Keywords: China


US-China Robot Race Intensifies as Washington Tightens Restrictions on Advanced Robotics

As artificial intelligence reshapes global industries, advanced robotics has emerged as one of the most strategic areas of competition between the United States and China. Once primarily designed for industrial automation, modern robots are now capable of autonomous movement, environmental awareness,......

Xiaomi Expands Its Electric Vehicle Portfolio with the New SkyNomad Family SUV

Xiaomi has taken another major step into the electric vehicle industry with the introduction of its new SkyNomad SUV lineup, a family-oriented model designed to strengthen the company's presence in China's highly competitive automotive market. The launch reflects Xiaomi's broader ambition......

UK High Court upholds approval for China's new London embassy

Britain's High Court has ruled that the government's decision to authorize China's planned embassy complex in London was legally sound, dismissing a challenge brought by a group of local residents opposed to the project. The judgment clears a significant legal hurdle for Beijing's proposal......

China’s Communist Party schedules October leadership meeting to strengthen internal governance

China's ruling Communist Party has confirmed that its senior leadership will gather in Beijing this October for a key policy meeting focused on reinforcing internal governance, signaling that party discipline and organizational control remain central priorities under President Xi Jinping. The announcement......

Ferrari reaches 2026 sales goal for Luce EV just two months after launch

Ferrari has reportedly achieved its full-year 2026 sales target for the Luce, the company's first fully electric vehicle, only two months after its market debut. According to the Financial Times, demand has been particularly strong in China, enabling Ferrari to reach its planned annual sales volume......

Trump administration restricts foreign-made robots and power inverters over China security concerns

The Trump administration has introduced new restrictions on certain advanced foreign-made robots and power inverters used in solar energy systems, citing concerns over cybersecurity, espionage and potential threats to critical infrastructure, according to reports by Politico. The measures were announced......

Iran reportedly set to receive Chinese-made air defense systems within weeks

Iran is reportedly preparing to receive its first shipment of Chinese-made shoulder-launched air defense systems within the coming weeks, according to sources cited by Reuters, in what could represent a significant effort by Tehran to strengthen its short-range air defense capabilities. The reported......

Mercedes-Benz improves profitability despite weaker global sales

Mercedes-Benz delivered mixed financial results in the second quarter of 2026, with stronger operating profitability offsetting a decline in revenue and weaker global vehicle sales. The German automaker benefited from solid performances in its financial services and commercial vehicle divisions, but......

EU imposes anti-dumping duties on Chinese chemical and nylon imports

The European Union has introduced new anti-dumping measures targeting several products imported from China, as trade tensions between Brussels and Beijing continue to intensify. The European Commission announced temporary additional duties on Chinese imports of sodium benzoate and benzyl alcohol, two......