Monetary Policy: China’s central bank pledged moderately loose policy in H2 2026, aiming to keep liquidity ample, smooth credit growth, and lower financing costs while keeping the yuan stable. Trade & Borders: India-China border trade restarted via Lipulekh Pass after a six-year gap, with the first registered traders crossing into Tibet—expected to boost local commerce. US-China Tech Friction: US lawmakers asked DoorDash for details on its use of Chinese AI models, while the US also moves to restrict foreign-made advanced robots over cybersecurity and supply-chain concerns. Energy Transition: Solar is on track to overtake coal as China’s biggest installed power source before year-end, signaling a shift toward cleaner capacity and efficiency. Industry & Labor Pressure: A new “bed-sharing” trend among young renters highlights widening cost-of-living stress as wages stagnate. Port Performance: Shanghai Port set a new single-day record of 203,881 TEUs despite typhoon disruption, showing operational resilience. Corporate Dealmaking: Holcim agreed to sell its Philippines business to China’s Huaxin Building Materials for about $807m, marking a major exit and reshaping its Asia footprint. Security & Governance: China launched a nationwide crackdown on organized crime, targeting online “soft violence” and local “bullies” alongside gangs.