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China Stresses Expanding AI in New Development Push China has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating artificial intelligence (AI) development, placing greater emphasis on technological innovation, commercial adoption and international cooperation as part of its broader economic strategy. Premier Li Qiang chaired a State Council executive meeting on Monday, where officials reviewed the progress of AI development, assessed the current foreign trade situation and discussed measures to strengthen China’s position as a global trading powerhouse. The meeting also reviewed and approved an action plan on carbon peaking and a national health plan for the 15th Five-Year Plan period, covering 2026 to…

China Releases Second Batch of Qingzhou Scientific Achievements China has unveiled the second batch of scientific achievements from the Qingzhou cargo spacecraft test vehicle, highlighting progress in several key areas of space technology. The latest results focus on precision measurement in space, reducing the cost and improving the efficiency of space missions, developing technologies for a future space hospital, and advancing space-based biological cultivation. The newly released achievements, announced on Monday, demonstrate the continued testing of technologies that could support the long-term operation of China’s space programme. According to the Innovation Academy for Microsatellites of the Chinese Academy of Sciences,…

Shenzhou-23 Crew Advances Space Research Aboard Tiangong Station The crew of the Shenzhou-23 spacecraft has completed a series of scientific experiments aboard the orbiting Tiangong space station during the past week, contributing to ongoing research in space medicine, robotics and microgravity science. The three taikonauts, Zhu Yangzhu, Zhang Zhiyuan and Lai Ka-ying, arrived at the space station on May 25. Since then, they have carried out a broad range of experiments focused on human health, electroencephalogram (EEG) studies, human-robot interaction and physical sciences in a microgravity environment. Space Medicine Experiments Continue The crew used ultrasound diagnostic equipment to assist one…

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…