China accuses UK of false accusations against Chinese citizens May 25, 2024 China accused Britain on Saturday of false accusation, “wanton stigmatisation” and arbitrary arrests after the unexplained death of a man charged with illegally assisting Hong Kong’s foreign intelligence service. China’s foreign ministry office in Hong Kong said in a statement on its website that it strongly condemned Britain for what it said were false accusations [...]
Formula E and motorsport at heart of a China waking from its slumber May 25, 2024 In Rome’s Palazzo dei Congressi last summer, Formula E chief executive told City A.M. that a return to racing in China after four years was on the cards. “We need to be in mainland China,” he said. “I know we can dance around that a bit but we need to be in mainland China. “Every [...]
Why the prospect of a Shein listing is dividing the City of London May 22, 2024 Shein's plans to reportedly float on the London Stock Exchange have been seen as a welcome boost in some quarters. But the Chinese founded fast-fashion giant is posing difficult questions for the City, writes Charlie Conchie
The Notebook: There’s only one thing bridging the Westminster divide: Taylor Swift May 20, 2024 Michael Martins takes the Notebook pen to talk Labour hiring, Westminster politics, and the diplomatic powerhouse that is Miss Taylor Swift.
Chinese central bank holds rates after authorities unveil historic property sector rescue May 20, 2024 The Chinese central bank maintains its key lending rates following the unveiling of a historic property sector rescue plan by authorities.
China’s BYD nears deal to supply London’s electric double decker buses May 19, 2024 Chinese automaker BYD is closing in on a deal that would see it supply all-electric double decker buses in London.
Guerrilla influencers and AI news anchors, China is ramping up its propaganda machine May 19, 2024 China's propaganda machine is embracing AI - but there are limits to what tech can do with bad storytelling, writes Ruby Osman.
FTSE 100 today: London markets set for muted opening as global stock rally cools down May 17, 2024 Asian stocks fell as Wall Street's rally faded, oil prices surged. Reddit shares soared. Land Securities' results and EU inflation eyed.
China’s April economic data disappoint: recovery in domestic demand hits a snag May 17, 2024 China faced a bit of a setback on the economic front in April, disappointing market expectations.
Shein favours London for blockbuster IPO as China fears spike New York float May 16, 2024 Ultra fast-fashion retailer Shein could favour London instead of New York for its blockbuster IPO, as bosses at the global retailer fail to convince US lawmakers the company is not controlled by China.