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🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Sports

Zebastian Modin wins Paralympic bronze after an intense competition

Zebastian Modin secured another bronze medal at the Paralympics, narrowly beating Chinese competitor Yu Shuang by just six tenths of a second.

Mar 11 • 12:39 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

The South African automotive industry still caught in the turbulence of global trade

The South African automotive industry is struggling due to the volatility of the global economy and increased competition from Chinese imports.

Mar 10 • 23:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Under pressure from Chinese companies, Renault plans half of sales in electric or hybrid cars by 2030

Renault aims for half of its sales to come from electric or hybrid vehicles by 2030, driven by increasing competition from Chinese manufacturers.

Mar 10 • 19:09 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"We want to show that we can face Chinese competition": the CEO of Renault presents his strategic plan

François Provost, CEO of Renault, unveils the company's strategic plan focused on technological catch-up and increased competitiveness to tackle Chinese competition, while targeting growth in India and South America.

Mar 10 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Chinese scientists select four possible sites for the first landing of taikonauts in 2030: 'They are like a geological buffet'

Chinese scientists have identified four potential landing sites for their first crewed lunar mission in 2030, as they navigate the complexities of space exploration amid increasing competition with the US.

Mar 9 • 16:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Dacia has found its own way in the competition with Chinese brands

Dacia announces a new model called Striker, which will feature a spacious design and competitive pricing in the compact segment.

Mar 9 • 07:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Autonomous Driving: The Driverless S-Class Taxi Could Arrive This Year

A driverless S-Class taxi may be introduced in Europe this year amid competition from American and Chinese companies, raising questions about the capability of German manufacturers.

Mar 8 • 08:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Measures against steel imports from China may provide relief to pressured CSN

Brazil's government measures against Chinese steel manufacturers could alleviate financial pressures on CSN, which is experiencing a severe crisis.

Mar 7 • 18:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Competition for ChatGPT? A Chinese cell phone brand launches a new autonomous artificial intelligence

Chinese giant Xiaomi has introduced a new autonomous AI agent called 'miclaw' in its latest line of smartphones, marking a significant advancement in mobile technology.

Mar 6 • 14:55 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Chinese 'storm' of cheap artificial intelligence for dominance in the AI race

China is stepping up its competition with the U.S. in artificial intelligence technology, with Chinese firms launching new AI tools to rival American industry leaders.

Mar 5 • 07:38 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

China in the crosshairs as EU launches sweeping plans to save its industrial future

The EU is implementing significant plans to bolster its manufacturing sector in response to competition from Chinese products and rising security concerns over Chinese investments.

Mar 4 • 13:28 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Brussels presented new EU industrial policy rules

The EU has introduced new 'Made in Europe' rules aimed at supporting local manufacturers in competition with Chinese products.

Mar 4 • 13:03 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Chinese Competition and Lack of Workers Challenge Polish Automotive Industry

The Polish automotive industry faces significant challenges from increasing competition from Chinese manufacturers and a shortage of skilled workers.

Mar 4 • 10:01 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Israeli Researcher: The Aim of the War is Not Iran's Nuclear Program but Chinese Supremacy

An Israeli analyst argues that the war against Iran is primarily about global dominance and the economic competition with China rather than merely the threat of Iran's nuclear capabilities.

Mar 3 • 16:23 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Volkswagen T-Roc: A Clear Evolution Leap

The Volkswagen T-Roc 2nd generation marks significant advancements to face European and Chinese competition.

Mar 3 • 10:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Chronicle of Deindustrialization: Europe Buys 2.5 Million Fewer Cars Than Before the Pandemic

The European automotive industry is facing unprecedented challenges, with car sales declining by 2.5 million units compared to pre-pandemic levels, compounded by increased competition from Chinese manufacturers.

Mar 2 • 04:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Tight Requirement Coming for Electric Cars – Not All Manufacturers Are Excited

New EU proposals will impose strict requirements on electric vehicles to protect the union's industry from Chinese competition, raising concerns among manufacturers.

Mar 1 • 15:42 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

FAZ Power Probe: In the Year of the Fire Horse: Merz and the New China Reality

Chancellor Merz visited China, promoting stronger strategic partnerships amidst economic concerns regarding German trade deficits and competition from Chinese products.

Feb 28 • 09:10 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Chinese competition puts European car manufacturers against the wall

The article discusses the pressures faced by European automotive companies due to aggressive competition from Chinese manufacturers, leading to price reductions and potential market exits.

Feb 27 • 03:03 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

10 used cars that can be found for less than $15 million in February 2026: one by one, by make and model

The used car market in Argentina has seen a significant drop at the start of 2026 following a record year in 2025, indicating increased competition ahead.

Feb 27 • 03:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Cristiano Rattazzi spoke about Chinese products and competition in the Argentine market: "The world is changing"

Cristiano Rattazzi discusses the challenges posed by Chinese imports and advocates for reforms in Argentina to strengthen the local industry.

Feb 26 • 03:14 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

Eileen Gu won a gold medal in the last Olympic competition

Chinese freestyle skiing star Eileen Gu secured a gold medal on the final day of the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, adding to her previous two silver medals.

Feb 22 • 11:06 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

Can China find a market for its fifth-generation J-35 warplanes?

China's efforts to market its J-35 fifth-generation warplanes face uncertainty due to stiff competition and geopolitical considerations.

Feb 21 • 14:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

[Correspondent’s column] China’s race for dominance, and the workhorses toiling behind it

The article discusses Chinese President Xi Jinping’s and Premier Li Qiang’s recent inspections of tech and mineral sectors, emphasizing China’s commitment to self-reliance in advanced technology as a strategic priority for national power.

Feb 20 • 08:44 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Cars, the EU raises barricades against the Chinese invasion

The EU is taking measures to protect local car manufacturers from the increasing competition posed by Chinese companies in the automotive market.

Feb 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Financial Times: Car Companies Fear China's Entry into the American Market

American car manufacturers are concerned about potential Chinese competition in the U.S. auto market, which is the second-largest in the world, following President Trump's encouragement for Chinese companies to build factories in the U.S.

Feb 16 • 10:54 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Zhao Beijing] The 1 trillion won Hongbao War of Chinese AI Companies During the Spring Festival, Where is it Headed?

Chinese tech giants are engaging in a fierce competition dubbed the 'Hongbao War' during the Spring Festival, targeting traditional practices of giving red envelopes (Hongbao) with innovative AI marketing strategies.

Feb 16 • 05:31 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Full doping war in the Olympics: - The USA will not be pressured

The USA, under President Trump, refuses to pressure from WADA regarding funding issues linked to Chinese swimmers amidst claims for fair competition.

Feb 16 • 00:02 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Concerns Over the Regular Holding of a Japanese Composition Competition Amid Deteriorating Sino-Japanese Relations; Call for Supporters

The annual Japanese composition competition for Chinese students faces uncertainty due to worsening Sino-Japanese relations, prompting organizers to seek supporters to assist with logistics and promote participation.

Feb 13 • 08:11 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

From Competition to National Security: Why Europe Fears Chinese Cars?

Poland expresses concerns about Chinese electric vehicles being used for espionage, prompting potential restrictions on their access to sensitive areas.

Feb 12 • 08:25 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Sports

Olympics competition briefly paused after Chinese snowboarder Liu Jiayu is injured in dramatic halfpipe crash

The Olympics competition was temporarily halted after Chinese snowboarder Liu Jiayu sustained injuries from a significant fall during her qualifying run.

Feb 11 • 23:58 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

Another gruesome fall – Chinese snowboarder was taken away by medics

A Chinese snowboarder was transported to the hospital after suffering a fall during a competition, prompting a temporary halt to the event.

Feb 11 • 16:05 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Chinese competitors fly over Russia, Finnair's CEO hopes for EU guidelines

Finnair's CEO reports a strong fourth quarter and expresses hope for EU guidelines as the airline faces competition from Chinese carriers flying over Russia.

Feb 11 • 11:26 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Indonesia telco chief warns of ‘digital colonisation’, backs China’s open-source AI

The chief of Indonesia's telecommunications sector emphasizes the need for digital sovereignty and localization in the face of increasing competition between Chinese and American AI providers.

Feb 10 • 15:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Slopestyle: Gremaud Snatches Gold from Gu

Swiss ski freestyler Mathilde Gremaud has again taken the gold medal in the slopestyle competition from Chinese athlete Eileen Gu.

Feb 9 • 15:49 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The fall of BYD in the stock market goes too far

The decline of BYD's stock, impacted by poor sales and rising competition in the Chinese electric vehicle market, is seen as exaggerated by investors.

Feb 8 • 04:40 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Companies Moving to China's Inland Cities... Tired of Unlimited Competition in Big Cities, They Turn Their Eyes to a Growing Market

Chinese inland cities are attracting companies seeking new growth opportunities amid intense competition in major cities, surprising visitors with vibrant streets and modern businesses.

Feb 7 • 00:13 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
World

Recently warned about it, now wants to connect. Ford will produce cars for the Chinese

Ford's CEO Jim Farley is shifting from warning against Chinese competition to supporting a collaboration that may involve manufacturing cars for China in Europe.

Feb 6 • 12:20 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
World

Madis Müller: The competition offered by Chinese manufacturers is becoming increasingly intense

Madis Müller discusses the growing competition from Chinese manufacturers as imports from China to the Eurozone have increased by more than a third in the last two years, benefiting consumers and companies with lower production costs.

Feb 6 • 08:57 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

The Automotive Industry: This is not a Cycle Correction, but a Systemic Crisis

The article explores the systemic crisis affecting the European automotive industry, analyzing its causes, workforce shifts, the impact of Chinese competition, and potential changes in car production in Poland alongside European Commission support.

Feb 4 • 03:07 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Faced with the tidal wave of Chinese products, how can Europe defend itself?

The European Union needs to take time to address the challenges posed by Chinese competition and to immunize itself against potential vulnerabilities.

Jan 14 • 19:00 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

The Chinese century may already be here

The article argues that international competition will be dominated by nations with pragmatic policies rather than aggressive militarism, warning against a mindset that prioritizes violence.

Jan 14 • 01:30 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

The EU Toughens Trade Relations with China over Electric Cars

The European Commission maintains a 35.3% tariff on Chinese electric cars while leaving open the possibility of suspending it for fair competition in the single market.

Jan 13 • 23:26 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Wojciech Drzewiecki, president of Samar: The drop in car prices will be forced by Chinese competition

Wojciech Drzewiecki discusses how competition from Chinese manufacturers is driving down car prices in Poland.

Jan 12 • 03:21 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Chinese companies threaten the throne of leading TV giants with their economic devices

Chinese companies like Hisense and TCL are challenging established brands such as Sony, Samsung, and LG by offering better value for price in the television market.

Jan 11 • 08:14 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Elefsina at the Center of US-China Geopolitical Competition

Elefsina, a small port west of Athens with a rich history, has recently become a focal point in the geopolitical rivalry between the US and China, particularly with President Donald Trump seeking to limit Chinese influence in critical infrastructures.

Jan 9 • 13:42 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Faced with competition from Chinese platforms, Zalando will close a site in Germany and cut 2,700 jobs

Zalando will close its Erfurt distribution center in Germany this autumn, resulting in the loss of 2,700 jobs as part of a restructuring to address competition from Chinese e-commerce platforms.

Jan 8 • 11:06 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Artificial intelligence is changing online shopping. Will InPost be the first?

The article explores the rising importance of artificial intelligence in commerce by 2026, the plans of InPost for AI implementation in their new sales platform, and the challenges posed by Chinese competition and the increasing role of social media in retail.

Jan 7 • 04:02 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
World

Did the Chinese score an own goal? By 2026, about fifty car brands will collapse, losses are unprecedented

The Chinese automotive industry is facing a significant wave of consolidation with dozens of car brands potentially vanishing by 2026 due to massive losses exacerbated by fierce price competition and weakening domestic demand.

Jan 4 • 15:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Tesla Loses Its Top Spot: Chinese BYD Takes Over – What Happens with Musk

Tesla has lost its position as the leading seller of electric vehicles due to a second consecutive decline in sales, overshadowed by fierce competition from China's BYD, which sold more cars in 2025.

Jan 2 • 19:28 UTC

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