China
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financeChina Controls 60-70% of Global Lithium Refining - The EV Supply Chain Chokepoint
China dominates lithium chemical conversion-turning raw spodumene and brine into battery-grade lithium carbonate and hydroxide-despite holding just 21% of global mine output.
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worldChina's Fishing Fleet Formations Signal Gray-Zone Pressure on Taiwan
Satellite data reveals coordinated Chinese fishing vessels in the East China Sea, raising concerns over maritime militia operations and regional stability.
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worldChina Reboots Military Flights Near Taiwan After Two-Week Lull
Taiwan reports surge in Chinese military aircraft activity in the Strait after an unexplained absence, amid escalating rhetoric and strategic tensions ahead of Trump's visit to Beijing.
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techChina Greenlights First Commercial Brain Implant for Paralysis
World's first approved BCI device from Neuracle Medical Technology offers hope for paralyzed individuals to regain hand movement. Driven by thought, the technology signals a new era in assistive devices.
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financeVolkswagen Slashes 50,000 Jobs Amidst Profit Collapse
Volkswagen announces massive job cuts in Germany by 2030, citing a 44% profit slump and challenging market conditions.
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financeEVs Fall Short as Solution to Oil Shocks, Analyst Warns
Expert analysis questions the effectiveness of Electric Vehicles in mitigating oil price volatility and reducing oil dependence, particularly in contrast to China's strategy.
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worldChina's Exports Surge Amidst US Trade Tensions
Despite ongoing trade disputes with the United States, China's exports saw a significant jump in early 2024, defying expectations and positioning the nation for a robust trade surplus.
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worldUAE's Strategic Diplomacy: Navigating China Ties and Trump's Influence
Investigating the UAE's complex geopolitical maneuvering, balancing relationships with China and the Trump administration for technological and economic advantage.