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Is the era of ’’Made in China’’ coming to an End?

Many once-thriving factories now stand completely deserted. Some have been forced to sell off their equipment to pay outstanding wages.

By Daily Mirror Feb. 20, 2025

Is the era of ’’Made in China’’ coming to an End?

China's central bank governor says stable yuan key to global financial stability

People's Bank of China Governor Pan Gongsheng told a conference in Saudi Arabia that while most currencies have fallen against the dollar, the yuan has remained stable.

By Reuters Feb. 17, 2025

China's central bank governor says stable yuan key to global financial stability

She said no: marriages in China plummet to record low

Marriages in China dropped from 7.7m in 2023 to 6.1m last year, data from China’s civil affairs ministry showed.

By The Guardian Feb. 12, 2025

She said no: marriages in China plummet to record low

Zimra raids, destroys smugglers' boats

The latest intelligence-driven operation targeted five notorious smuggling corridors, informally known as Valley 1 & 2, Proof, Godfather, and Thembani.

By Rex Mphisa Feb. 11, 2025

Flipside of corruption: when thousands of anti-graft officials in China end up becoming corrupt

In recent days, this can be seen in the case of Yang Wei, the chief designer of China’s first stealth fighter, the J-20, or rocket expert Hao Zhaoping.

By Thesingaporepost.com Feb. 11, 2025

Flipside of corruption: when thousands of anti-graft officials in China end up becoming corrupt

Is China trying to further ensnare Sri Lanka in its debt trap?

China provided loans at a 4% interest rate, with a shorter repayment period of around 10 years, compared to 24 to 28 years for loans from Japan and other Western countries.

By Daily Mirror Feb. 10, 2025

Is China trying to further ensnare Sri Lanka in its debt trap?

China’s industrial giants in desolation

In 2024, a staggering 460,000 private enterprises in China shuttered, matching the previous year’s total.

By The Hongkong Post Feb. 7, 2025

China's Labor Exploitation Goes Global

Host countries must strengthen their labor inspection regimes and ensure that Chinese companies comply fully with local laws and international labor standards.

By Correspondent Feb. 5, 2025

Chinese firm defers US$1,8bn lithium mine acquisition deal

The company plans to issue restricted shares and promissory notes to fund the acquisition for a maximum of US$1,75 billion, with an initial payment of US$140 million.

By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Jan. 31, 2025