Analyst says US anti-China EV protectionism is hurting Detroit’s electric vehicle plans
An analyst says US tariffs and an uncertain EV policy could weaken long-term investment and complicate Detroit’s electric vehicle transition.
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China’s R&D spending crosses 3.9 trillion yuan, rises 8.2% in 2025
China’s R&D investment rose 8.2% to 3.9 trillion yuan in 2025, while US research funding faced further cuts.
EU Leaders Back Potential Trade “Kill Switch” Amid Record China Deficit
EU leaders support developing a trade tool that could restrict Chinese goods as low-cost imports drive the bilateral trade deficit to a record.
SCMP Releases Third Factsheet on Hong Kong’s Five-Year Plan
Part III of SCMP's factsheet series explores Hong Kong's first five-year plan and 2026 policy address ahead of its October 20 print release.
Australia returns 500-year-old Ming Buddha to China, but its arrival remains mystery
A 500-year-old Ming dynasty bronze Buddha found buried beside an Australian roadside has been returned to China for evaluation and museum display.
China Links Visa Approval To Direct Outcome Of Trump-Xi Summit
Beijing says Visa’s approval to prepare a local bank card clearing institution was a direct outcome of the Trump-Xi summit.
India’s Electronics Manufacturing Growth Still Relies on Chinese Components
India is making more electronics at home, but Chinese components, machinery and expertise remain vital to its growing manufacturing industry.
EU to intensify China trade crackdown after hybrid car deal
The EU plans tougher action against Chinese trade practices while continuing dialogue after a hybrid-car agreement with Beijing.
Ancient Chinese Parents Named Babies ‘Dog’ and ‘Pig’ to Protect Them
Ancient Chinese parents gave babies humble nicknames like Dog and Pig, believing unflattering names could protect them from illness and bad luck.
Susan Thornton Says Trump-Xi Summits Are Only Guardrail in US-China Ties
Former diplomat Susan Thornton says leader-level meetings remain the key safeguard for communication and stability in US-China relations.
US Stocks Suffer Worst Day Since July as Inflation Hits 3.7%
US stocks fell sharply after inflation rose to 3.7%, above forecasts, lifting expectations of another Federal Reserve interest-rate hike.
China’s Comac forecast to secure 5% of global passenger fleet by 2045
China’s Comac is forecast to hold 5% of the global passenger fleet by 2045, while Airbus and Boeing retain market dominance.
Marco Rubio to visit Mumbai, Jamnagar to advance India-US energy ties
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Mumbai and Jamnagar from October 17 to 22 for energy cooperation, strategic talks and investment.
Peru promotes $844 million Corio port as US, Chinese, Indian firms show interest
Peru is promoting the $844 million Corio deep-water port in Arequipa after investors from China, the US, India and other countries showed interest.
Sri Lanka beat Pakistan by eight wickets, Kusal Mendis hits unbeaten 87
Sri Lanka beat Pakistan by eight wickets in the third T20I as Kusal Mendis hit an unbeaten 87, ending Pakistan's series win at 2-1.
Trump Eases Russian Diesel Sanctions, Potentially Giving India Leverage: Analysts
Eased US sanctions on Russian diesel exports could give India leverage in talks with Washington over discounted Russian crude purchases.