China’s Economic Strength Draws Global Biz Leaders at Beijing Forum 
Global leaders gather in Beijing to discuss China’s tech-driven growth and economic resilience, spotlighting booming foreign investment in innovation sectors. 
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China’s Economic Strength Draws Global Biz Leaders at Beijing Forum
Guangdong Textile Factories Invest 
as Global Trade Shifts
Guangdong’s textile factories pivot to e-commerce and tech amidst global trade shifts, with investments up 36% in 2024. 
Silicon Valley Bets Big on Electric Flying Taxis 
Silicon Valley shifts focus to electric flying taxis, aiming to revolutionize urban transport with eco-friendly sky rides. 
Apple Bets $1.5B on Globalstar to Boost Satellite Connectivity 
Apple invests $1.5B in satellite provider Globalstar to expand iPhone emergency and messaging services, heating up the space-based connectivity race.
Apple CEO Tim Cook Meets China’s Industry Minister in Beijing 
Apple CEO Tim Cook discussed expanding innovation and investment in China during a meeting with the industry minister, highlighting collaboration in digital growth. #GlobalTech
China’s Local SOEs Boost R&D Spending by 10.4% in H1 2024
Local SOEs in China ramp up R&D spending by 10.4% in H1 2024, fueling innovation & economic growth.
China’s Economy Gains Momentum as Industrial Output Rises 
China’s April data reveals industrial output surge and cautious consumer spending, with experts predicting stronger May growth driven by tech investments and policy boosts. 
South Korea Bets Big on Chips with $7B Mega Package
South Korea pledges over $7 billion to boost semiconductor industry, targeting research, investments, and a massive new tech hub near Seoul. 
Japan Outpaces U.S. & Germany in Chip Subsidy Race 
Japan leads major economies in semiconductor subsidies as a share of GDP, investing 3.9T yen to boost its tech industry—but funding risks loom. 