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21-10-2025
China has introduced a new K-visa aimed at attracting global tech talent, a move that has garnered international interest but sparked domestic controversy. The country has historically been unwelcoming to immigrants, with less than 0.1% of its population being foreign-born. The new visa is part of China's strategy to seize the geopolitical moment and compete with the US in the war for tech talent. While the details of the K-visa are scarce, it represents a bold vision by China's leaders to open up the country to bright young individuals. The move is seen as a potential gain for China at the expense of the US, particularly in the context of the H-1B visa program.
Entities: China, America, US, Xi Jinping, K-visa • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
21-10-2025
The article discusses the emerging debate about China's economic model, with the rest of the world expressing concerns about the impact of Chinese exports, while China remains convinced of its model's rightness. The debate has shifted from whether China's economy is sustainable to how the world should respond to its growing economic influence. China's economic accomplishments are admired globally, but its exports have caused a backlash, with many countries struggling to cope with the deluge of Chinese goods. Meanwhile, China is resolute in its economic approach, dismissing foreign concerns.
Entities: China, US, Xi Jinping, The Economist, Chinese economy • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
21-10-2025
The Drum Tower newsletter discusses the complex and uneasy relationship between China and America, highlighting the impacts of China's rare-earth controls and the implications for their bilateral relations. The article touches on various aspects of their interactions, including trade talks, China's economic model, and the competition for tech talent. It notes that both countries lack seasoned interlocutors, leading to unproductive trade talks, and that China is confident in its economic model despite foreign concerns. The newsletter also covers other China-related topics, such as Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign and China's alternative to the US H-1B visa.
Entities: China, America, Simon Cox, Xi Jinping, US • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
21-10-2025
The article discusses the escalating trade tensions between the United States and China, highlighting the dangerous dynamic that has emerged. The author argues that a balance of economic terror is not a stable foundation for international relations. The recent spat between the two nations, triggered by China's new export controls on batteries and rare earths, has led to retaliatory threats from the US. The article suggests that this tit-for-tat approach is not only harmful to the two countries but also has broader implications for global stability. The author warns that the current trajectory is unsustainable and that the world faces significant risks as a result of the rising tensions.
Entities: United States, China, Donald Trump, Beijing, Ministry of Commerce • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: warn
21-10-2025
The article discusses China's rapid development and implementation of self-driving technology, highlighting a recent accident involving a Xiaomi electric vehicle that raised concerns about the governance and regulation of autonomous driving in China. The incident sparked heated discussions about the pros and cons of China's approach to self-driving tech, with some questioning the safety and efficacy of the technology. The article suggests that China's 'responsive regulation' and numerous experiments are key factors powering its self-driving car industry.
Entities: China, Anhui, Xiaomi, SU7 electric vehicle, autopilot system • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
