China's central bank warns against unapproved stablecoins, banning unauthorized crypto activity to protect financial stability and security.

China's manufacturing sector shrank in November 2025, signaling weak demand and economic challenges.

Russia opens visa-free travel for Chinese tourists until Sept. 14, 2026, in reciprocal move.

China's Zhuque-3 rocket reached orbit on Dec. 3, 2025, marking its first reusable orbital launch, though the first stage crashed due to a descent failure.

Taiwan plans a $40B defense upgrade with U.S. help to counter Chinese threats by 2033.

Hong Kong launches citywide removal of flammable metal mesh from buildings after fire killed 49.

Chinese firms move AI training overseas to bypass U.S. chip restrictions, while some innovate domestically.

Macron visits China for talks on trade, climate, and global security amid U.S.-China tensions.

U.S. tariff revenue is $100 billion below projections due to lower imports, trade shifts, and tech exemptions.

Australia tracks Chinese naval group in Philippine Sea amid defence reforms.