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China continues purchasing US soybeans as trade relations between the two countries improve. The ongoing trade thaw indicates a shift in economic interactions following previous tensions.

President Donald Trump made false claims about Groenlandia being surrounded by Chinese and Russian ships, resolving eight wars, and other issues during a meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. CNN verified these statements were debunked by experts and governments.

Chinese autonomous driving firm Momenta debuted on the Hong Kong stock exchange on Wednesday, rising 3% in its debut.

The article discusses Leon Trotsky's theory of 'the privilege of historic backwardness' and its potential relevance to China's economic resurgence following the Cultural Revolution and a severe famine. It notes that some previously believed China would collapse but suggests Trotsky's concept might explain its unexpected progress.

China's rare ballistic missile launch into the Pacific is expected to strengthen defense cooperation among regional powers in the Asia-Pacific. Analysts suggest this move will push wary countries to deepen their security ties in response.

A typhoon triggered floods and rare tornadoes in China, leaving villagers stranded and struggling to access food and assistance. The BBC reported on the challenges faced by affected families.

Foreign investors are returning to India and China as both countries regain favor with global fund managers. India's easing energy prices and supportive monetary policies are attracting investors, while China's resilience during the Iran war and AI frenzy has created a niche as a volatility buffer. Concerns remain about China's slowing economy and India's weak monsoon.

MTG has labeled Mitch McConnell's wife a 'communist spy' following claims she fled to China during a hospitalization. The article highlights accusations against her without providing additional context.

The Trump administration condemned China's test launch of an unarmed intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) from a submarine in the Pacific Ocean. The US expressed concern, stating China is working against efforts to prevent nuclear proliferation.

China may be following the US's lead in cracking down on AI exports. The country is reportedly building the same power to cut off its AI that the US deployed against Anthropic in June.

U.S. President Donald Trump attended a NATO summit in Ankara amid global instability, including conflicts in Damascus, Ukraine, and the Strait of Hormuz. Tensions within NATO intensified as Trump criticized European allies for insufficient military spending and unreliability, while European nations highlighted increased defense investments.

China conducted a submarine-launched ballistic missile test into the Pacific, which analysts say was intended to signal growing military capabilities to U.S. allies in the region. The U.S. State Department and several Pacific nations criticized the launch, which occurred shortly after Australia and Fiji signed a mutual defense treaty.

NATO member states launched defense initiatives to strengthen weapons development, production, and supply chains in response to security challenges from Russia and China. The projects were announced by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the Nato Summit Defence Industry Forum in Ankara, Turkey.

Peru is working to establish a plant-health protocol to export cherries to China, with a Chinese agriculture official confirming progress. The strategy mirrors Peru's successful blueberry export model, which has seen significant growth in China, and involves the new Chancay port for shipments.

Chinese fishing vessels are increasingly using Chilean ports, shifting from Peru, with port calls surging from a handful in 2023 and 2024 to over a hundred, according to Oceana. The fleet targets Humboldt squid just outside Chile’s waters.

At least eight people were killed as two rare tornadoes caused devastation in central China's Hubei province, with winds reaching up to 149 kph (92.58 mph) destroying buildings and overturning cars.

China is using AI tools, including American ones like ChatGPT, to launch covert propaganda campaigns against U.S. AI infrastructure development. OpenAI identified a campaign where Chinese-linked users generated polarizing content about data centers, aiming to slow construction and tip the global AI race in China's favor. The article highlights China's broader use of AI for surveillance, repression, and targeted propaganda to advance its geopolitical interests.

China conducted a submarine-launched ballistic missile test over the South Pacific, a region designated as a nuclear weapons-free zone under the Treaty of Rarotonga. While the test did not technically violate the treaty's text due to a non-nuclear dummy warhead, Pacific nations and analysts accused China of undermining the zone's spirit. New Zealand and Australia raised concerns, citing growing pressure from nuclear-armed states on such zones.

China's markets are diverging from global trends, offering steady returns amid geopolitical and tech-driven volatility. Investors are shifting toward Chinese assets as a diversification tool, driven by a strong bond market, yuan appreciation, and reduced reliance on U.S. rate cycles or AI-driven growth.

The European Commission is preparing to counter China's subsidized exports like electric vehicles, solar panels, and batteries, signaling a potential trade war. The article compares current EU-China trade tensions to past conflicts with Japan in the 1970s and 1980s.

China conducted an intercontinental ballistic missile test described as 'routine' by Beijing, prompting condemnation from US allies in the Pacific. The test aligns with China's efforts to showcase its expanding military capabilities and reinforce nuclear deterrence in the region.

The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) dismantled an international counterfeit condom trafficking operation linked to China, seizing over 200,000 unsafe products sold under a well-known brand in Europe. Collaborating with Chinese authorities and national customs, OLAF disrupted the supply chain and highlighted the dangers of untested counterfeit medical devices.

China's techno-optimism is shifting to anxiety over AI, with workers fearing job losses and societal stress from FOBO (Fear of Being Obsolete). Protests in Wuhan against autonomous taxis and the Open Claw AI agent frenzy highlight growing concerns, despite initial enthusiasm for the technology.

A generational gap in the United States has emerged regarding concerns about China, with younger Americans less likely to view Beijing as a cause for concern compared to older generations. The 2026 Reagan Institute Summer Survey found that unease about China increases with age, but political divisions within the US over foreign policy do not strongly influence views on China.

Iran struck two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, testing a ceasefire that has reduced oil prices. Gulf countries, including Saudi Arabia, have increased oil shipments, but experts doubt the strait's oil flow will fully recover. China's demand and green energy transition are critical factors affecting future crude prices.

The article discusses the debate within the Democratic Party over Biden's foreign policy legacy, contrasting views between strategic competition and restraint. It highlights Biden's shift from neoliberal globalization to domestic industrial strength and confrontational approaches toward China and Russia, as outlined by National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan.

The Indian ambassador to China, Vikram Doraiswami, urged deeper economic ties and highlighted the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) as a model for easing security-focused economics. He also called for increased access for Indian products in China and more Chinese investment in India to benefit bilateral relations.

A Chinese navy submarine launched a nuclear-capable long-range ballistic missile into international waters in the South Pacific on July 6. The missile, carrying an inert dummy warhead, is believed to have splashed down near Tuvalu, with the Chinese government describing the test as a routine annual military activity.

Japanese and Chinese coast guard vessels confronted each other near the disputed Senkaku island chain, with both sides claiming they expelled the other. The incident occurs amid rising tensions between Tokyo and Beijing.

Brazil’s beef exports reached nearly $10 billion in the first half of 2026, setting a new record, but the country is nearing its 1.1 million-tonne tariff-free quota for China, with excess shipments facing a 55 percent tariff. Abiec reported the export figures, and the issue is highlighted by The Rio Times.

China's navy test-launched a long-range ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine, raising concerns about its nuclear deterrence strategy and drawing protests from the U.S., New Zealand, and other Asian-Pacific nations. Experts speculate the missile could be a JL-3 with a range exceeding 10,000 kilometers, though China stated it was a routine training exercise complying with international law. The launch into the South Pacific Nuclear Free Zone sparked accusations of violating treaty intentions.

Brazil’s chicken exports reached a first-half record of $5.7 billion, a 17% increase from the previous year, with shipments totaling 2.94 million tonnes, up nearly 13%. The data was released by the animal-protein association ABPA in early July.

China conducted its first known launch of a strategic missile from a nuclear submarine. NATO chief Mark Rutte warned the alliance must remain vigilant about China’s military build-up, noting the growing connection between the Indo-Pacific and transatlantic regions.

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte endorsed Donald Trump's policies, acknowledging his effectiveness in pushing NATO allies to increase defense spending and modernize militaries. Rutte also validated Trump's criticism of European allies for not supporting the war against Iran, while emphasizing the need for a stronger NATO due to threats from Russia and China.

China’s navy test-launched a long-range ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine in the South Pacific, drawing protests from the U.S., New Zealand, Australia, and Japan. Experts suggest it could be a JL-2 or JL-3 missile, while China claims the launch was routine and compliant with international law. The test occurred in the South Pacific Nuclear Free Zone, raising concerns about treaty violations.

The Namibian Presidency confirmed that the business delegation of over 200 members accompanying President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to China was not funded by taxpayers.

China's Xi urges all-out efforts to address deadly storms, including tornadoes and thunderstorms, which have caused multiple deaths, hundreds of injuries, and thousands of evacuations.

China is promoting the yuan as the United States increases its strong dollar policy.

Trip.com cofounder James Liang warns that China's record-low birth rate of 5.63 per 1,000 people in 2023 threatens innovation, as declining populations reduce the talent pool for technological advancement. He highlights East Asia's demographic crisis, with Japan, South Korea, and others nearing 'super-aged' status, and notes global fertility rates below replacement levels in two-thirds of countries.

Severe storms in China caused 15 deaths and numerous injuries, with 16 people still buried after a landslide. President Xi Jinping urged an 'all out' rescue effort as hundreds were injured and tens of thousands evacuated in Hubei province.