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Apr 07 2026ENVIRONMENT

China Steps Up Energy Push While Middle East Tensions Rise

China’s leader Xi Jinping wants the country to build a stronger energy system fast. The push comes as conflicts in the Middle East shake up global fuel supplies. China isn’t talking much about the war itself but wants to make sure its power stays steady no matter what happens abroad. Xi didn’t ment

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Apr 06 2026FINANCE

Banking Gets a Blockchain Boost to Help Small Firms

China’s top tax and finance bodies pushed banks to use blockchain and privacy‑focused computing on Monday, aiming to make the “bank‑tax interaction” smoother and give small businesses more loan options. The State Administration of Taxation and the National Financial Regulatory Administration issued

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Apr 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

China builds world’s fastest wind tunnel with explosive power

China opened a new kind of wind tunnel in 2023 that runs faster than any other on record. Called JF-22, it stretches 167 meters long with a four-meter wide test section. Instead of giant fans, it uses chemical explosions to whip air to Mach 30 speeds—nearly 23, 000 mph—faster than a space shuttle co

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Apr 01 2026CRIME

Chinese Action Stops Big Cambodian Scam Network

China has taken a major step against an international money‑laundering ring that operated out of Cambodia. The chief, Li Xiong, a Chinese national who once led Huione Group, was seized in Phnom Penh and sent back to China. Authorities say he helped hide illegal profits and ran casinos, among other s

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Mar 31 2026FINANCE

Central Bank Keeps Money Policy Easy as China Faces Market Shifts

China’s main bank said it will keep its money policy relaxed to help the economy, even though outside forces are tightening. The decision was made during a meeting that looked at how China’s growth is doing in the first part of the year. The economy seems steady overall, but it still struggles with

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Mar 26 2026POLITICS

China Calls for Calm in Middle East Conflict

China has asked all parties involved in the current fighting between Iran and other forces to open the door for honest and meaningful talks that could bring peace. The statement came from a spokesperson for the Chinese foreign ministry, who said it is urgent to push for dialogue and use any chanc

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Mar 15 2026POLITICS

China Steps In: Let's Talk, Not Fight

China's foreign minister, Wang Yi, had a chat with his Afghan counterpart, Amir Khan Muttaqi, over the phone. He suggested that Afghanistan and Pakistan should sort out their issues by talking, not fighting. Wang advised both sides to stay calm and meet face-to-face soon to stop the fighting and tal

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Mar 11 2026BUSINESS

Young China’s Economy: Hope or Hurdle?

China hit a 5 % growth target in 2025, but the headline numbers hide deeper worries. A housing slump and trade friction with the United States add to a problem that may be harder to solve: young people’s faith in their future. Many millennials and Gen Zers are trading down on everything—from fash

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Mar 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

China’s Tech Push to Beat U. S. Rivalry

China is turning its focus toward cutting‑edge science to stay ahead of the United States. The country’s leader has set a five‑year plan that pushes investment into fields such as artificial intelligence, quantum chips, new energy sources and next‑generation communications. These areas are see

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

China’s Quiet Stance in the Iran Conflict

China held back for hours after U. S. and Israel struck Iran, then voiced concern and urged a pause in fighting. The next day its foreign minister called the attacks “unacceptable” and pushed for more dialogue. China has a pattern of condemning force while staying out of direct action. It kee

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