see tighter restrictions to curb Beijing’s growing footprint.
5 Jan 2026 - 5:12PM
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Banking & finance
US dollar, gold rise after Maduro seizure as investors seek safe havens
Yuan also remains relatively resilient as analysts predict the Chinese currency could strengthen to as high as 6.8 against the US dollar in 2026.
5 Jan 2026 - 5:03PM
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US-China relations
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‘Embrace the moment’: on China, Daniel Kritenbrink puts pragmatism first
Former US ambassador to Vietnam says a return to the past for US-China relations is unrealistic, but both economic powers benefit from ties.
5 Jan 2026 - 9:11AM
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China energy security
Maduro capture: is the US trying to grab control of the global oil market?
Removal of Venezuelan leader could be part of US effort to regain global pricing power as petrodollar system comes under strain: analysts.
4 Jan 2026 - 9:42PM
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United States
Suspicious bets on Maduro’s removal raise eyebrows as user nets over US$400,000
User set up account on online prediction platform eight days ago and made series of wagers predicting US action against Venezuela.
4 Jan 2026 - 8:30PM
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China consumption
Travellers hoof it in China as horseback tourism makes strides
As Year of the Horse approaches, tourism operators are saddling up to capture enthusiasm for equestrian activity.
3 Jan 2026 - 9:00PM
China trade
China’s diplomatic divide: red carpet for Seoul, cold shoulder for Tokyo firms
While Tokyo’s corporate leaders stay home amid fallout from prime minister’s remarks on Taiwan, Beijing prepares to welcome South Korean president and top executives.
2 Jan 2026 - 9:00PM
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A meeting between President Xi Jinping and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung is expected in the coming days. Photo: Shutterstock
China consumption
China’s box office up 22% in 2025 to US$7.4 billion, led by smash hit Ne Zha 2
World’s second-largest movie market sees domestic films capture nearly 80 per cent of sales, while Disney’s Zootopia sequel sets new high for imported titles.
2 Jan 2026 - 5:30PM
China trade
How the ‘world’s supermarket’ rode out Trump’s tariffs – and grew even stronger
Yiwu, one of China’s biggest export hubs, was expected to take a hit from US tariffs. Instead, it has seen trade surge.
1 Jan 2026 - 10:39PM
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China trade
China’s January 1 silver curbs to deepen global crunch amid volatility: analysts
Beijing’s new export-licensing system seen squeezing foreign buyers, pushing price towards US$100 an ounce; Elon Musk joins warning chorus.
1 Jan 2026 - 1:34AM
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China trade
China imposes beef-import quota, adds over-quota tariffs to guard local industry
From Thursday, over-quota imports from Brazil, Australia, US and other trade partners face new duties to help local producers recover amid price declines.
31 Dec 2025 - 9:00PM
Handlers move cattle at a livestock market in Canuelas, Argentina, in October. China is kicking off 2026 with additional tariffs on beef imports exceeding specific quotas for major trading partners. Photo: AP
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Nexperia, Wingtech set for fresh face-off in January with US$8 billion at stake
Dutch chipmaker’s Chinese owner warns of multi-track legal action, seeking full control of the firm and damages for improper seizure amid supply-chain tensions.
31 Dec 2025 - 8:00PM
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China-EU relations
Airbus scores major win in China with orders for 148 A320 aircraft
The flurry of orders, worth billions of US dollars, marks a big victory for the European aviation firm over US rival Boeing in a key market.
31 Dec 2025 - 9:46PM
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Banking & finance
How China is upgrading its digital yuan for the stablecoin era
Beijing is upgrading its digital currency in response to the rise of stablecoins, but the goal is to create a fundamentally different system.
31 Dec 2025 - 11:10AM
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A booth promotes the digital yuan at an expo in Beijing. China is upgrading its digital currency as it aims to create an alternative to stablecoins and cryptocurrencies. Photo: AP
US-China tech war
China’s lagging basic research calls for core tech pivot, economic adviser urges
Wang Yiming says Beijing must innovate from the ground up to create deterrents against foreign supply cuts, citing missed R&D spending target.
30 Dec 2025 - 3:12PM
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China trade
China has logged a US$1 trillion trade surplus. Where is all that money going?
Trade surplus growth has not been matched in foreign exchange reserves – a gap analysts said can be explained by private sector outflows.
29 Dec 2025 - 9:00PM
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China consumption
Wild goose chase? France works to rouse China’s appetite for foie gras imports
French producers hope their famed pate can win a slice of China’s market, but price sensitivities and domestic competition could mean their goose is cooked.
27 Dec 2025 - 6:09AM
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China's economic recovery
China broadens foreign investment list in renewed pitch for overseas capital
The catalogue, which lists the sectors carrying policy incentives for overseas investors, has hundreds of new entries, many in advanced manufacturing.
25 Dec 2025 - 7:00PM
China’s revised catalogue of encouraged industries has added many sectors, including medical equipment. Photo: CFOTO/Future Publishing via Getty Images
Consumers
From Shein to Labubu, French shoppers are buying Chinese for Christmas
This year’s wave of popularity for Chinese brands has not waned in France’s capital, with Shein’s store packed and Labubu dolls dotting trees.
25 Dec 2025 - 5:00PM
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Electric & new energy vehicles
Chinese SUV maker Jetour pushes localised offerings to hasten go-global drive
Jetour is already present in more than 100 countries and regions after seven years in operation.
25 Dec 2025 - 3:00PM
Yuan
China’s offshore yuan breaks major benchmark as appreciation momentum builds
For the first time since 2024, the currency strengthened past the threshold of seven per US dollar – and did it again the next day.
29 Dec 2025 - 12:25PM
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