China, U.S. Edge Toward Stability in Kuala Lumpur Talks

Nvidia CEO says U.S. falling behind in AI race

As competition over artificial intelligence intensifies, U.S. tech leaders are warning that China’s rapid state-backed progress could soon outpace the West, raising concerns that America is losing its technological edge.

Trump pressed China's Xi to release jailed Hong Kong media tycoon, sources say

U.S. President Donald Trump personally urged Chinese leader Xi Jinping to release imprisoned Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai during their meeting in South Korea last week, according to three individuals briefed on the discussions and a U.S. administration official.

AnewZ's documentary on the Middle Corridor screened at AUL

The Azerbaijan University of Languages (AUL) hosted the screening of a documentary by AnewZ dedicated to the Belt and Road Initiative and the rising importance of the Middle Corridor in the global economy.

French Government begins procedure to suspend Shein platform

Chinese E-commerce giant Shein faces another set back as French Ministry of Finance initiates a procedure to suspend its platform in France until it can demonstrate compliance with the country's laws.

China, Russia hold 11th financial ministerial dialogue

China and Russia pledged to strengthen financial and economic cooperation during their 11th ministerial dialogue in Beijing, highlighting plans for joint action in global governance and multilateral institutions.

Chinese economy to exceed $23.8 trillion by 2030

Premier Li Qiang said on Wednesday that China's economy will exceed 170 trillion yuan ($23.87 trillion) by 2030, presenting a big market opportunity for the world as trade restrictions rise globally.

AnewZ Morning Brief - 4 November, 2025

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 4th of November, covering the latest developments you need to know.

Xi Jinping seeks closer China-Russia investment ties amid Western sanctions

Chinese President Xi Jinping has pledged to boost mutual investment and deepen economic cooperation with Russia, as Moscow faces growing Western sanctions and trade pressure.

China extends visa-free policy to 2026 for 45 countries

China will extend its visa-free entry policy for 45 countries including France, Germany and Spain to 31 December, 2026 and expand the scheme to cover Sweden, effective 10 November, the foreign ministry said on Monday.

Chinese premier, Russian PM co-chair 30th regular meeting in Hangzhou

Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin reaffirmed the strength of bilateral relations during the 30th regular meeting between Chinese and Russian heads of government, held on Monday in Hangzhou, eastern China’s Zhejiang Province.

Pakistan navy to field first Chinese-designed submarine in 2026

Pakistan expects to bring its first Chinese-designed Hangor-class submarine into active service next year, a move seen as deepening its defence partnership with Beijing and strengthening its posture in the North Arabian Sea.

Asia-Pacific leaders seek trade resilience as U.S.-China Rivalry Deepens at APEC

Amid rising geopolitical tensions and growing uncertainty in the global trade system, Asia-Pacific leaders concluded the annual APEC summit on Saturday with a joint declaration emphasizing resilience and shared benefits in trade.

South Korea's Lee asks China's Xi for help engaging North Korea

Chinese President Xi Jinping told South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Saturday that he was ready to deepen cooperation and work together to address shared challenges, while Lee appealed for Beijing’s support in efforts to revive dialogue with nuclear-armed North Korea.

Trump offers tariff cuts to China if it curbs fentanyl exports

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday he would lift all fentanyl-related tariffs on Chinese goods if Beijing takes concrete steps to restrict exports of the drug and the precursor chemicals used to produce it.

APEC official anticipates China to be 2026 host, emphasizing innovation, connectivity

Executive Director of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Secretariat Eduardo Pedrosa said China is expected to host the APEC summit in 2026, noting that the country’s future policy priorities will play a key role in shaping the regional agenda.

Shenzhou-21 enters orbit successfully

China successfully carried out its latest crewed space mission on Friday night. The Shenzhou-21 spacecraft was launched at 23:44 (Beijing Time) from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in the country’s northwest atop a Long March-2F carrier rocket.

BYD accelerates in Europe as soaring sales tighten race with Tesla

Chinese electric carmaker BYD is making major strides in Europe, with sales surging nearly fivefold in September from a year earlier to just under 25,000 new registrations.

Xi set to meet Canadian, Japanese leaders after Trump trade truce

China’s President Xi Jinping took centre stage at an annual gathering of Pacific Rim leaders in South Korea on Friday, expected to hold talks with Canadian, Japanese and Thai counterparts after securing a fragile trade truce with U.S. President Donald Trump.

China, Saudi Arabia pledge deeper ties as Riyadh voices concern over Chinese imports

China’s Vice President Han Zheng met with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh on Wednesday.

Trump cuts China tariffs in deal with Xi on fentanyl and rare earths

U.S. President Donald Trump agreed with President Xi Jinping to trim tariffs on China in exchange for Beijing cracking down on the illicit fentanyl trade, Trump said.

Azerbaijan targets China as key tourism market amid surge in visitors

Azerbaijan is eyeing China as a key tourism market, following President Ilham Aliyev’s state visit earlier this year and a new visa‑exemption agreement. A high‑level meeting on October 29 underscored the next phase in tourism cooperation between Azerbaijan and China.

U.S. bans Huawei, Hikvision equipment, citing security risks ahead of Trump - Xi meet

The United States has announced a fresh ban on new telecommunications equipment from several major Chinese companies, including Huawei and Hikvision.

A Fragile U.S.–China Trade Thaw Takes Shape