Industry leader: China’s zero-tariff policy will enhance Africa’s export confidence, global trade stability

Industry leader: China’s zero-tariff policy will enhance Africa’s export confidence, global trade stability

The initiative comes at a critical time for Africa’s agricultural expansion, particularly for South Africa’s fast-growing citrus sector, he said.

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Are Chinese innovations dwarfing American AI? Why dark-money campaign is rewarding influencers to frame foreign AI as a threat

Are Chinese innovations dwarfing American AI? Why dark-money campaign is rewarding influencers to frame foreign AI as a threat

Marketing agencies are pitching influencers deals such as $5,000 per TikTok video to amplify Build American AI’s messaging about how China’s technological rise should be seen as a threat.

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Dissipating obsession with beggar-thy-neighbour mentality: Why China is Africa’s most willing, trusted partner

Dissipating obsession with beggar-thy-neighbour mentality: Why China is Africa’s most willing, trusted partner

What’s unfolding here is a win-win story, as the policy creates conditions for expanding African exports to China, while at the same time enriching the supply in the Chinese market and offering consumers more diverse choices.

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Bitter, spicy, sour and sweet: How Africa’s flavours are conquering receptive Chinese markets

Bitter, spicy, sour and sweet: How Africa’s flavours are conquering receptive Chinese markets

Today, Ethiopia churns out 600,000 tonnes of coffee a year. For some 25 million people – roughly a fifth of the population – it is the bedrock of their livelihood and the country’s premier export.

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For 45 years, Chinese medical team brings healing, hope to Djibouti

For 45 years, Chinese medical team brings healing, hope to Djibouti

Outside the traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) clinic, patients lined up early for treatment that brought relief to many. Inside, Chinese doctors moved from bed to bed, placing acupuncture needles, reviewing case files and attending to patients with practiced efficiency. “This is my 11th acupuncture treatment, and I feel much better now,” a local resident surnamed Rida said.

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Beyond ‘brain in jar’ industrial artificial intelligence is redefining factory floor

Beyond ‘brain in jar’ industrial artificial intelligence is redefining factory floor

Users submit customisation requests through an AI chat interface, while backend AI coordinates the appropriate design tools. AI agents manage production autonomously, humanoid robots transport the soles through the manufacturing process and AI-controlled robots complete final packaging.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping calls for normal flow in Strait of Hormuz to forestall imminent economic turmoil

Chinese President Xi Jinping calls for normal flow in Strait of Hormuz to forestall imminent economic turmoil

On the current situation in the Middle East and the Gulf region, Xi stressed that China calls for an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire and cessation of hostilities, supports all efforts conducive to restoring peace, and remains committed to resolving disputes through political and diplomatic means.

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‘Chinese car brands hailed as ‘coming in South African market with a bang’ as Jetour launches PHEV SUVs in Pretoria

‘Chinese car brands hailed as ‘coming in South African market with a bang’ as Jetour launches PHEV SUVs in Pretoria

Yuan Anguo, vice president of Jetour International, said that since entering the South African market in September 2024, Jetour’s monthly sales have risen from about 400 units to over 1,800 units, reflecting strong market acceptance.

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Why China’s manufacturing sector is on the sprint as US-Israel versus Iran war hobbles rest of the world

Why China’s manufacturing sector is on the sprint as US-Israel versus Iran war hobbles rest of the world

Hailed by international media as a testament to China’s manufacturing strength and comprehensive local supply chain, the victory highlights a larger reality: as global economic turbulence intensifies, China’s manufacturing sector is proving its resilience and capacity for high-quality growth.

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Chinese President Jinping joins push for Middle East peace and stability with four-point proposal

Chinese President Jinping joins push for Middle East peace and stability with four-point proposal

It is imperative to promote the building of a common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security architecture for the Middle East and the Gulf region, he noted.

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