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Russia-Pak JF-17 deal: What it means for Moscow-New Delhi relations

Several reports claimed that Russia had decided to supply Pakistan with RD-93MA engines for its JF-17 Thunder fighter jets, reportedly moving ahead despite India's objections

BYD's SkyRail struggles as stations rust, a rare setback for EV giant

Even though SkyRail appears to be a rare misstep for BYD, which vies with Tesla Inc as the world's biggest seller of EVs, the company has said it's continuing to innovate the technology

China hawks grow queasy over Trump's push for trade deals with Beijing

As Trump pursues a trade pact with the US's biggest economic and strategic rival, advocates of a tougher China policy fear they're being sidelined inside the administration

China leads in clean energy exports, overtaking US fossil fuel dominance

The US exported $80 billion in oil and gas through July, while China shipped $120 billion in green technology over the same period

Taiwan detects 10 Chinese aircraft, 6 naval vessels around territory

The latest activity comes amid warnings from defence experts that China's newly unveiled weapon systems are designed to counter Taiwan's long-standing asymmetric warfare strategy

Why China's restaurants are facing social media outrage over pre-made food

A social media storm over 'pre-made' dishes and rising calls for transparency have hit China's restaurant chains just as the extended National Day holiday begins

'Push towards normalisation in India-China border relations underway'

The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday said that resumption of direct flights between India and China is in line with the growing trend towards normalisation in the relationship

Typhoon Matmo regains strength, heads toward Hainan, Guangdong in China

Matmo regained strength on Saturday morning, becoming a typhoon again as it left the Philippines and moved toward southern China's Hainan province, after it had earlier weakened into a storm. The typhoon had sustained wind speeds of 118 kph on Saturday, according to China's National Meteorological Centre. It is expected to strengthen further before it makes landfall on Sunday in Guangdong and Hainan provinces. Flights from Haikou, the capital of Hainan, will be cancelled starting Saturday night at 11 pm, according to the official China National Radio. The city also said classes will be cancelled and public transport and businesses will be shut on Saturday. Some train routes in Hainan province were cancelled Saturday and service will be suspended again on Sunday. China's national weather observatory issued an orange alert warning for the storm on Saturday. Matmo on Friday passed through the Philippines, where thousands of people were evacuated but no immediate casualties were report

Trump's 'paper tiger' jab at Russia echoes Mao's propaganda against US

Nearly 80 years after Mao Zedong called the United States a paper tiger to boost morale at home, US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are exchanging barbs who is the paper tiger of today. In a September 23 post on Truth Social, Trump mocked Russia's military powers and called the country a paper tiger, prompting the Kremlin to push back. Trump backed off, but on Tuesday he brought back the dismissive rhetoric when addressing a roomful of generals and admirals. You're four years fighting a war that should have taken a week," Trump said of Russia's war with Ukraine. "Are you a paper tiger? On Thursday, Putin retorted, We are fighting against the entire bloc of NATO, and we keep moving, keep advancing and feel confident, and we are a paper tiger; what NATO itself is? He added: A paper tiger? Go and deal with this paper tiger then. Those familiar with modern Chinese history have found it amusing, odd and not without irony that an American president should be .

Taiwan detects 10 Chinese aircraft, 7 vessels around its territory

On Friday, Taiwan recorded Chinese military presence around the island with 6 PLA aircraft and 7 PLAN vessels operating around its territory

In a first, China takes data centres underwater to tackle cooling challenge

China is testing an underwater data centre off Shanghai to cut cooling costs; the pod uses ocean currents for low temperatures and mostly renewable energy

6 Chinese aircraft, 7 naval vessels recorded operating around Taiwan

The latest activity comes amid warnings from defence experts that China's newly unveiled weapon systems are designed to counter Taiwan's long-standing asymmetric warfare strategy

China tightens curbs on Nokia, Ericsson gear with strict security checks

China is limiting European telecom suppliers Nokia and Ericsson, requiring strict security checks that slow approvals and give local firms an edge in the Chinese market

Taiwan detects 11 Chinese aircraft, 8 naval vessels near its territory

Earlier on Wednesday, MND recorded the presence of 12 PLA aircraft, eight PLAN vessels and three official ships operating around its territory

China launches new STEM visa to rival US H-1B: Are Indians eligible?

China launches K visa for global STEM talent, offering flexible entry and work options. Indians may also qualify under the new scheme

China's K visa comes into effect today: Can it be an alternative to H-1B?

China, which already has R visa in place since 2013 for high-level talent, added the K visa to specifically targets foreign young talent working in the science and technology sector

Taiwan records increased Chinese military activity around territory

Taiwan's Ministry of Defence said that it has monitored the situation and responded accordingly

Toyota claws back China market share with $15,000 electric vehicle launch

The world's biggest carmaker notched another bumper month of sales in August, putting it on track for its first annual growth in China in four years

Alibaba in talks to acquire Hong Kong office in $900 million deal

Alibaba and its affiliates are currently leasing 10 floors at Times Square in Causeway Bay, with their tenancy set to expire in 2028

From 2 hours to 2 minutes: China unveils world's tallest bridge in Guizhou

China's Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, the world's tallest at 625 metres, opens to traffic, cutting a two-hour canyon journey to just two minutes for travellers