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Chinese defense spokesperson slams "China threat" rhetoric in Japan's new defense white paper

A Chinese defense spokesperson on Tuesday refuted contents related to the Chinese military in Japan's new defense white paper, noting that it is hyping up the so-called "China threat" rhetoric, which merely serves as an excuse for Japan to ease restrictions on its own military buildup.

2026-08-05 17:32:36
Experts slam German industry federation’s warn of ‘China Shock 2.0’

The Federation of German Industries (BDI) reportedly warned that the growing problems with China are hitting the industry hard and across the board, claiming that it is "experiencing a China Shock 2.0." A Chinese expert said that Germany should face up to its own problems and enhance its competitiveness, noting that externalizing internal structural issues does not help truly solve the problems, nor will it promote win-win cooperation between China and Germany.

2026-08-04 11:00:57
US blacklisting of 43 Chinese firms under so-called ‘forced labor’ pretext, including dumpling and roasted seed companies, draws ridicule from Chinese netizens

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently added 43 Chinese companies to its "Entity List" under the so-called "Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act" (UFLPA), with the move taking effect on Monday. The targeted companies include firms from industries such as snacks and dumplings, prompting Chinese netizens to mock the absurd logic behind this US politically motivated move.

2026-08-04 10:18:58
Chinese Embassy in Pakistan confirms Chinese climber missing in Broad Peak avalanche, activating consular emergency response

The Chinese Embassy in Pakistan on Saturday confirmed that a Chinese mountaineer went missing in an avalanche near Broad Peak in Pakistan on Thursday, and has activated consular protection emergency response mechanism and urged Pakistani authorities to make every effort in the search and rescue operations. The embassy said it has maintained close communication with relevant Pakistani authorities, urging them to make every possible effort in the search and rescue operations and providing timely updates on its progress.

2026-08-03 10:47:03
Poll shows 76% in Japan support upholding Three Non-Nuclear Principles; Japanese society’s anti-nuclear sentiment remains strong despite Tokyo’s push to loosen policy: expert

Seventy-six percent of people in Japan support upholding the country's Three Non-Nuclear Principles of not possessing, not producing, and not permitting the introduction of nuclear weapons into its territory, Kyodo News reported Sunday, citing a nationwide opinion poll.

2026-08-03 09:39:24
African space initiative eyes participation in China’s Chang’e-8 lunar mission, embraces openness and inclusiveness: African program manager

Africa is seeking to move from being a participant in space science discussions to becoming an active contributor to humanity's exploration of the Moon and deep space, with the "Africa2Moon" initiative representing a new chapter in the continent's space ambitions, Carla Mitchell, mission director of the Africa2Moon initiative and Africa Program manager at the South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO), told the Global Times in a recent exclusive interview.

2026-08-03 09:37:57
Senior UN official: China's contribution extends beyond borders

Earle Courtenay Rattray, chef de cabinet to the UN secretary-general, spoke highly of China's contribution to global development at a high-level meeting marking the fifth anniversary of the Global Development Initiative, saying that China's contribution extends beyond its borders. He noted that the GDI partly mirrors China's own development journey and that China is well placed to share its development experience with developing countries.

2026-08-02 20:45:52
U.S. companies recognize strengths of Chinese economy, innovation system: USCBC president

U.S. companies recognize the strengths of China's economy and innovation system and are seeking to partner with Chinese companies to boost their competitiveness, Sean Stein, president of the U.S.-China Business Council (USCBC), said Friday.

2026-08-02 20:40:46
China says Japan's launch of national intelligence bureau another negative move in security policies

The establishment of Japan's national intelligence bureau represents yet another negative move in its domestic and external security policies, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Friday.

2026-08-01 19:17:05
China-EU trade and investment consultation mechanism to hold 2nd meeting this fall: MOFCOM spokesperson

China is willing to maintain high-frequency communication with the EU, show mutual respect and meet each other halfway, explore practical and feasible solutions to each other's concerns in the economic and trade sectors, promote the upward balancing and forward development of China-EU trade, and maintain the stability and balance of the China-EU key trading partnership, China's Ministry of Commerce spokesperson He Yadong said at a regular press conference on Thursday.

2026-07-31 09:52:52

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