Latest China News
China remains at the center stage of the world, with the most significant events making headlines in different sectors ranging from megaprojects and international diplomacy to cybersecurity and governance at home. A glimpse at the most popular and most watched China news articles as of July 23, 2025.
China Begins Construction on World's Largest Hydropower Dam in Tibet
China has begun officially building what is set to be the world's biggest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo River in Tibet, sparking international controversies. It will be over twice the capacity of the Three Gorges Dam and escalate geopolitics, particularly with nations downstream such as India and Bangladesh insecure about water security and the environment.
Read more on The Guardian
U.S. Federal Employee Barred from Leaving China Amid Diplomatic Row
In a development that has sent alarm bells ringing in Washington, China has placed an exit ban on a U.S. Patent and Trademark Office worker, citing inconsistencies in travel papers. It comes just days after a Wells Fargo employee faced a similar ban, forcing the bank to suspend employee travel to China.
Read complete story on AP News
Large China-Linked Cyberattack on U.S. Government Agencies
At least three China-associated hacking groups carried out a large cyberattack on Microsoft SharePoint servers, compromising nearly 100 global organizations, including some U.S. federal agencies. Identified groups like Violet Typhoon are believed to have carried out the attack, making this a single-biggest breach of 2025.
Read the full report by Politico
Due to growing cybersecurity threats, BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, has implemented a strict travel policy prohibiting employees from bringing company-supplied laptops, phones, or VPNs to China. Travelers must, instead, employ temporary "loaner" devices. This move reflects increased prudence by multinational companies in dealing with China.
Continue reading via Reuters
China Expands UN Influence as U.S. Withdraws
China is rapidly expanding its presence at the United Nations, including in Geneva, to plug diplomatic holes left by a receding U.S. diplomatic corps. With additional staff, funds, and Global South diplomatic partners, China aims to shape world standards and regulation on topics like human rights and technology.
See this analysis at Financial Times
Jiangsu Closing Economic Gap with Guangdong
Chinese economic data from the National Bureau of Statistics show Jiangsu province rapidly narrowing the gap with Guangdong in GDP growth thanks to technological innovation and upgrading of the manufacturing sector. The shift is a redistribution of economic momentum among China's powerhouse provinces.
In-depth article available at South China Morning Post
⚠️ Lead Poisoning Scandal Rocks Kindergarten in Gansu
In a stunning case from Tianshui, Gansu province, over 250 children and dozens of employees at a kindergarten were found to have high levels of lead poisoning from contaminated food. Officials are under the spotlight after it was revealed that kitchen staff and local officials orchestrated a year-long cover-up.
In-depth reporting by The Times UK
Conclusion
From the world’s biggest dam to cybersecurity breaches and diplomatic shakeups, China’s recent developments carry global significance. Stay informed and follow ongoing coverage as more updates emerge.
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