Author: Resham

China Launches Communication Technology Test Satellite China on Tuesday launched a new communication technology test satellite into space from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in Hainan Province. The mission added another milestone to the country’s ongoing space activities and demonstrated the continued use of its Long March carrier rocket series. Satellite Successfully Reaches Orbit The satellite lifted off at 10:10 a.m. aboard a modified version of the Long March-7 rocket. Following the launch, the spacecraft successfully entered its preset orbit as planned. The successful orbital insertion marked the completion of a key stage of the mission. Moreover, the achievement confirmed…

Fourth China International Supply Chain Expo Opens In Beijing The fourth China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) opened in Beijing on Monday, June 22, bringing together companies and industry participants from a range of sectors. The event highlights developments across global supply chains and provides a platform for businesses to present new technologies and products. This year, organisers placed a strong emphasis on artificial intelligence. As a result, the expo introduced a dedicated AI zone for the first time, reflecting growing interest in the technology and its expanding role across industries. Artificial Intelligence Takes Centre Stage The newly introduced artificial…

Shenzhou-23 Crew Advances Scientific Research And Health Tasks In Orbit The three astronauts aboard China’s Shenzhou-23 spacecraft have completed a busy week of scientific research, operational training and health management activities as they continue their mission aboard the country’s space station. Crew members Zhu Yangzhu, Zhang Zhiyuan and Li Jiaying, also known as Lai Ka-ying in Cantonese, carried out a series of experiments designed to deepen understanding of how long-duration spaceflight affects the human body and behaviour. During the week, the astronauts used a space Raman spectrometer to investigate gut microbiota and nutritional metabolism. The instrument identifies molecular compositions by…

A China-led team of scientists has developed an ultra-flexible brain implant electrode that could address one of the biggest challenges facing brain-computer interface (BCI) technology: the mismatch between rigid electrodes and soft brain tissue. Traditional implants often suffer from signal degradation over time because the brain’s natural movement can cause inflammation, scarring and damage around hard electrodes. The newly developed device is designed to match the softness of brain tissue, potentially improving long-term performance and biocompatibility. Record Conductivity and Signal Quality At the heart of the breakthrough is a new material known as an interfacial percolation conductive hydrogel, which achieved…

EU Ban on Chinese Solar Inverters Raises Concerns Over Costs and Climate Goals The European Union’s decision to block public funding for solar projects using Chinese-made inverters has sparked debate over the balance between energy security and the bloc’s renewable energy ambitions. The measure, introduced last month, reflects growing concerns that critical power infrastructure supplied by countries deemed high risk could expose Europe’s electricity grid to potential interference. While EU officials argue the restrictions are necessary to protect energy networks, industry groups and developers warn the policy could increase costs, slow solar deployment and complicate efforts to meet climate targets.…

US Expands Military-Linked Company List To Include Alibaba, Baidu And BYD The United States has expanded its list of companies it believes are linked to China’s military, adding several of the country’s most prominent technology and industrial firms, including Alibaba, Baidu and BYD. The move underscores Washington’s growing focus on national security concerns as competition between the world’s two largest economies intensifies. The updated list, released by the Pentagon on Monday, replaces an earlier version published in early 2025. It arrives less than a month after President Donald Trump met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, where both sides sought…

Singapore has ordered social media platforms to block access to 14 posts believed to have originated from China, accusing them of targeting the Indian community and attempting to undermine the country’s multicultural model. Source : https://newsonair.gov.in/singapore-blocks-online-posts-targeting-indian-community/ The Singapore Police Force issued Disabling Directions under the Online Criminal Harms Act 2023, requiring YouTube, Facebook and X to prevent users in Singapore from accessing the content. Speaking to reporters, Edwin Tong said the government would not tolerate foreign efforts to damage Singapore’s racial harmony. Posts Targeted Indian Community According to Singapore’s Ministry of Home Affairs, the content first appeared in Chinese-language online spaces…

Humanoid robots dressed in traditional qipaos have appeared at examination centres across China to cheer on students taking the country’s highly competitive university entrance exam, the Gaokao. According to Chinese media reports, robots were deployed at multiple exam venues on June 8 to encourage candidates and help ease nerves during the nationwide examination period. At a school in Hangzhou, robots wearing red qipaos performed dances for students arriving at the test centre. The performances drew smiles from candidates and parents gathered outside. In Shenzhen, robot traffic police officers helped manage entry points and greeted students with messages of encouragement, including…

China Launches Long March-8 Rocket As Foreign Tourists Marvel At Spectacle China successfully launched a Long March-8 carrier rocket on Friday from the commercial spacecraft launch site in Hainan Province, sending a new group of satellites into orbit. The mission highlighted the country’s growing space capabilities and attracted significant attention from visitors who gathered to witness the launch. The rocket lifted off from the launch facility in southern China, marking another successful mission for the Long March series, which plays a central role in the country’s expanding space programme. Successful Satellite Deployment The Long March-8 carrier rocket carried a group…

China’s Rare Earth Talent Pipeline Strengthens Its Global Processing Dominance China has spent decades building a specialised ecosystem to support its rare earth industry, with the city of Baotou emerging as a central hub for research, education and industrial development. The northern Chinese city has developed an extensive network of laboratories, universities and technical institutions that help transform rare earth minerals into high-value magnets used in jet engines, electric vehicles and wind turbines. This integrated system has played a significant role in maintaining China’s dominant position in the global supply of refined rare earths. As other countries seek to reduce…