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A woman poses next to humanoid robots at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai on Saturday. More than 400 such models have been developed in China, according to official data. Photo: AFP

China Economy

‘Made in China’ increasingly a symbol for hi-tech and high value

Led by robots and EVs, the country’s move up the industrial value chain is gaining momentum, June’s industrial export figures show.

China’s June Gulf crude imports plunge amid slump in demand, higher prices

France, Germany put up united front against China’s economic ‘challenges’

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China Economy

What will China’s phasing out of its EV battery tax break mean for the industry?

Beijing is attempting to curb overcapacity and intense domestic price wars by ending a decade-long levy exemption on batteries.

Cars produced by Chinese automakers BYD and MG at the Lianyungang port in China’s eastern Jiangsu province on July 1. Photo: AFP
Cars produced by Chinese automakers BYD and MG at the Lianyungang port in China’s eastern Jiangsu province on July 1. Photo: AFP

China Economy

China’s half-year growth

Second-quarter GDP grew by a slower-than-expected 4.3 per cent, weighed down by the US-Israeli war on Iran, weak domestic consumption and a prolonged property slump.

China Economy

EU test pilots find ‘no major hardware risks’ with China’s C919 jet: sources

European pilots are now wrapping up their long flight testing process for the C919, but it is still unclear when the jet might be certified, sources say.

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Business

How Musk son’s viral bag highlights rise of China’s thriving heritage e-commerce

China’s intangible heritage crafts have evolved from handmade nostalgia into a surging online industry driven by young artisans and buyers.

Elon Musk and son Little X visited Beijing in May. Photo: Reuters
Elon Musk and son Little X visited Beijing in May. Photo: Reuters

China Economy

China’s C919 passenger jets to enter service on first international route

Air China’s daily flights to and from Mongolia mark an important milestone for the country’s efforts to end reliance on Western-built planes.

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China Economy

China did not qualify for the World Cup. It may have won in economic terms

While its men’s team has not competed since 2002, this year’s tournament has generated significant profit for many Chinese firms.

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China Economy

China’s state agencies are hiring retirees as the workforce rapidly ages

Universities, hospitals and government departments are actively recruiting retired former workers to cope with rapid demographic changes.

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Chinese government departments are increasingly hiring retirees as society ages rapidly. Photo: EPA-EFE

China Economy

The Haaland effect? Chinese tourists flock to Norway amid World Cup ad blitz

The hulking striker has become a huge star in China during the World Cup, helping his homeland attract a growing wave of tourists.

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Norwegian football star Erling Haaland has become the face of a major advertising campaign for the Chinese herbal drink brand Walovi during the World Cup. Photo: Captured from Instagram
Norwegian football star Erling Haaland has become the face of a major advertising campaign for the Chinese herbal drink brand Walovi during the World Cup. Photo: Captured from Instagram

Business

Under pressure: China’s yoga apparel market slows as consumers diversify hobbies

Growth has slowed in the market for yoga workout gear as Chinese consumers pivot to other brands and activities.

China Economy

Europe’s carmakers plan a comeback – powered by EU policies and Chinese tech

New regulations will help EU produce electric vehicles at a price point to match China, but European job losses would be among trade-offs.

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China Economy

Chinese shipbuilders snap up more supertanker orders amid Iran war turmoil

Industry data shows China’s shipyards secured 82 per cent of tanker orders placed this year, as measured by carrying capacity.

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Atrebates, a 319,000 dwt VLCC built by China State Shipbuilding Corp’s Beihai Shipbuilding in Qingdao, Shandong province, last year. Photo: Xinhua

China Economy

Taking flight: Airbus secures a big order from Chinese airlines

Air China says it will purchase 15 widebody A350-900 jets, while subsidiary Shenzhen Airlines will buy 40 narrowbody A320neo aircraft.

An Air China Airbus A350-900 airplane at Shanghai Pudong Airport on April 10, 2024. Photo: Shutterstock
An Air China Airbus A350-900 airplane at Shanghai Pudong Airport on April 10, 2024. Photo: Shutterstock

Global Economy

Red Sea shutdown risk looms as US-Iran tensions threaten another oil surge

Tehran puts Houthi militants on notice to close critical shipping lanes, threatening a fresh supply shock as Brent crude notches 21 per cent rally since early July.

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China Economy

China ramps up output of ‘industrial gold’ ethylene amid Iran war disruptions

PetroChina’s Xinjiang hub shifts output to the western interior region to rebalance coastal-heavy sector and hit green goals as Middle East conflict flares.

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Global Economy

Why America’s brute-force effort on rare earths may not work against China

China spent decades carving out a commanding lead in the rare earth realm. Now the US wants its old piece of the supply chain back – is it still within reach?

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Illustration: Henry Wong
Illustration: Henry Wong

Global Economy

Chinese ‘vertical dramas’ are booming in America. Should Hollywood be worried?

Chinese platforms hosting bite-size soap operas about werewolves and mafia dons are drawing big audiences – and shaking up the streaming market.

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China Economy

As megacities slow, China’s smaller counties lead as new consumer hotspots

Survey last year found that nearly 80 per cent of consumers in China’s third- and fourth-tier cities were optimistic about the economy.

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China Economy

China rises up ‘elite quality’ league table as AI investment booms

China ranked 19th in the latest Elite Quality Index, which assesses whether national elites create sustainable value for their countries.

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Visitors watch humanoid robots fight at the Unitree Robotics booth during the World Robot Conference in Beijing. China has invested heavily in artificial intelligence, robotics and other emerging sectors in recent years. Photo: Reuters
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OPINION
Bob Savic

Opinion | As the EU erects barriers, China’s trade tilts south and east

Bob Savic
Nicholas Spiro

The View | Asian property: A thin line separates strength from vulnerability

Nicholas Spiro
Michael Han

Opinion | Why China is untangling its banks from the property wreckage

Michael Han
James David Spellman

Opinion | To stay competitive, Chinese brands must learn to command agentic AI

James David Spellman
David Chao

Opinion | How domestic tourism is driving Chinese consumption and growth

David Chao
Matteo Giovannini

Opinion | Connect scheme for gold shines light on China’s financial liberalisation

Matteo Giovannini
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How China’s malls are trying to stay relevant

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World’s top condom maker to raise prices over Iran war

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The Iran war is going to hurt your skincare routine

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Small hobby businesses hit by rising costs from Iran war

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