Did the Ukraine war spark China’s quiet ban on most civilian drone flights in cities?
For years, aerial drones frequently buzzed above the Huangpu River in Shanghai, capturing breathtaking views of one of…
What do China’s plans for ‘comprehensive’ new AI law mean for future of technology?
China has confirmed for the first time that it is drawing up a “comprehensive law” on artificial intelligence.…
China’s rural pensions in focus as lawmakers fight for farmers’ fair share amid income gap
Some Chinese lawmakers and advisers are pushing to secure higher pensions for elderly farmers, underscoring the persistent income…
Hong Kong tycoon urges prudent approach to development amid global uncertainty
A Hong Kong property tycoon has called for a more prudent approach to the city’s development rather than…
China lays out its blueprint for AI, space internet and green energy in tech race with US
Beijing is planning “moderately proactive” technology infrastructure expansion covering artificial intelligence (AI), telecommunications and space internet, while emphasising…
Innovation plus livelihoods – the twin tracks of China’s 5-year plan
China’s new five-year plan targets both industrial innovation and “people-oriented” livelihoods for all, according to officials with the…
China pivots to ‘investing in people’ strategy as growth engine switches gears
China will allocate more of its fiscal spending this year towards human capital and social safety nets, as…
China bets on AI-manufacturing integration to narrow digital-economy gap with US
China’s policymakers want the digital economy to account for 12.5 per cent of gross domestic product by 2030,…
China to put state-owned firms, capital to work nurturing tech champions
China has pledged to provide a range of supportive measures to promote the diffusion of advanced technology through…
China targets lowest growth range since 1991 in realistic move as pressures rise
A 4.5 to 5 per cent GDP growth target – the lowest since 1991 – was announced by…
China to step up tech, energy and decarbonisation efforts in next 5-year plan
China will set priorities for technological innovation, economic security, public well-being and carbon reduction over the next five…
Mideast oil crisis revives stagflation spectre, haunting China’s deflation battle
Rising energy costs driven by Middle Eastern geopolitical tensions may provide some relief to China’s years-long struggle with…