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China's video game player population rises to a record at end-June
China's video game player population has grown to a record of 668 million, a government-run game industry association said on Thursday, as the world's biggest gaming market returns to growth after a bruising crackdown.
Chinese foreign minister switch: Wolf Warrior, hopes of stability
Qin Gang’s abrupt ousting means foreign diplomats will once again be dealing with someone who is seen in Europe as ‘a known quantity, but not well-liked’.
‘Like-minded’: China reaffirms strategic ties with Indonesia
The presidents of the two countries meet in Chengdu on the eve of the World University Games.
Volkswagen’s EV Gambit in China Makes Sense
Its partnership with startup Xpeng is a sign of things to come in the world’s largest automobile market.
Coastal Chinese city joins parts of Taiwan in shutting down schools and offices for Typhoon Doksuri
The coastal Chinese city of Shantou has joined parts of Taiwan in shutting down schools and offices as Typhoon Doksuri brings heavy wind and rain to the Taiwan Strait.
Amid Uproar, Trip.com Pulls Plug on Women-Only Train Compartments
While the new service has garnered attention among Chinese travelers, it has also sparked controversy over gender equality implications.
Super typhoon targets China after ferry capsize off Manila kills 25
Doksuri regained super typhoon strength on Thursday in its final approach to southeastern China after pummelling Taiwan and the northern Philippines with rain and strong winds that led to the capsize of a ferry in which at least 25 people died.
Charging Your Electric Car is Becoming More Expensive in China
The government has moved electricity supplied to public electric charging stations to a higher rate. Charging station operators are passing on the increased costs to consumers.
No reason to fear China’s Cambodian navy base pier will host carrier: analysts
Satellite images show upgrades at Ream Naval Base in Cambodia nearly finished, and observers say facilities might be used for logistics supply but would not be able to accommodate more important military needs.
Western car makers look to slash EV costs to fight Chinese 'invasion'
Western automakers are fretting about an "invasion" of cheap Chinese electric cars in Europe, prompting France's Renault to say on Thursday it was aiming to slash production costs for its electric models by 40%.
Typhon Doksuri (Egay) Moves Toward China; Taiwan Shuts Schools
China canceled dozens of flights and trains in preparation for Typhoon Doksuri, which has shuttered much of southern and eastern Taiwan after bringing torrential rain and strong winds to the Philippines.
Huawei's comeback ambition and China's jobless grads
The inside story on the Asia tech trends that matter, from Nikkei Asia and the Financial Times
Taiwan says China releases man accused of spying
Taiwan's government said on Thursday that China had released a Taiwanese citizen who had been detained on charges of spying, and that he had already left the country.
China offers to hold joint military drills with Philippines
China has offered to hold joint military exercises with the Philippines, local media reported on Thursday, quoting Manila's military chief.
Accused of bomb threats they say they didn't make, family of Chinese dissident detained in Thailand
The wife and daughter of exiled Chinese dissident Gao Zhi are in detention on immigration charges in Thailand, after a series of bomb threats made in their names against airports, luxury hotels and the Chinese embassy in Bangkok derailed the family’s plan to join Gao in the Netherlands.
Xi Protege’s Sudden Removal Adds to Rough Start for Third Term
The sudden ouster of Xi Jinping’s handpicked foreign minister is the latest example of how the Chinese president’s strengthened grip on power has failed to insulate him from setbacks on some of his biggest policy priorities.
Indonesia's Jokowi off to China to meet Xi
Two leaders to discuss South China Sea and investments in 'strategic projects'
Half of China’s Provinces Fall Behind the National Economy
Of 28 jurisdictions reporting first six-months GDP, 15 miss the national average of 5.5% growth, largely reflecting the real estate slump and slack manufacturing demand
China courts the Global South with infrastructure and trade deals, but Kenya may be having borrower’s remorse
A deal with the government of Angola could give Chinese-owned mines in Congo a railway to the Atlantic, but elsewhere in Africa, wariness about China-funded projects is growing.
Russia will stand with China at the East Asia Summit
But in moves that will affect both Beijing and Moscow, the constitutional democracies are stepping up cooperation both substantively and symbolically.
Bumper autumn grain harvest
Business briefs from the Chinese media — Thursday November 10
The steel industry is cleaning itself up, but not fast enough
Steel production and profits are down, but steel enterprises are under pressure to radically cut carbon emissions. There are some signs of progress, but it may be impossible for one of the world’s dirtiest industries to really go green.
Editor’s note for Wednesday, November 9, 2022
A note for Access newsletter readers from Jeremy Goldkorn.
Remembering Queer Lala Times, a lesbian publication that transcended boundaries
Just a few years ago, LGBTQ voices and views were easily found on the Chinese internet. That’s changed. But this is the story of Queer Lala Times, which operated openly in China from 2013 until 2016.
‘Crazy Little Yang Brother’ is the Chinese TikTok star you need to know
Famous for his relatable content and over-the-top acting, Zhang Qingyang has become the first creator to reach 100 million followers on Douyin, China’s version of TikTok.
No breakthroughs, but China stays the course on climate goals
China most likely won’t change its climate goals at COP27, but it’s still leading in electric vehicle sales and renewable energy installations.
Hohhot mother’s suicide sparks concern over the mental health cost of COVID lockdowns
In China, prolonged COVID-19 lockdowns and uncertainty about the future have made life more difficult for people struggling with anxiety and depression.
The ‘11-9 incident’: When police fired on Chinese student protesters
In November 1928, students marched through the streets of Harbin. When they began forcing their way through police lines, things turned violent.
The counterfeit Moutai industry
How to make and sell counterfeit Chinese liquor, and how to identify the real thing.
The government wants you to get out of the house a bit
Business briefs from the Chinese media — Wednesday November 9
Will Germany let China have its chips?
Should Germany sell its chips and ports to China? What about cars and advanced manufacturing tools? German companies and politicians all face some very uncomfortable choices.
Can BYD beat Tesla?
BYD is one of China’s first electric vehicle companies and it’s beating Tesla on its home turf, but can it replicate this success in foreign markets?
Small profit increase for listed companies
Business briefs from the Chinese media — Tuesday November 8
The state of Chinese heavy metal
Underground metal sounds from across China
Editor’s note for Monday, November 7, 2022
A note for Access newsletter readers from Jeremy Goldkorn.
Scholz’s controversial trip wins Germany more business deals with China
Germany is divided over how to handle China. This was reflected in how Chancellor Olaf Scholz justified his visit to Beijing to his critics, and the contrast between talk on human rights and discussions about business.
Can Germany ‘reduce lopsided dependencies’ on China?
Chancellor Scholz of Germany met Xi Jinping in Beijing on Friday, in a visit that was criticized by many in Germany, including his own party. But Sino-German trade is huge, and China is eager for more.
China is forging ahead with hydrogen fuel cell vehicles
Toyota and Hyundai have just made new commitments to making hydrogen-powered vehicles in China, and the government wants the industry to go big. But not everyone is convinced that the tech can be applied at scale.
