Baidu, often referred to as ‘China’s Google,’ has announced plans to trial its self-driving Apollo Go taxis on UK and German roads in 2026. This expansion, in partnership with ride-hailing
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Ed Miliband, the UK Energy Secretary, is under mounting scrutiny for withholding details of a net zero cooperation agreement signed with China earlier this year. Despite growing demands for transparency,
Apple has secured a £500m agreement with MP Materials, a US-based mining firm, for the supply of rare earth magnets, a critical component in electronics manufacturing. The deal comes as
China’s economy demonstrated surprising resilience in the second quarter of 2025, defying expectations despite facing significant headwinds. Gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 5.2% year-on-year during the April to June
Pascal Soriot, AstraZeneca’s chief executive, made waves at this year’s Boao Forum in China by boldly declaring the nation’s position as a key innovator in the pharmaceutical industry. His stance,
The Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds has received assurances regarding the future of Lotus’s Norfolk manufacturing facility following crucial discussions with its Chinese proprietor over the weekend. The talks arose amid
In a significant development for the UK automotive sector, Chinese manufacturer Chery Auto is evaluating plans to establish its second European manufacturing facility in Britain. The announcement comes as the
China is alleviating its stringent regulations on the exportation of rare earth elements by sanctioning “a certain number” of export permits, according to a statement from the nation’s commerce ministry.
The proposed Chinese “super-embassy” development in London has encountered fresh obstacles following significant US intervention, casting uncertainty over its future. The White House’s expression of deep concern regarding potential Chinese
Donald Trump has confirmed he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in China following a positive phone conversation discussing trade relations between the two largest economies in the world. The
China appears poised to make a significant shift in its aviation strategy by potentially ordering up to 500 aircraft from the European manufacturer Airbus. This move, reported by Bloomberg, comes
Technology shares experienced a notable boost on Thursday, driven by Nvidia’s strong financial performance. The Stoxx Europe tech index rose by 0.8% following the company’s results, while Nvidia’s own shares
Beijing confronts a pivotal choice regarding its massive US treasury holdings amidst escalating trade tensions with Washington. The world’s second-largest economy must weigh the risks of economic turmoil against accepting
Two of China’s largest fast-fashion retailers have announced imminent price increases for their US customers as they grapple with Donald Trump’s substantial tariff implementations. Both Temu and Shein will face
The Chinese Embassy has launched a scathing attack on UK politicians, accusing them of “arrogance, ignorance and a twisted mindset” amid escalating tensions over the British Steel crisis. The diplomatic
The escalating tension between China and the Trump administration has reached unprecedented levels, marking what experts believe could be a pivotal moment in the global balance of power. Beijing’s strategic