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Northern China prepares for severe rainfall as Typhoon Bavi approaches

Authorities across northern China have intensified preparations for heavy rainfall and potential flooding as Typhoon Bavi moves closer to the country, bringing large amounts of moisture toward regions far from its expected landfall area. Local governments have closed public attractions, adjusted reservoir......

German automakers suffer steep China sales decline as local rivals gain momentum

German automotive manufacturers experienced another difficult quarter in China, with Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz and BMW reporting significant declines in vehicle sales as competition from domestic brands intensified in the world's largest automobile market. The latest figures highlight the mounting......

Shein receives China approval for Hong Kong IPO after failed New York and London plans

Chinese online fast-fashion giant Shein has received approval from Chinese regulators to proceed with a long-awaited initial public offering (IPO) in Hong Kong, marking a major step toward a potential stock market debut after previous attempts in other financial centres failed. The China Securities......

Floods trigger mass zoo animal escape in southern China after Typhoon Maysak

Severe flooding triggered by Typhoon Maysak has forced the escape of around 100 animals from a zoo in southern China after rising waters damaged several enclosures, prompting authorities to urge residents to remain vigilant while recovery efforts continue. The incident occurred at Guigang Zoo in the......

Taiwan hosts foreign lawmakers on Coast Guard patrol amid maritime tensions with China

Taiwan has invited a delegation of foreign lawmakers aboard a Coast Guard patrol vessel near its frontline islands, signaling its determination to challenge Beijing's growing maritime presence and reinforce international support for its claims in surrounding waters. The patrol, conducted on Thursday......

Apple supplier Luxshare raises $3.1 billion in Hong Kong listing despite debut share decline

Chinese electronics manufacturer Luxshare, a key supplier to Apple, raised approximately $3.1 billion in its Hong Kong initial public offering (IPO) on Thursday, despite its shares falling around 3% during their market debut. The listing represents the largest IPO in Hong Kong so far this year, underscoring......

Severe floods force evacuation of 130,000 people in southern China after Typhoon Maysak

Emergency authorities in southern China have evacuated at least 130,000 people as rescue operations continue following severe flooding triggered by Typhoon Maysak, which has claimed at least 17 lives nationwide and left several people missing. The Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region has been among the......

Taiwan warns China's growing pressure could reshape status quo in Taiwan Strait

A senior Taiwanese official has warned that China's steadily increasing military and maritime pressure could gradually alter the strategic balance in the Taiwan Strait, cautioning that the international community may not fully recognise the shift until it has already taken place. Speaking at a forum......

Beijing considers tighter controls on overseas access to China’s leading AI models

Chinese authorities are exploring new measures that could limit foreign access to the country’s most advanced artificial intelligence models, as Beijing moves to strengthen control over a technology sector increasingly viewed as strategically vital. Officials have held discussions with major technology......