Xi Jinping calls for Chinese scientists to step up innovation in hi-tech ‘battlefield’

Xi Jinping calls for Chinese scientists to step up innovation in hi-tech ‘battlefield’

Xi said China had made remarkable scientific progress in areas ranging from space to deep sea exploration. But he said the capacity for “original innovation” was relatively weak, some core technologies were constrained by other countries, and there was a skills shortage. “We must have a greater sense of urgency,” he said. “We must step … Read more

China’s AI event World Intelligence Expo attracts few foreign firms in Tianjin amid global rift

China’s AI event World Intelligence Expo attracts few foreign firms in Tianjin amid global rift

The World Intelligence Expo held in Tianjin, a four-day trade exhibition aimed at promoting the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and industrial equipment, has seen limited participation from foreign brands this year in a trend reminiscent of other technology trade shows in China recently amid a deepening divide with Western countries. The event, which ended … Read more

India welcomes return of Venezuelan oil to market: Puri

India welcomes return of Venezuelan oil to market: Puri

Tapping into Latin America nations will help India diversify its import basket, with industries like IOC and HMEL securing 4 million barrels of Venezuelan oil in February “India, the world’s third largest oil consuming and importing nation, welcomes the return of Venezuelan oil to the market after sanctions on the Latin American nation were eased”, … Read more