China’s StarVision to Launch “Samarkand 2028” Satellite for Uzbekistan in May
Uzbekistan is also preparing to send its first astronaut into space
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China Eastern Launches Shanghai–Tashkent Route
The aircraft was welcomed with a traditional water salute
China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan Railway Targeted For 2030 Launch
Construction of the railway began in 2023
Uzbekistan Advances Water Infrastructure Overhaul with China’s LEO Group
Tashkent advances water management reform with new pumping stations and engineering technopark plans
Uzbekistan, China’s Hainan Xintanbo Eye New Investment Projects in Andijan
Tashkent and Chinese investors discuss real estate and infrastructure initiatives to boost regional development in eastern Uzbekistan
China Approves Ethnic Unity Law Promoting Mandarin Nationwide
New legislation approved by China’s parliament will require schools to prioritize Mandarin, drawing criticism from minority rights advocates
Uzbekistan, China’s ZTE Sign Cooperation Deal on Telecom and Data Centers
Agreement signed at Mobile World Congress focuses on next-generation telecom technologies and digital infrastructure modernisation
China Unveils Sweeping Reforms to Tackle Population Decline
China has introduced a sweeping five-year plan aimed at creating a “childbirth-friendly society” through expanded childcare, healthcare and family support policies
China Plans New Law Promoting Mandarin as Main Language Nationwide
Proposed legislation in China would expand the use of Mandarin in schools and public life, affecting ethnic minority languages
Xi’s Military Purge Could Hinder China’s Taiwan Ambitions, Analysts Warn
A sweeping crackdown on senior PLA officials could weaken China’s short-term military readiness despite consolidating Xi Jinping’s control
Jimmy Lai Jailed for 20 Years in Hong Kong for Collusion and Sedition
Dozens queued for days to attend the hearing
China’s TBEA to Modernise Three Hydro Plants in Tashkent
The combined capacity of the plants will rise to 32.4 MW
U.S. Senators Call for Pentagon Review of SpaceX Over Alleged Chinese Investment
SpaceX plays a critical role in U.S. national security
Chinese Rocket Splashes Down in South Pacific after UK Emergency Preparations
Britain prepared emergency systems as uncontrolled Chinese Zhuque-3 rocket re-entered Earth’s atmosphere
China’s Low-Cost EVs and E-Commerce Goods Flood Latin America, Triggering Trade Backlash
Governments in Brazil, Mexico and Chile move to curb Chinese imports as trade deficits widen and local industries face growing pressure
Octopus Energy Strikes Landmark Deal to Supply Renewable Power in China
UK’s largest energy supplier partners with Chinese state-backed utility as Britain seeks closer economic ties with Beijing
China Expands Anti-Corruption Purge as Emergencies Minister Faces Investigation
Probe into Wang Xiangxi underscores Xi Jinping’s drive to tighten control over senior officials and the military
AstraZeneca to Invest $15 Bn in China by 2030 During UK PM Starmer’s Beijing Visit
UK drugmaker announces its largest-ever China investment, boosting manufacturing and R&D amid shifting global trade ties
Ai Weiwei Returns to China After a Decade, Describes Visit as Emotionally Significant
Dissident artist describes quiet visit to Beijing as emotionally significant
Philippines Voices Alarm Over Escalating Diplomatic Exchanges With China
Manila warns heated exchanges over South China Sea dispute could undermine diplomacy
Xi Jinping Congratulates India on Republic Day, Calls for Stronger Bilateral Ties
Chinese leader says bilateral ties have improved and urges deeper cooperation between the two Asian powers
Japan Bids Farewell To Its Last Giant Pandas
Japan will have no pandas for the first time since 1972
Italy and Germany Push for Global Deal to Curb China’s Grip on Raw Materials
Rome and Berlin push for common strategy on pricing and supply chains, says Italy’s foreign minister
Hong Kong Court Begins Trial of Former Tiananmen Vigil Leaders
The events of June 4, 1989 are not publicly discussed in mainland China