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Business & Economy · ChinaDeepSeek nears $12 billion funding round
Chinese AI company DeepSeek is nearing the close of a significant funding round, aiming to secure at least 80 billion yuan ($11.93 billion). Major investors like Tencent Holdings and Contemporary Amperex Technology are reportedly committing substantial amounts. The round, which exceeded initial targets, is seen as a step towards a potential 2027 IPO.
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Conflict & Security · ChinaChina building runway on Antelope Reef, satellite images show
Satellite images show significant progress on a runway construction project by China on Antelope Reef in the Paracels. Analysts estimate the runway could be operational by mid-2027, potentially enhancing China's military reach in the South China Sea.
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Business & Economy · ChinaStarbucks opens Xinjiang stores amid criticism from US lawmaker
Starbucks has opened its first two stores in Urumqi, the capital of China's Xinjiang region. The move has drawn criticism from a US lawmaker who called the decision 'morally bankrupt' and urged the company to close the stores.
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Volvo Cars withdraws 2026 forecast amid market challenges
Volvo Cars announced on 2 October 2026 that it will not meet its full-year volume and cash-flow targets for 2026. The company cited worsening market conditions in China and a slower-than-expected recovery in the United States as the primary reasons for this revision.
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US officials: Chinese invasion of Taiwan unlikely before 2028
US officials now believe a Chinese invasion of Taiwan before 2028 is increasingly unlikely. Delays in military readiness due to anti-corruption purges and the outcome of Taiwan's 2028 elections are cited as key factors influencing this revised timeline.
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Politics · United StatesSenate bill to ban Chinese-owned car companies stalls until after elections
A bipartisan bill in the US Senate that would ban companies with significant Chinese ownership from selling vehicles in the United States has stalled. Lawmakers indicated the bill would not be approved until after the November midterm elections.
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Politics · ChinaTrump says he discussed political prisoners with China's Xi
Donald Trump stated he raised the issue of political prisoners with Chinese President Xi Jinping during their recent meeting. He specifically mentioned the cases of Jimmy Lai and Min Zin when questioned by reporters.
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Politics · ChinaXi Jinping calls for confidence to achieve national rejuvenation
President Xi Jinping urged the nation to move forward with confidence and take solid steps towards national rejuvenation. He highlighted the country's economic resilience despite pressure and reiterated commitments to Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan.
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Media · ChinaChina grants singer exemption for unapproved concert song
Singer Na Ying performed an unapproved song at a concert in Chengdu, China, in memory of a recently deceased friend. Authorities granted her an exemption, stating the brief rendition did not require prior approval, despite strict censorship rules.
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Politics · ChinaChina accuses Taiwan of desecrating WWII martyrs after criticism of Beijing's history
On 30 September 2026 China’s government accused Taiwan of desecrating the martyrs by criticising Beijing’s World War Two interpretation. The Taiwan Affairs Office said the Democratic Progressive Party was trying to undermine the official account, and spokeswoman Zhang Han called the move a betrayal of history.
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Politics · ChinaXi Jinping May Facilitate Trump-Putin Meeting at China APEC Summit
Russian Assistant President Yuri Ushakov suggested Chinese President Xi Jinping might initiate a trilateral meeting with Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump at the upcoming APEC summit in China. Preparations for a Putin-Trump meeting have not yet begun, according to Ushakov.
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Kremlin wants arms control talks with US, says China unlikely to join
The Kremlin has stated that arms control talks between Russia and the United States are long overdue and require detailed, expert-level negotiation. Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov commented on a proposal for trilateral talks involving China, indicating Russia believes Beijing will not participate.
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Science & Tech · ChinaTwo Pakistani pilots train for China's Tiangong space station mission
Two Pakistani pilots are undergoing intensive training in China for a potential mission to the Tiangong space station. The selection of one astronaut is expected in late 2026, marking a significant step in Pakistan's space exploration efforts and broader cooperation with Beijing.
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Conflict & Security · ChinaChina claims successful satellite refuelling in orbit
Chinese researchers claim to have refuelled a BeiDou satellite in high Earth orbit, a manoeuvre that could extend the lifespan of spacecraft and has potential military applications. US tracking data has cast doubt on the reported operation.
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Politics · United StatesTed Cruz links China, effective altruism to AI policy debate
Senator Ted Cruz has stated that the race for artificial intelligence dominance with China is the most critical economic issue facing the US. He alleges that China is conducting propaganda campaigns and that a movement known as 'effective altruism' is influencing US AI policy and data center decisions.
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Chinese Vice‑President Han Zheng calls for respect of Gulf sovereignty and end to Cuba blockade at UN
At the United Nations General Assembly on 26 September 2026, China’s Vice‑President Han Zheng said Gulf states’ sovereignty must be respected and demanded an immediate end to threats of force against Cuba and the lifting of its blockade. He did not mention the United States by name.
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Politics · ChinaTrump says 'great things' after meeting China's Xi
Donald Trump met with Chinese President Xi Jinping, describing the encounter as 'very productive' and predicting that 'great things will happen'. The discussions reportedly touched on artificial intelligence, though specific outcomes were not detailed.
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Politics · United StatesUS Senators Push for Permanent Chinese Vehicle Ban During Xi Visit
US senators are working to fast-track legislation for a permanent ban on Chinese vehicles this week. This effort coincides with Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Washington, with reports citing a document as the basis for the legislative push.
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Science & Tech · ChinaLian Yunzhi, 6, sets Rubik's Cube world record average
Six-year-old Lian Yunzhi has set a new women's world record for solving the 3x3x3 Rubik's Cube. She achieved an average time of 4.27 seconds, breaking her own record twice within three days at competitions certified by the World Cube Association in China.
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Politics · ChinaElon Musk calls Xi Jinping a 'great leader' in China interview
Elon Musk described Chinese President Xi Jinping as a "great leader" in an interview with state television CCTV. He also stated that China has prospered immensely under Xi's leadership and praised Tesla's Shanghai factory and its team. Musk is expected to attend a White House dinner honouring Xi.
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