China

Chinese firm gives Eric Trump crypto company preferential tech access

A Chinese technology company, Bitmain, has provided unusually favorable terms to American Bitcoin Corporation, a firm partially owned by Eric Trump, for purchasing advanced mining equipment. SEC filings reveal the deal involves pledged bitcoin payments redeemable over two years, raising concerns about potential influence on the Trump administration. Experts highlight the arrangement's unusual nature amid national security worries over Bitmain's technology.

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.

Chinese rocket stage explodes, creating new space debris

A Chinese Long March 6A rocket upper stage exploded in low Earth orbit on October 15, 2025, generating thousands of debris pieces. This incident marks a rare recent addition to orbital litter, as most spacefaring nations have curbed such events. Experts warn it underscores ongoing challenges in space sustainability.

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.

China's ambassador to Sweden recalled after four years

October 15, 2025 Reported by AI

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.

Johann wadephul cancels china trip

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.

China pushes clean energy targets at UN climate summit

October 04, 2025 Reported by AI

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.

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

October 24, 2025 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.