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Chikungunya outbreak hits southern China with over 4000 cases

Guangdong Province in southern China is experiencing its largest ever chikungunya fever outbreak, with more than 4,000 confirmed infections since late July. The disease, transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, has primarily affected Shunde District in Foshan, with cases also reported in nearby cities and regions. Authorities are urging residents to eliminate mosquito breeding sites amid concerns over climate change and urbanization.

Review critiques Tesla Model Y three-row version in China

A Chinese reviewer has tested the new three-row Tesla Model Y, praising its driving dynamics but criticizing the cramped third row and stiff ride. The Model YL, a six-seater long wheelbase variant, is already on sale in China and expected soon in Europe. Its future in the US remains uncertain.

Johann wadephul cancels china trip

2025년 10월 24일 Anna Müller

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has canceled a long-planned trip to China. This short-notice decision could further strain relations with Beijing. However, the minister has good reasons for his courageous choice.

Scania inaugurates massive factory in China

Swedish truck giant Scania has inaugurated a massive new factory in China, a 20-billion-kronor investment set to produce 50,000 vehicles annually. The Rugao facility marks a historic milestone for the company. Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard is visiting China to discuss cooperation areas and raise human rights issues.

Sea levels rise faster than in 4,000 years around China's coasts

2025년 10월 24일 Petra Hartmann

Scientists have found that global sea levels are climbing more quickly than at any time in the past 4,000 years, posing severe risks to China's major coastal cities. The rapid rise, driven by warming oceans and melting ice, combines with land subsidence from human activities like groundwater pumping. Cities such as Shanghai are implementing measures to stabilize the ground amid these threats.

China's ambassador to Sweden recalled after four years

2025년 10월 15일 AI에 의해 보고됨

China's ambassador to Sweden, Cui Aimin, is being recalled after four years in the role. He was thanked by King Carl XVI Gustaf during a farewell audience at the Royal Palace. Unlike his aggressive predecessor, Cui has been relatively quiet during his tenure in Sweden.

Cuba and china strengthen cooperation in studying revolutionary histories

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel met with Li Zongyuan, director of the Museum of History of the Communist Party of China, to boost cooperation in studying the histories of both countries, their revolutions, and communist parties. The meeting occurred at the Palace of the Revolution and builds on interparty ties between Cuba and China. Díaz-Canel emphasized the role of these exchanges in building a community with a shared future.

China pursues underwater data centers for AI and green energy

China is advancing underwater data centers to harness ocean cooling for supercomputing. The initiative targets enhanced AI capabilities and sustainable energy practices. However, challenges in maintenance and hardware upgrades persist for these submerged systems.

Typhoon Ragasa Hits Southern China After Devastating Taiwan and Philippines

Typhoon Ragasa made landfall in southern China on Wednesday, bringing fierce winds and heavy rains to Guangdong province after already causing at least 12 deaths and widespread destruction in Taiwan and the Philippines. The storm, one of the strongest to hit the region this season, prompted mass evacuations and disrupted transportation across multiple countries. Officials warn of potential flooding and landslides as the typhoon weakens but continues to pose risks inland.

Egyptian-Chinese alliance invests $75m in West Qantara projects

A consortium of Egyptian and Chinese companies has signed contracts for three new industrial projects in the West Qantara industrial zone, with a total investment of $75m. The projects are expected to generate over $100m in annual exports and create 3,600 direct jobs. Walid Gamal El-Din, Chairperson of the General Authority for the Suez Canal Economic Zone, signed the agreements.

China pushes clean energy targets at UN climate summit

At the UN Climate Summit, China highlighted its progress in clean energy adoption amid global efforts to combat climate change. Officials emphasized accelerated goals for renewable energy and emissions reduction. The announcements underscore China's role in international climate action.