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China’s First Purpose-built Autonomous Robotaxi Prototype Coming Soon; CaoCao’s Deeply Customized Version Scheduled for Mass Production in 2027

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Caocao Inc. HangZhou, China, April 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On April 21, Geely Auto Group announced that it will unveil China’s first purpose-built native-developed Robotaxi prototype at the Auto China 2026 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. CaoCao’s deeply customized version is scheduled for mass production in 2027, with commercial operations to be launched subsequently. The…

Former Hong Kong trade office chief contesting UK local elections for Reform

2 hours ago02 mins

A former director of Hong Kong’s Economic and Trade Offices (ETO) in Jakarta and Bangkok is standing in the United Kingdom local elections for the right-wing Reform UK party. Lee Sheung-yuen, who left government in 2023 after serving as the first director of the Bangkok ETO and concurrently served as director general of its Jakarta…

Taiwan’s president cancels Africa trip citing Chinese pressure

4 hours ago05 mins

Taiwan’s president Lai Ching-te said only the people of Taiwan can decide their future and rejected Beijing’s sovereignty claims. (EPA Images pic) TAIPEI: Taiwan president Lai Ching-te said today he had cancelled his trip to Eswatini this week, after his government accused China of pressing three other African countries to revoke permission for his aircraft…

A chart showing Apple’s end of year market capitalization under Tim Cook

Apple’s new boss faces dual challenge in China

6 hours ago01 mins

Apple’s new CEO must navigate twin challenges in China — of competing in an increasingly fractured market, while maintaining efforts to reduce reliance on the country as a supplier. Outgoing boss Tim Cook won plaudits from analysts and investors for adroitly managing Apple’s relations with Beijing, even as tensions intensified between the US and China:…

Premium for mainland China shares erodes – or flips – as capital flows to Hong Kong

7 hours ago03 mins

A long-standing pricing gap between the mainland China-listed and Hong Kong shares of dual-listed companies has narrowed – and in some cases reversed – as global investors re-rate China’s technology companies. The Hang Seng AH Premium Index, a widely watched gauge of the valuation gap between dual-listed companies’ A shares trading on mainland exchanges and…

China opens the gate to more Aussie beef with new export licences for several facilities

7 hours ago06 mins

China has granted export licences to eight new Australian facilities to start supplying beef, just months after introducing a range of trade measures and tariffs to protect its domestic cattle industry. China’s customs website (GACC) shows late on Friday (April 17), China approved access to six distribution centres (cold stores) and also two abattoirs —…

China Cycle 2026: Elitewheels & evolve

8 hours ago04 mins

What’s Next After the 4.95kg Build? SHANGHAI, April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Last year at China Cycle 2025, Elitewheels and evolve turned heads with a complete build weighing just 4.95kg. Now, the question on everyone’s mind: Will the sub – 4.95kg barrier be broken? The pursuit of lighter, faster, and more aerodynamic innovation never stops….

Tim Sypko has been managing director of Hong Kong Disneyland since last November.

Hong Kong Disneyland builds on solid 20th anniversary performance with further expansion

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The year-long celebrations to mark Hong Kong Disneyland Resort’s 20th anniversary will run until June, still giving visitors from around the world plenty of opportunity to experience the thrills and excitement of what is billed as “The Most Magical Party of All”. The milestone event has already been a resounding success on many levels, showcasing…

First Hualong One nuclear power unit in China’s Greater Bay Area starts power generation

14 hours ago05 mins

The first Hualong One nuclear power unit in south China’s Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area officially entered commercial operation on Monday. The newly commissioned Unit 1 of China General Nuclear Power Group (CGN) Guangdong Taipingling Nuclear Power Project achieved multiple key technological breakthroughs and completed 26 major design upgrades, according to engineers. It also marked…

Hong Kong to launch public consultation on first 5-year plan this quarter

15 hours ago02 mins

The Hong Kong government plans to launch a public consultation this quarter on the city’s first five-year plan aligned with national development, aiming to gather views on which policies the government should focus on in the coming years. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said on Tuesday that Hong Kong’s five-year plan would bring numerous benefits,…