China claims a breakthrough in hypersonic missile technology, developing a solar-powered system that extracts boron directly from seawater. Boron is a key fuel for hypersonic missile engines, and this innovation could significantly enhance China’s strategic capabilities. Scientists say the method is efficient and scalable, marking a major step in military technology

China Unlocks Tech To Power Hypersonic Missile From Seawater 

 South Korea's military announced that two Chinese and seven Russian military aircraft briefly entered the air-defense identification zone (ADIZ) of the country. Watch this report for more details!


Seoul: Russian, Chinese warplanes intruded air defence zone 

China’s top leadership has made boosting domestic demand and consumption a core economic priority for 2026. Beijing aims to stabilise growth by encouraging spending amid global uncertainties and slowing exports.


China's top goal for 2026: Beijing's top leaders focus on boosting consumption

Two powerful militaries, China and Japan, nearly came to confrontation in the skies over the Western Pacific. Japan has claimed that Chinese fighter jets had aimed their radar at Japanese military aircraft in two 'dangerous' incidents near the Okinawa islands, an account Beijing has disputed. Tune into 


China-Japan Push Region to Brink of All-Out War

China has opened its first-ever humanoid robot mall, showcasing a futuristic shopping experience where robots assist customers, provide entertainment, and handle retail services. The mall represents China’s growing push in robotics, AI, and smart technology, offering a glimpse into the future of commerce and human-robot interaction.

China Opens Doors to Its First Humanoid Robot Mall

Japan said on Sunday that Chinese fighter jets had aimed their radar at Japanese military aircraft in two "dangerous" incidents near Japan's Okinawa islands, an account Beijing disputed.

Japan and China Engage in Dangerous Military Encounters in the East China Sea

Nepal has launched its biggest anti-corruption investigation yet, targeting a Chinese company involved in the construction of the Pokhara International Airport. The case has sparked major political and diplomatic attention, raising questions about procurement, transparency, and foreign involvement in national infrastructure projects.


Nepal Corruption: Case Against Chinese Company Over Pokhara Airport Construction

China's exports grew strongly in November, helping its trade surplus cross $1 trillion for the first time. This came even as the exports dipped unexpectedly in the last month.


China's trade surplus hits record high, crosses $1 trn for first time

China vs Japan: Japan said on Sunday that Chinese fighter jets had aimed their radar at Japanese military aircraft in two "dangerous" incidents near Japan's Okinawa islands, an account Beijing disputed.


China-Japan tensions: Japan accuses Chinese jets of radar 'lock' near Okinawa, China refutes claim

French President Emmanuel Macron visited Beijing for a strategic EU–China meeting with President Xi Jinping. The visit included high-level talks on economic cooperation, global issues, and diplomatic engagement. Macron also took part in sightseeing with Xi, reflecting both formal diplomacy and cultural exchange between the two nations.

Emmanuel Macron Looking For A New Partnership With Xi Jinping?

French President Emmanuel Macron visited Beijing for a strategic EU–China meeting with President Xi Jinping. The visit included high-level talks on economic cooperation, global issues, and diplomatic engagement. Macron also took part in sightseeing with Xi, reflecting both formal diplomacy and cultural exchange between the two nations.


China-France ties: Xi Jinping rolls out the red carpet for Macron

WSJ report: China has constructed and expanded a series of airfields over the past decade—some of the world's highest among them—to project power across its rugged western frontier and over the Himalayas. Most of the sites are at altitudes greater than 13,000 feet, in terrain so inhospitable it long deterred such militarization.


China’s air power rising: WSJ warns of massive build-up near India 

A new survey reveals that most Europeans want to avoid taking sides between the United States and China. The poll reflects growing public preference for neutrality over geopolitical alignment. This video analyzes what the findings mean for European foreign‑policy direction and global power dynamics.

Survey: Most Europeans Want to Avoid Taking Sides Between U.S. And China

China’s consumer slowdown is prompting a new and unusual trend on the mainland. More than 30 retail and tourism companies are now offering tangible perks, not to customers, but to their own shareholders. The move comes as weak jobs growth, a soft property market and tightening household budgets weigh on spending. Take a look at this next report for more.

Shareholder Freebies Become China’s New Survival Playbook

French President Emmanuel Macron and Chinese President Xi Jinping have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral ties, strengthening economic cooperation, and coordinating on key global flashpoints. Both leaders stressed the need for peace efforts in Ukraine and Gaza, calling for diplomacy, stability, and restraint. This video breaks down what their renewed partnership means for Europe, China, and the wider geopolitical balance.

Macron, Xi Hold Bilateral Meet, Sign 12 Agreements

Macron in China: French President Emmanuel Macron has begun a three-day state visit to China, seeking to rebalance France’s trade ties, clinch new deals in energy and aviation, and urge President Xi Jinping to use his influence on Russia over the war in Ukraine. His trip comes amid rising EU–China tensions over subsidies, market access and security.​

Macron in China: Macron Begins High-Stakes China Trip to Rebalance Trade Ties

Macron, Xi Vow To Deepen Bilateral Ties: Committed To Peace In Ukraine, Gaza

China has introduced a 13% VAT on condoms as part of a broader strategy to boost its declining birth rate, ending a 33-year tax exemption on contraceptives. The move is part of revised family planning rules, which aim to encourage larger families and address the country's demographic crisis. 


China Imposes 13% VAT on Condoms to Boost Birth Rates

Scammers and cybercriminals stole a record total of $16.6 billion from Americans in 2024, marking a 33% increase in losses from 2023, the FBI said in a new report on April 23.

Crackdown on Chinese Cyber Scam Network, American Victims Lost $16 BN Since 2023 

China is reportedly revising its family planning policies with a controversial proposal to tax condoms and other contraceptives in an effort to address declining birth rates. As the country faces record-low fertility and demographic pressures, officials are exploring new incentives—and restrictions—to encourage families to have more children.

China Rewrites Family Planning Rules: Condom Tax To Boost Birth Rate 

China has introduced sweeping new disciplinary rules for the People’s Liberation Army, intensifying its ongoing military purge. The updated regulations reportedly make absolute loyalty and obedience to President Xi Jinping a core requirement for service, signaling a deeper consolidation of power within China’s armed forces.
In this video, we break down what the new rules mean, why the PLA is undergoing such a dramatic shake-up, and how this affects China’s military strategy and global posture.


Chinese Army's New Rules Demand Absolute Obedience to Xi Jinping

China Rewrites Family Planning Rules: Condom Tax To Boost Birth Rate

Bilateral trade between China and Tajikistan has reached $1.2 billion, with China emerging as Tajikistan’s top trading partner, accounting for 25% of total trade.

China-Tajikistan Trade: Bilateral Trade Between China and Tajikistan Reaches $1.2 Billion

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