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NEW DELHI: A US-sanctioned tanker carrying Iranian crude oil has altered its course mid-voyage, dropping India as its destination and rerouting to China, in a move that underscores ongoing challenges in resuming oil trade with Iran.The Aframax tanker Ping Shun, which had been signalling Vadinar in Gujarat earlier this week, is now indicating Dongying in
China has reiterated its support for cross-border technology deals that comply with legal and regulatory frameworks, even as authorities intensify their review of Meta’s reported US$2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus. The development reflects Beijing’s attempt to balance openness to global collaboration with tighter oversight of sensitive technology transfers. The ongoing review is focused
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China Tech is a column dedicated to the innovations reshaping China – and, inevitably, the world. From cutting-edge AI labs and next-generation robotics to apps that redefine daily life, we explore the breakthroughs that emerge from the country’s relentless drive for technological dominance. Some are game-changers, others cautionary tales, but all offer a glimpse into
China is focusing on large language models in the artificial intelligence space. Blackdovfx | Istock | Getty Images Chinese semiconductor firms have reported record revenue last year driven by AI demand, a shortage of memory chips and U.S. export restrictions that have pushed Beijing to bolster its homegrown tech industry. Analysts and the companies themselves
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Iran’s paralysis of the Strait of Hormuz has continued to upend global oil and gas markets as the United States-Israeli war on the country enters its second month. After US President Donald Trump pledged to continue aggressive strikes on Iran for another two to three weeks in a speech on Wednesday night, oil prices surged
The Port of Balboa at the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal. (Walter Hurtado/Bloomberg) April 2, 2026 3:32 PM, EDT Key Takeaways: The U.S. accused China of harassing and detaining Panama-flagged ships after Panama’s Supreme Court voided CK Hutchison port contracts near the Panama Canal. Officials said the allegations heighten U.S.-China tensions before President Donald
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The FBI has labeled a suspected Chinese cyber intrusion into a government surveillance system a “major incident” that poses risks to U.S. national security, according to a senior law enforcement official and a source with knowledge of the matter. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The
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One of the most iconic towers in San Francisco’s Chinatown is set to become a new cultural destination. Community and city leaders unveiled plans Thursday to transform the historic Empress of China building into a cultural campus celebrating Chinese-American art, culture and history. Once home to the famed Empress of China Banquet Hall, the building
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Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Representatives from some of the country’s most powerful financial institutions have joined a trade mission to China to promote Canada in
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Got story updates? Submit your updates here. › The strategic partnership between Starbucks and Boyu Capital aims to accelerate the coffee giant’s growth in the lucrative Chinese market.Seattle Today Starbucks Corporation and Boyu Capital, a leading Chinese private equity firm, have finalized a joint venture agreement to accelerate Starbucks’ long-term growth strategy in China. The
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Iran appears to have shot down a Chinese Wing Loong II drone in the southern region of Shiraz, sparking questions among open-source intelligence analysts about whether Gulf states like Saudi Arabia or the UAE had joined offensive operations against Iran. Images of the destroyed drone were originally shared by Iran’s Tasnim news agency, which said
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A bulk carrier and a cargo ship transit the Panama Canal in Panama City, Thursday, March 12, 2026. Matias Delacroix/AP U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives at the G7 Foreign Ministers’ meeting with partner countries in Cernay-la-Ville outside Paris, France, Friday, March 27, 2026. Michel Euler/AP The U.S. Navy warship USS Gridley docks at
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Washington and Beijing accuse each other of seeking to control the Panama Canal, a vital trade link between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. (EPA Images pic) WASHINGTON: The US on Thursday expressed support for Panama after China was accused of detaining Panama-flagged ships in a dispute over control of the Central American country’s strategic canal.
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(Reuters) – Detentions of Panama-flagged vessels by China that followed a Panamanian court ruling raise serious concerns about efforts to undermine rule of law in the Latin American country, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Thursday. The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission said last week that it was closely monitoring a surge in detentions
According to the 2025 financial report of China Technology Group, its revenue from continuing operations surged by 103% to HK$728 million in 2025. The Group’s net loss widened to HK$525 million, mainly due to non-cash impairment provisions for property and equipment, but did not erode operating cash flow. The debt-to-asset ratio was significantly reduced from
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Fbi officials recently reached out to members of Congress to alert them to a cyber hack classified as a “major incident.” Fox News is told that China is the culprit and that the breach could pose a threat to national security. The hack involved FBI systems in the Virgin Islands, not FBI headquarters. The FBI
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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Chinese nationals are using birthright citizenship to secure U.S. citizenship for their children at what one expert calls an “industrial scale,” raising concerns about national security and the long-term impact on American institutions. “It’s industrial scale,” author Peter Schweizer said Wednesday on “Jesse Watters Primetime.” “The Chinese
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Asked on the Automotive News panel at the New York International Auto Show what he thought was the biggest shift in the car market since 2024, José Muñoz, president and CEO of Hyundai Motor Company, didn’t hesitate. “Two years ago, we thought that by 2026 we’d be heading to full electrification,” he said. “The EV
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Elon Musk-headed Tesla’s quarterly auto sales rose 6.3 per cent but miss U.S. Stock Market estimates. Tesla stocks were down by nearly 4 per cent in the pre-market trading at Nasdaq. This comes even though Tesla’s China-made electric vehicle sales rose for a second consecutive quarter, holding up despite intensifying competition as the U.S. automaker
PENANG: Tourism Malaysia welcomes the arrival of the inaugural direct flight connecting Qingdao and Penang, marking another significant step in strengthening Malaysia’s international air connectivity and supporting the nation’s tourism growth in line with the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026). The inaugural flight, QW923, departed from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport and arrived at Penang International Airport