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Chen Jining Boosts Hu Haifeng, Courts Hu Jintao, Abandons Xi Jinping?
In a recent report by Chinese Communist Party (CCP) state media on the opening of the 2025 Lujiazui Forum in Shanghai, it was striking to observers that Hu Haifeng—the son of former CCP leader Hu Jintao—attended the opening ceremony and unveiled the plaque for the China Capital Market Society.
Strange Atmosphere in Zhongnanhai: Rumors of Wang Qishan Under House Arrest
On October 11, a report from the Chinese Journalists Protection Association and the Independent Journalists Investigation Association went viral on social media platform X, stating that former CCP Vice President and Secretary of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, Wang Qishan, along with his secretary, family, and close staff, was placed under house arrest at his residence outside the East Gate of the Forbidden City in Beijing on the night of October 7.
Dispute Over A-share Fluctuations: Chinese Economist and Private Equity Tycoon Banned From Speaking
Recently, China's A-shares market experienced significant volatility. Ren Zeping, former chief economist of Evergrande, and Dan Bin, chairman of Oriental Harbor Private Equity, engaged in a heated debate over whether sharp rises in stock prices would lead to inevitable crashes. Their debate lasted several days. On October 15, their social media accounts were banned by the authorities.
Former Heilongjiang Official Li Chuanliang, Accused of Corruption by the CCP, Responds to the Allegations
Recently, Chinese media reported on the massive "corruption" involving former Vice Mayor of Jixi City, Heilongjiang Province, Li Chuanliang, who fled the country. Reporters from The Epoch Times contacted Li Chuanliang, who now resides in the United States, and he provided an initial response.
Housing Prices in Major Cities Drop Nationwide, "Shanghai’s Luxury Home Market in Crisis"
The Chinese real estate market continues to slump, with home prices falling in 70 cities across the country. The luxury home market has also experienced a dramatic shift. Some of Shanghai's most expensive properties have seen their prices slashed nearly in half, as property owners lose confidence in the real estate market's long-term outlook.
Former Director of Henan Provincial Department of Justice Wang Wenhai Dies in Prison Before Second Trial Verdict
Former Director of the Henan Provincial Department of Justice, Wang Wenhai, who had already fallen from power, passed away due to illness on October 13. His related legal case has concluded its second trial, but a verdict has yet to be delivered.
Why Did Chinese State Media Distort the Israeli Foreign Minister's Remarks? What is the CCP Afraid of?
According to a report from Chinese state media, on October 14, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, a member of the Communist Party of China's (CPC) Politburo, had a phone call with Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen. In the report, Cohen "shared Israel's views and concerns on the regional situation," stating that "developing relations with China is a consistent Israeli policy and aligns with the mutual interests of both nations. The Israeli government upholds its long-standing position on the Taiwan issue."
China's Economy Set to Grow 4.8% in 2024, Missing Target: Reuters Poll
CHINA-ECONOMY-POLL:China's economy set to grow 4.8% in 2024, missing target: Reuters poll
Takeaways From China's Latest War Games Around Taiwan
China said its day of war games around democratically governed Taiwan on Monday was a warning against "separatist acts" and threatened more could be in the offing, drawing condemnation from the governments of Taiwan and the United States.
Hong Kong Policy Address Seen Pivoting From Security to Economic Growth
Hong Kong is expected to announce measures to boost the city's economy in its annual policy address on Wednesday, including slashing liquor tariffs, as it seeks to revive the financial hub which has been struggling to recover since the pandemic.
China Banks Weigh Trimming Deposit Rates as Early as This Week, Bloomberg News Reports
Chinese banks are set to cut rates on 300 trillion yuan ($42.20 trillion) of deposits as soon as this week, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with the matter.
China May Raise $850 Billion in New Debt Over Three Years to Spur Growth, Says Report
China may raise an additional 6 trillion yuan ($850 billion) from special treasury bonds over three years to help bolster a sagging economy through expanded fiscal stimulus, Caixin Global reported, citing multiple sources with knowledge of the matter.
Pentagon Slams 'Destabilizing' Chinese War Games Around Taiwan
TAIWAN-CHINA-USA-PENTAGON:Pentagon slams 'destabilizing' Chinese war games around Taiwan
China's COMAC ARJ21 Regional Jet Painted With C909 Branding, Images Show
CHINA-AVIATION-COMAC:China's COMAC ARJ21 regional jet painted with C909 branding, images show
Morning Bid: China Stimulus Gets Mixed Reviews
GLOBAL-MARKETS-VIEW-EUROPE:Morning Bid: China stimulus gets mixed reviews
Dollar Extends Gains While Investors Parse China's Stimulus Plans
The dollar extended its gains in early Monday trades in Asia as a holiday in Japan sapped liquidity, leaving China's somewhat disappointing weekend stimulus announcements the focus of market attention.
Asia Shares Await China Markets' Response to Detail-thin Stimulus Pledges
GLOBAL-MARKETS:Asia shares await China markets' response to detail-thin stimulus pledges
China Starts New Round of War Games Near Taiwan
TAIWAN-CHINA:China starts new round of war games near Taiwan
Indonesia Asks Apple, Google to Block China's Temu to Protect Small Merchants
INDONESIA-TECHNOLOGY-TEMU:Indonesia asks Apple, Google to block China's Temu to protect small merchants
US official accuses Russia and China of blocking Asia leaders' statement
ASEAN-LAOS-USA:US official accuses Russia and China of blocking Asia leaders' statement
Taiwanese Flock to China Religious Festival Despite Tensions
CHINA-TAIWAN-RELIGION:Taiwanese flock to China religious festival despite tensions