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China summons Walmart bosses, AI vs human fighter pilots: SCMP daily highlights

From Chinese officials meeting Walmart representatives to AI’s ability in aerial dogfights, here’s a round-up from today’s China coverage

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China’s Ministry of Commerce is holding talks with Walmart executives over claims the company is passing off the costs of US tariffs to domestic suppliers and consumers. Photo: Reuters
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1. China summons Walmart executives for talks in wake of Trump tariffs

China has summoned executives of Walmart – the world’s largest retailer – for regulatory talks, bringing the business practices of one of the United States’ most prominent companies under scrutiny and, in the wake of tariff increases from US President Donald Trump, suggesting more punitive action could come in advance of bilateral trade negotiations.

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