China

PetroChina forecasts Chinese oil consumption will drop 4.9% this year

The People's Bank of China appears to be deepening its control over short-term money markets, tying overnight borrowing costs more closely to its seven-day reverse repo rate.

China seen holding rates unchanged as uneven economic recovery persists

The regulator summoned Hong Kong-based Lalamove to a meeting in September, demanding the company abide by China’s anti-monopoly law and compete fairly.

Chinese regulator asks Lalamove to make changes to comply with antitrust rules

As formal employment opportunities dwindle, more are being pushed into unstable gig work such as food delivery.

China plans mechanism to evaluate AI impacts on job market

This year’s event on platforms such as JD.com began in mid-May and will run until Jun 20 or 21 – about 40 days long.

China’s mid-year shopping festival highlights weak demand, rising role of AI

FAW’s Hongqi will debut its right-hand-drive flagship electric SUV, the E-HS9, along with a new luxury SUV at the Hong Kong auto show.

At Hong Kong auto show, China automakers to target wealthy in right-hand-drive markets

Lululemon’s shares have tumbled about 46% so far in 2026.

Lululemon apologises after Great Wall drum sparks China backlash

To sell products in China, Microsoft must partner with local providers.

Microsoft makes big AI inroads in China by selling OpenAI models

Researchers have argued, with justification, that the EU can exploit a variety of Chinese dependencies on Europe.
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If Brussels starts a trade war, Beijing will finish it

G7 leaders will also discuss how to rebalance global trade and address “predatory competition”, mainly by China.

G7 leaders tackle reliance on China for critical minerals