AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoChina Economy Watch: China’s GDP grew 4.7% in H1 2026, but Q2 slowed to 4.3%, missing expectations and reviving calls for more stimulus as property weakness and soft domestic demand weigh on growth. AI Governance: China rolled out new rules to curb “emotional dependency” on AI companion bots, requiring platforms to detect distress, intervene in crises, and limit excessive use. Tech & Markets: Memory chipmaker CXMT is set to list on Shanghai’s STAR Market, while DeepSeek is reportedly planning fresh fundraising at a $74bn valuation ahead of a possible IPO. Global Perception: A Pew survey says more countries now view China and Xi more favorably than the U.S., reversing a long pandemic-era trend. Diplomacy & Sanctions: China’s foreign ministry rejected a U.S. sanctions bill targeting energy buyers of Russia, warning it’s illegal and coercive. Cross-Strait/Military Signaling: China’s coast guard activity near Taiwan and a submarine-launched missile test are seen as part of longer-term deterrence tactics. Crime & Fraud: Malaysian police arrested 21 Chinese nationals over a fake investment scheme run via a website and call-center setup. Energy & Shipping: With Hormuz risks lingering, China is accelerating electric taxis as crude imports fall sharply. Culture & Books: A traditional Chinese edition of “China’s Governance Under Xi Jinping’s Leadership” debuted at Hong Kong’s book fair.
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