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  • Surviving the Tariffs -- How Chinese Factories Adapted to the Trade War

    Surviving the Tariffs -- How Chinese Factories Adapted to the Trade War

    The trade war initiated by the Trump administration sent shockwaves through global manufacturing. Broad tariffs on hundreds of billions of dollars worth of Chinese goods threatened the survival of factories built entirely on exporting to the United States. Yet, a massive collapse of the Chinese manufacturing sector did not happen. Instead, these facilities pivoted. Through strategic shifts, geographic moves, and heavy investments, Chinese factories found specific ways to weather the storm and maintain their global presence.

    economy
  • How Powerful Is China's Short Video Algorithm?

    How Powerful Is China's Short Video Algorithm?

    China's short video algorithm — powering Douyin (the domestic twin of TikTok) — is widely considered the most sophisticated content recommendation system in the world. Discover how it works, what data it collects, and why it keeps 700 million users scrolling for nearly an hour every single day.

    culture
  • How Chinese Technology Helps Transform Agriculture in the Global South

    How Chinese Technology Helps Transform Agriculture in the Global South

    Facing global challenges such as climate change and food security, China is sharing its agricultural technologies and expertise with developing countries. From advanced breeding research in Hainan to "Science and Technology Backyards" in Africa, China is helping Global South nations build their own paths toward sustainable and resilient agriculture.

    tech
  • Land Power Breakthrough

    Land Power Breakthrough

    As the Strait of Hormuz faces unprecedented disruption, China has demonstrated remarkable strategic resilience.

    travel