CPSC Monitor (November 17, 2025)

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CHINA
1. Pursuing development, innovation, win-win cooperation through openness

https://en.people.cn/n3/2025/1117/c90000-20391145.html
2. China’s economy sustains momentum in October, solidifying confidence in hitting annual targets

http://english.scio.gov.cn/pressroom/2025-11/15/content_118178737.html
3. Cultural event featuring traditional rites, music held in Fuzhou, China’s Fujian

https://en.people.cn/n3/2025/1117/c90000-20391126.html
4. China’s vast market opportunities on full display at CIIE

http://english.scio.gov.cn/in-depth/2025-11/10/content_118169071.html
5. Why this US politician is wrong about ‘pushing China out of Piraeus port’

https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202511/1348343.shtml
6. China’s industrial output maintains steady growth in October

http://english.scio.gov.cn/pressroom/2025-11/14/content_118176859.html
7. China’s journey of innovation and rejuvenation: Reaping the fruits of four decades of investment in science, technology, and education

https://en.people.cn/n3/2025/1112/c98649-20389560.html
8. Commentary: Shanghai import expo showcases growing appeal of vibrant Chinese market

https://en.people.cn/n3/2025/1111/c90000-20388957.html
9. Pakistan, China agree to strengthen counterterrorism, security cooperation as attacks surge

https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2622905/pakistan
10. Pakistan emerging as influential actor in global affairs, says Chinese scholar

https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/11/16/pakistan-emerging-as-influential-actor-in-global-affairs-says-chinese-scholar/
11. Pakistani student’s heartwarming winter initiative in China bridges cultures

https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Nov-2025/pakistani-student-s-heartwarming-winter-initiative-china-bridges-cultures
12. China’s surveyed urban unemployment rate at 5.1% in October

http://english.scio.gov.cn/pressroom/2025-11/14/content_118177043.html
13. Selected works of Xi Jinping on rule of law published

http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2025-11/17/content_118180217.html
14. Xi’s article on developing new quality productive forces to be published

http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2025-11/15/content_118179683.html
15. Italian edition of Xi Jinping’s governance works launched in Rome

http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2025-11/15/content_118178664.html
16. Chinese premier chairs State Council executive meeting

http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2025-11/15/content_118178671.html
17. Premier Li meets King Felipe VI of Spain

http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2025-11/13/content_118174777.html
18. Beyond discounts, China’s ‘Double 11’ shopping spree redefined by new consumption trends

http://english.scio.gov.cn/in-depth/2025-11/13/content_118175650.html
19. From history records to cultural icons, China’s bamboo slips make a comeback

http://english.scio.gov.cn/in-depth/2025-11/17/content_118180228.html
20. China’s power battery sales up 48.9 pct in first 3 quarters

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/13/content_118174796.html
21. China again world’s top patent filer

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/13/content_118174880.html
22. China tackles ‘Darwin’s Dead Sea’ of innovations with new pilot platform push

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/13/content_118175682.html
23. China’s Shenzhou-20 astronauts to return to Earth

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/14/content_118176720.html
24. China advances innovative development of 6G, ministry says

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/14/content_118176806.html
25. China’s property market braced for quality-of-life shift in next 5 years

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/14/content_118176809.html
26. Yearbook: 11 Chinese provincial-level regions see population growth despite national decline

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/14/content_118176810.html
27. Chinese PLA Navy’s first Type 076 amphibious assault ship ‘Sichuan’ launches first sea trial

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/14/content_118177139.html
28. ‘Desert ginseng’ anchors sand, new economy in north China

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/14/content_118177140.html
29. China’s Shenzhou-21 spaceship undocks from space station combination

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/14/content_118177319.html
30. Digital transformation powers upgrade of manufacturing enterprises in northeast China

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/17/content_118180231.html
31. New high-speed freight rail line launched to strengthen logistics in central, southern China

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/17/content_118180232.html
32. China sees record number of railway passenger trips in Jan-Oct

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/17/content_118180224.html
33. Exhibition economy helps China expand opening-up, boost consumption

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/17/content_118180221.html
34. China’s space station delivers fresh batch of samples for research

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/17/content_118180453.html
35. China cracks down on AI deepfakes of celebrities in live-streams as misuses surge

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/17/content_118180679.html
36. Xinjiang cements status as premier, friendly tourism destination

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/17/content_118180714.html
37. China sets up underwater relic protection zone for sunken battleships

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/17/content_118180726.html
38. Study on Chang’e-6 samples sheds new light on lunar oxidation mechanism

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/17/content_118180729.html
39. Chinese premier calls for high-quality construction of high-standard farmlands

http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2025-11/08/content_118171185.html
40. China unveils new measures to boost private investment

http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2025-11/11/content_118171025.html
41. China reports 8.7% export growth of machinery and electronic products in Jan-Oct

http://english.scio.gov.cn/pressroom/2025-11/14/content_118177830.html
42. China’s foreign trade in goods demonstrates resilience, vitality

http://english.scio.gov.cn/pressroom/2025-11/14/content_118177870.html
43. China Hi-Tech Fair sees 170 bln yuan in intended deals

https://english.news.cn/20251117/e137fce58a104801abb8443a836cef9a/c.html
44. Lakes nurture ecological wetland in Gobi Desert, NW China’s Gansu

https://english.news.cn/20251117/ea51135cb38344c2b45af65d90e45f8e/c.html
45. Xi encourages young sinologists to bridge China, the world

https://english.news.cn/20251113/3457d2e8691348118abbd7c4cc04b010/c.html
46. New weasel species discovered in SW China nature reserve

https://english.news.cn/20251117/20b6b6fe2a5c4faa87264486c124bee6/c.html
47. Across China: New study links water balance, plant growth to desertification control

https://english.news.cn/20251117/883be34cd02c4842bfa8110285227bb1/c.html
48. China Focus: China’s observatory unravels key mystery of cosmic ray formation

https://english.news.cn/20251117/463a9ccdecd74a1b902a2c97d5ce6352/c.html
49. How China’s HQ-29 mid-course missile interceptor stacks up against US rivals

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3332993/how-chinas-hq-29-mid-course-missile-interceptor-stacks-against-us-rivals?module=top_story&pgtype=section
50. US ends arms embargo, but can it pry Cambodia away from China on defence?

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3332974/us-ends-arms-embargo-can-it-pry-cambodia-away-china-defence?module=top_story&pgtype=subsection
51. Beijing criticises first Taiwan arms deal since Donald Trump’s return to White House

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3332829/beijing-criticises-first-taiwan-arms-deal-donald-trumps-return-white-house?module=top_story&pgtype=subsection
52. China’s Queen Bao Si was blamed for thousands of years. Science has cleared her name

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3332716/chinas-queen-bao-si-was-blamed-thousands-years-science-has-cleared-her-name?module=top_story&pgtype=subsection
53. Chinese team finds ‘iron rust’ in lunar soil, challenging old ideas about moon’s surface

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3332987/chinese-team-finds-iron-rust-lunar-soil-challenging-old-ideas-about-moons-surface?module=top_story&pgtype=subsection
54. China lets fly world’s largest kite in Inner Mongolia for electric power generation

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3332663/china-lets-fly-worlds-largest-kite-inner-mongolia-electric-power-generation?module=top_story&pgtype=subsection
55. Beware of dangerous shift in Japan’s strategic direction: People’s Daily ‘Zhong Sheng’ commentary

https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202511/1348358.shtml
56. ‘Decoding the Book of Xi Jinping: The Governance of China’ 16th installment: Jointly build a community of shared future in cyberspace

https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202511/1348342.shtml
57. GT Voice: C919’s Middle East debut represents milestone for China’s aviation sector

https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202511/1348318.shtml

 

CENTRAL ASIA and SCO
1. Xinjiang Boosts China-Central Asia Trade Through Belt and Road Cooperation
https://thediplomaticinsight.com/xinjiang-boosts-china-central-asia-trade-through-belt-and-road-cooperation/
2. Closer China-Kazakhstan ties to bring more opportunities
https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/12/WS6913e2cfa310fc20369a4942.html
3. Kazakhstan, China Sign New Agri Trade Deal at Shanghai Import Expo
https://thediplomaticinsight.com/kazakhstan-china-sign-new-agri-trade-deal/
4. Uzbekistan in C5+1: Strengthening Strategic Dialogue US & Regional Countries
https://thediplomaticinsight.com/uzbekistan-in-c5-plus-one/
5. Pakistan to launch pilot cargo shipments to Uzbekistan through China and Kyrgyzstan
https://kun.uz/en/news/2025/11/10/pakistan-to-launch-pilot-cargo-shipments-to-uzbekistan-through-china-and-kyrgyzstan
6. Several MoUs inked at RCCI’s Business Opportunities Conference in Uzbekistan
https://www.nation.com.pk/11-Nov-2025/several-mous-inked-rcci-s-business-opportunities-conference-uzbekistan
7. Pakistan, Tajikistan pledge stronger defence cooperation
https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/11/12/pakistan-tajikistan-pledge-stronger-defence-cooperation/
8. Pakistan, Tajikistan vow to deepen defence cooperation in high-level meeting at JS Headquarters
https://www.nation.com.pk/12-Nov-2025/pakistan-tajikistan-vow-deepen-defence-cooperation-high-level-meeting-js-headquarters
9. Ayaz Sadiq meets Deputy Speaker Parliament of Tajikistan
https://leadpakistan.com.pk/news/ayaz-sadiq-meets-deputy-speaker-parliament-of-tajikistan/
10. Azerbaijan confirms the delivery of five JF-17 Block III fighter jets from Pakistan
https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/aerospace-news/2025/azerbaijan-confirms-the-delivery-of-five-jf-17-block-iii-fighter-jets-from-pakistan
11. China-Central Asia education, research cooperation deepens as collaborative projects enhance regional friendship
https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202511/1348101.shtml
12. China-Kazakhstan Ties: FM Wang Yi welcomes trade assistant to Kazakhstan’s president in Beijing
https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-11-14/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDg3MzQ4/index.html
13. Kazakhstan and China advance USD 200 mln cement plant project in Aktobe region
https://qazinform.com/news/kazakhstan-and-china-advance-usd-200-mln-cement-plant-project-in-aktobe-region-e4b501
14. Uzbekistan, China Discuss Expansion of Smart Farming and AI Technologies in Agriculture
https://caspianpost.com/uzbekistan/uzbekistan-china-discuss-expansion-of-smart-farming-and-ai-technologies-in-agriculture
15. China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan Railway Construction Advancing on Schedule
https://caspianpost.com/economics/china-kyrgyzstan-uzbekistan-railway-construction-advancing-on-schedule
16. Kyrgyz President stresses strategic importance of Zangezur corridor for China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway
https://en.apa.az/foreign-policy/kyrgyz-president-stresses-strategic-importance-of-zangezur-corridor-for-china-kyrgyzstan-uzbekistan-railway-483764
17. SCO Secretary-General Meets with the UN Resident Coordinator in China
https://eng.sectsco.org/20251114/2052795.html
18. Iran’s First VP to attend SCO Council of Heads of Government’s meeting in Moscow
https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/520485/Iran-s-First-VP-to-attend-SCO-Council-of-Heads-of-Government-s
19. Chinese premier to attend SCO meeting, G20 summit, visit Zambia
https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/11/13/chinese-premier-to-attend-sco-meeting-g20-summit-visit-zambia/
20. Pakistan, Tajikistan vow to boost ties as Zardari calls Dushanbe bridge to Central Asia
https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2622630/pakistan
21. Enhanced connectivity sparks 30% rise in Uzbekistan–Pakistan Trade: Kurdatov Laziz
https://leadpakistan.com.pk/news/enhanced-connectivity-sparks-30-rise-in-uzbekistan-pakistan-trade-kurdatov-laziz/
22. Pakistan, Tajikistan strengthen military cooperation
https://dailytimes.com.pk/1400426/pakistan-tajikistan-strengthen-military-cooperation/
23. Pakistan-Azerbaijan Strengthen Trade, Defence, Investment Ties
https://thedailycpec.com/pakistan-azerbaijan-strengthen-trade-defence-investment-ties/

 

EAST ASIA and ASEAN
1. Xi calls for advancing community with shared future when meeting Thailand’s king

http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2025-11/14/content_118177317.html
2. Chinese premier meets Thai king

http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2025-11/15/content_118178693.html
3. 2025 China (Chongqing)-ASEAN Logistics Industry Cooperation Conference Held in Chongqing

https://www.macaubusiness.com/2025-china-chongqing-asean-logistics-industry-cooperation-conference-held-in-chongqing/
4. China-ASEAN agri-food trade grows 8.9% in first 10 months

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/14/content_118176811.html
5. Beyond Spectacle: ASEAN’s Pragmatic Diplomacy Amidst ‘America First’ Challenges

https://www.thailand-business-news.com/asean/258419-beyond-spectacle-aseans-pragmatic-diplomacy-amidst-america-first-challenges
6. Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers pre-recorded remarks at the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific (AOIP) Forum 2025

https://asean.org/secretary-general-of-asean-delivers-pre-recorded-remarks-at-the-asean-outlook-on-the-indo-pacific-aoip-forum-2025/
7. ASEAN’s nuclear push puts spotlight on Singapore’s public awareness drive

https://www.alcircle.com/news/aseans-nuclear-push-puts-spotlight-on-singapores-public-awareness-drive-116223
8. COP30 updates: ASEAN debuts first pavilion on global climate stage

https://www.reccessary.com/En/news/cop-30-updates-asean-memer-states
9. ASEAN ‘benches’ in Jeju celebrate bloc’s ties with South Korea

https://asianews.network/asean-benches-in-jeju-celebrate-blocs-ties-with-south-korea/
10. Indonesia calls for ASEAN-Japan action on AI, music royalties

https://en.antaranews.com/news/391937/indonesia-calls-for-asean-japan-action-on-ai-music-royalties
11. Indonesia’s Expands Smart City Collaboration at ASEAN-Japan Forum

https://rri.co.id/en/international/1965314/indonesia-s-expands-smart-city-collaboration-at-asean-japan-forum
12. ASEAN-Korea Media Forum explores regional collaboration

https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10615480
13. Korea’s New ASEAN Policy: Pragmatic Partnership for a Shared Future

https://fulcrum.sg/aseanfocus/koreas-new-asean-policy-pragmatic-partnership-for-a-shared-future/
14. Beyond K-Pop: ASEAN and Korean Media Unite to Shape Regional Future

https://www.nationthailand.com/news/asean/40058256
15. Kaya, curry, coffee: Asean companies show off foods at trade fair

https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/news/2025-11-14/national/diplomacy/Kaya-Curry-Coffee-Asean-companies-show-off-foods-at-trade-fair/2454543
16. PH targets bigger market, investments as ASEAN Trade opens in Korea

https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1263354
17. Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers video message on the “ASEAN-Korea Cooperation Fund (AKCF) Annual Report 2024”

https://asean.org/secretary-general-of-asean-delivers-video-message-on-the-asean-korea-cooperation-fund-akcf-annual-report-2024/
18. Malaysia’s graceful welcome for 2025 Commonwealth youth meetings

https://thecommonwealth.org/news/malaysias-graceful-welcome-2025-commonwealth-youth-meetings
19. Malaysia Welcomes Finnish Travelers To Experience The Essence Of Asia With Visit Malaysia Year 2026 Campaign

https://www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article/malaysia-welcomes-finnish-travelers-to-experience-the-essence-of-asia-with-visit-malaysia-year-2026-campaign/#google_vignette
20. Deutsche Bank (Malaysia) Berhad partners with Teach For Malaysia to advance education equity

https://www.db.com/news/detail/20251114-deutsche-bank-malaysia-berhad-partners-with-teach-for-malaysia-to-advance-education-equity?language_id=1
21. Chinese AI firms ramp up expansion into ASEAN

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/16/WS69197c40a310d6866eb29bcb.html
22. China is promoting China-ASEAN FTA 3.0 upgrade protocol’s early entry into force: MOC spokesperson

https://english.news.cn/20251113/19c2b40f65654f60a7aa717616f16706/c.html
23. Asean, China, Japan and South Korea hold ‘transformative’ critical minerals opportunity

https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3332830/us-china-tensions-offer-asean-transformative-critical-minerals-opportunity-economist
24. Lee, Ho power Hong Kong to golden heights at National Games, Haughey’s double shot at glory

https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333007/lee-ho-power-hong-kong-golden-heights-national-games-haugheys-double-shot-glory
25. Chinese team finds ‘iron rust’ in lunar soil, challenging old ideas about moon’s surface

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3332987/chinese-team-finds-iron-rust-lunar-soil-challenging-old-ideas-about-moons-surface
26. Samsung, Hyundai announce US$310 billion domestic investment plans

https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3332982/samsung-hyundai-announce-us310-billion-domestic-investment-plans
27. Vietnamese party chief meets senior CPC official

http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2025-11/15/content_118178697.html
28. Lao president meets senior Chinese official

http://english.scio.gov.cn/topnews/2025-11/12/content_118173668.html
29. Chinese ambassador to Japan strongly protests Takaichi’s erroneous remarks regarding China

http://english.scio.gov.cn/chinavoices/2025-11/16/content_118180626.html
30. 3 PLA warships sailed past Japan amid row over PM Takaichi’s Taiwan comments

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3332845/3-pla-warships-sailed-past-japan-amid-row-over-sanae-takaichis-taiwan-comments?module=top_story&pgtype=subsection
31. Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs official to visit China to discuss Takaichi’s Taiwan-related wrong remarks: Japanese media report

https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202511/1348363.shtml
32. Japanese tourism and retail-related stocks slump after China’s travel and study warning

https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202511/1348361.shtml
33. US naval chief calls S.Korea nuclear sub for counter China ‘natural expectation’; experts warn of regional tensions

https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202511/1348376.shtml

 

 

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