From an aviation tech breakthrough to China’s economy showing signs of strain, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage
In an aviation tech breakthrough that could change naval warfare, Chinese aerospace engineers have unveiled what could be the world’s first high-speed vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) drone powered by a jet engine.
After six months of steady improvement, China’s economy showed signs of strain in July, with several headline indicators losing momentum amid a weakening of domestic consumption, headwinds from the US trade war and a prolonged property downturn.
US President Donald Trump on Thursday said he was not worried about Brazil, Mexico and other Latin American nations moving closer to China, telling reporters in the Oval Office, “They can do whatever they want.”
China urged the United States to restrain frontline forces on Friday after a US destroyer entered disputed waters in the South China Sea.
