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China news — August 8, 2026

Publications tagged with China published on August 8, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

12 publications

  2. WorldJudiciaryMiddle EastChina

    China Tightens Exit Controls

    China is implementing new regulations that expand authorities' powers to prevent citizens from leaving the country. These include secret exit bans and restrictions related to national security. The new rules aim to protect intellectual property and prevent technology theft, with authorities citing increased risks and challenges in managing entry and exit processes. Citizens may face passport collection by hospitals, state units, and local authorities, and human rights lawyers have reported border stops.
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    New York City Dismisses Haitian Employees After TPS Ends

    New York City is dismissing Haitian employees who lost their jobs after the U.S. Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians. Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the city will provide assistance, including legal consultations and medical insurance access, to help affected employees and their families. The city is also exploring options for reincorporation if TPS is restored or they obtain another legal status.
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  5. ScienceChinaSemiconductorsHardware

    Russia Proposes BRICS Drone Cooperation

    Russia has proposed cooperation with BRICS countries in the field of civilian drones. Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Alexei Gruzdev stated that Russia is ready to offer partners not only drone platforms but also comprehensive technological solutions. The proposal includes joint development, manufacturing, and sharing operational expertise in deploying unmanned aerial vehicles across various industries.
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    Spain Imposes Border Controls on Italy in Retaliation

    Spain will temporarily introduce border controls for travelers from Italy in response to similar measures imposed by Rome. The Spanish government announced this decision, which will affect airports and ports, and is a reaction to Italy's refusal to lift border controls on travelers from Spain following the migrant crisis in Spain's North African territory of Sebta. The move is expected to have concrete changes for those flying from Italy to Spain, with no significant changes in required documents for departure.
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  8. PoliticsChinaAISci Policy

    India Urged to Proactively Address AI Risks in Finance

    India's Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran emphasized the need for a proactive approach to AI safety and security in the financial sector. He warned that while AI can enhance creditworthiness analysis and risk flagging, it should not create new forms of exclusion. The financial sector was advised to build safeguards against AI risks before deploying the technology.
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    Ukraine, Serbia Sign Memorandum of Understanding

    Ukraine and Serbia signed a memorandum of understanding, with President Volodymyr Zelensky and Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić in attendance. The document was signed by Serbia's Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Management, Dragan Glamočić, and Ukraine's Ambassador to Serbia, Oleksandr Litvinenko. The signing took place during Zelensky's first visit to Serbia since taking office, aiming to intensify bilateral cooperation, particularly in the economic sphere.
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