H-1B Fee Hike: $100K Shock Rocks Global Tech
US executive order hikes annual H-1B employer fee to $100,000, triggering confusion across global tech. We break down the program and its biggest winners and losers.
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China’s Financial Sector Hits New Highs in 14th Five-Year Plan
China’s financial sector reached record assets, mitigated risks, and boosted long-term capital during the 14th Five-Year Plan, setting the stage for high-quality growth.
De Beers Sees Diamond Demand Stabilize as China Steps Up
De Beers reports recovering diamond demand as challenges from lab-grown gems and tariffs ease. China emerges as a key market, says Paul Rowley of De Beers Group.
Global Investors Flock Back to Chinese Stocks in 2025
Foreign capital surged back into the Chinese market in August 2025, marking the largest net stock purchases since September 2024 amid strong policy support and tech opportunities.
AI Takes Center Stage at 22nd China-ASEAN Expo in Nanning
At the 22nd China-ASEAN Expo in Nanning, Chinese mainland and ASEAN innovators teamed up in AI pavilions and forums to boost regional supply chains and smart tech.
Chongqing Expo Revvs Up Global Motorcycle Innovation
Record 950 exhibitors from the U.S., Italy, Germany and beyond gather at Chongqing’s 2025 Motorcycle Expo to showcase the latest bikes and e-vehicles.
New $100K H-1B Visa Fee Stirs Global Tech and Talent Concerns
A surprise one-time $100K fee for H-1B visas rattles US tech firms and sparks concern in India and beyond.
Web Summit Founder Warns West: Blocking Chinese Innovation Backfires
Web Summit’s Paddy Cosgrave warns restrictive policies blocking the Chinese mainland’s innovation could backfire on the West, urging open global collaboration.
Chinese mainland’s green shift: world’s largest carbon market boosts low-carbon drive
Explore how the Chinese mainland has launched the world’s largest carbon market covering 60% of emissions, upgraded coal and steel for ultra-low emissions, and driven air and water quality gains.
China-ASEAN Trade Partnership Grows Stronger in 2025
China and ASEAN defy global headwinds with $597bn trade in Jan–Jul 2025, up 8.2%, fueled by upgrades to the Free Trade Area and deepening economic cooperation.