'Naïve' to think China will depend on U.S. chips, its 'Delete America' program will extend to chips

    Chinese chip firms post record high revenue on AI boom, U.S. curbs

    China is focusing on large language models in the artificial intelligence space. Blackdovfx | Istock | Getty Images Chinese semiconductor firms have reported record revenue last year driven by AI demand, a shortage of memory chips and U.S. export restrictions that have pushed Beijing to bolster its homegrown tech industry. Analysts and the companies themselves…

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      US Accuses China of Harassing Panama-Flagged Ships

      The Port of Balboa at the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal. (Walter Hurtado/Bloomberg) April 2, 2026 3:32 PM, EDT Key Takeaways: The U.S. accused China of harassing and detaining Panama-flagged ships after Panama’s Supreme Court voided CK Hutchison port contracts near the Panama Canal. Officials said the allegations heighten U.S.-China tensions before President Donald…

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        Top Canadian bankers join finance minister on Chinese trade mission

        Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Representatives from some of the country’s most powerful financial institutions have joined a trade mission to China to promote Canada in…

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          Starbucks and Boyu Capital Finalize Joint Venture for China Growth

          Got story updates? Submit your updates here. › The strategic partnership between Starbucks and Boyu Capital aims to accelerate the coffee giant’s growth in the lucrative Chinese market.Seattle Today Starbucks Corporation and Boyu Capital, a leading Chinese private equity firm, have finalized a joint venture agreement to accelerate Starbucks’ long-term growth strategy in China. The…

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            US ‘stands firmly with Panama’ over ships detained by China

            Washington and Beijing accuse each other of seeking to control the Panama Canal, a vital trade link between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. (EPA Images pic) WASHINGTON: The US on Thursday expressed support for Panama after China was accused of detaining Panama-flagged ships in a dispute over control of the Central American country’s strategic canal….

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