Mirae launches China tech ETF

Mirae launches China tech ETF

Global X ETFs has launched the Global X China Core TECH ETF (3448) on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, offering investors access to China’s high-tech leaders. The ETF tracks the Mirae Asset China Tech Top 30 Index, which is designed to track mainland China and Hong Kong SAR’s leading technology companies by market capitalisation across next-generation technology sectors. These…

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Chinese father and son detained in Ukraine, accused of trying to smuggle out info on guided missile system

Chinese father and son detained in Ukraine, accused of trying to smuggle out info on guided missile system

Ukrainian officials said Wednesday that two Chinese nationals — a father and a son — had been detained and accused of attempting to illegally transfer classified documents on a key Ukrainian missile system to Beijing. According to a statement by the Ukrainian Prosecutor General’s office, an investigation by the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) intelligence…

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Australia news live: PM condemns ‘despicable’ antisemitism in handing down reform; Bridget McKenzie backs PBS against US | Australia news

Australia news live: PM condemns ‘despicable’ antisemitism in handing down reform; Bridget McKenzie backs PBS against US | Australia news

Reported incidents of antisemitism increased ‘over 300%’ in a year, says special envoy The prime minister is appearing alongside the special envoy to combat antisemitism, as she delivers recommendations in response to the alleged arson attack at a Melbourne synagogue. Anthony Albanese says: There is no place in Australia for antisemitism. The kind of hatred…

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China Unveils Mosquito-Sized Drone for Stealth Surveillance

China Unveils Mosquito-Sized Drone for Stealth Surveillance

China has unveiled a mosquito-sized drone that is attracting global attention for its extraordinary miniaturization and stealth. Developed by the National University of Defense Technology (NUDT) in Hunan province, this micro aerial vehicle (MAV) closely mimics a real mosquito in both appearance and movement. The project marks a significant advance in micro-robotics and brings to…

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China bans dual-use exports to Taiwanese entities

China bans dual-use exports to Taiwanese entities

LIMITED EFFECT? The policy shows Taipei’s ban on sensitive components being sourced from ‘red’ supply chains is on the right track, the defense ministry said By Shelley Shan / Staff reporter, with CNA China yesterday placed the Chungshan Institute of Science and Technology and seven Taiwanese companies on its export control list to “safeguard national…

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Chinese AI stocks to extend DeepSeek-driven run as Beijing counts on growth boost

Chinese AI stocks to extend DeepSeek-driven run as Beijing counts on growth boost

Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) stocks are expected to defy a slowdown across industries, as the mainland relies on the technology to boost business efficiency and revive economic growth, according to investors and analysts. Companies including Meituan and Xiaomi were set to benefit from a wave of AI integration that would transform business models, according to…

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India and China strive to reset ties but with caution

India and China strive to reset ties but with caution

Anbarasan Ethirajan South Asia Regional Editor Getty Images Fast-changing geopolitics has compelled Delhi to reach out to China to reset ties, experts say After years of border tensions, India and China appear to be gradually moving towards resetting ties – but larger challenges and suspicions remain. The visit of two senior Indian officials to China…

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