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1. China accuses Calvin Klein parent of ‘inappropriate conduct’ on Xinjiang matters
China’s Ministry of Commerce (Mofcom) said on Thursday that PVH Group, the parent company of clothing brands Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, is involved with “inappropriate conduct” concerning Xinjiang matters, citing initial investigation results.
2. Xi Jinping urges further opening up ahead of Trump inauguration
China’s leadership has called for institutional opening-up and efforts to build a “world-class” business environment this year as Beijing strives to rekindle confidence and growth, convince foreign firms to remain onshore and keep goods flowing as external shocks loom.
3. China’s scientists launch world’s most powerful wireless protocol into space

Chinese scientists have sent the world’s most powerful wireless communication protocol into space, slashing transmission delays from milliseconds to microseconds.
4. ‘Crimson Skyblade’ will help China build nuclear fusion reactor, scientists say
One of the scientific teams helping to develop a Chinese nuclear fusion reactor capable of producing unlimited power has unveiled a device they say will be key to testing whether the facility can withstand the intense flows of plasma produced during fusion.
5. US seeks to target China’s shipbuilders. Why are they ‘not overly concerned’?

Targeted action by Washington against Chinese shipbuilders in the waning days of Joe Biden’s presidency could offer a slight boost to South Korean rivals, but the impact may be very limited due to China’s overwhelming market dominance and strong backlog of orders, according to analysts and industry insiders.
6. China’s Xinjiang hosts foreign university students to debunk Western narratives
Top officials in China’s Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region have hosted a group of international students from the US and other countries this week in an effort to debunk Western narratives about the region.
7. For Europe, China looms as 2025 economic threat, analysts say

China represents a major economic challenge for Europe this year as the country has the European Union market in its sights amid industrial-overcapacity issues at home and an economic-growth slowdown, panellists said at a German think tank event on Wednesday.


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China slams Calvin Klein parent firm, ‘Crimson Skyblade’ unveiled: SCMP daily highlights

Xinjiang cotton has been in the global spotlight since 2020. Photo: Getty Images

A space version of China’s NearLink or “Xing Shan” wireless communication module for rockets is expected to reduce launch costs. Photo: Xinhua

Large shipping vessels under construction at a Chinese shipyard in Rongcheng, Shandong province, earlier this month. Photo: Xinhua

China’s industrial overcapacity, including in the electric-vehicle sector, could pose an economic challenge for the European Union this year. Photo: AFP

China’s local governments raise minimum wages to boost consumption

Shoppers select toys at a store in a Beijing shopping mall last month. Photo: Xinhua

Shoppers visit a popular mall in Beijing last month. Photo: AP

Marco Rubio, US secretary of state nominee, echoes Trump’s Panama Canal China concern

US Senator Marco Rubio testifies before a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing on his nomination to be secretary of state, in Washington on Wednesday. Photo: AFP

Senator Marco Rubio testifying on Wednesday. Photo: AFP

CIA director nominee vows to increase focus on China and emerging technologies

John Ratcliffe, US president-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for director of the Central Intelligence Agency. Photo: AFP

Chris Wright, energy secretary candidate, during his confirmation hearing on Wednesday. Photo: AFP

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From clothing company PVH Group coming under fire to China’s nuclear fusion advance, here’s a round-up from today’s China and economy coverage


From clothing company PVH Group coming under fire to China’s nuclear fusion advance, here’s a round-up from today’s China and economy coverage.


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China slams Calvin Klein parent firm, ‘Crimson Skyblade’ unveiled: SCMP daily highlights

.css-1c6uqr6{color:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-size:inherit;font-family:inherit;line-height:inherit;overflow-wrap:break-word;}From clothing company PVH Group coming under fire to China’s nuclear fusion advance, here’s a round-up from today’s China and economy coverage

1. China accuses Calvin Klein parent of ‘inappropriate conduct’ on Xinjiang matters

From clothing company PVH Group coming under fire to China’s nuclear fusion advance, here’s a round-up from today’s China and economy coverage