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China news — September 2, 2026

Publications tagged with China published on September 2, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

11 publications

  5. ScienceAsiaChinaOil & Gas

    Chevron to Expand Venezuelan Operations, Invest $7 Billion

    Chevron Corp. is finalizing a deal to significantly expand its operations in Venezuela by adding two giant oil fields in the Orinoco Belt. The Texas oil company has negotiated operating rights to the fields that hold billions of barrels of heavy oil reserves. The deal, expected to be the largest of several agreements announced in the coming days, is separate from negotiations for the US government to take a direct stake in oil fields. Chevron plans to invest $7 billion over the next five years to double its production in Venezuela.
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  7. TechChinaSoftwareHardware

    Samsung Expands One UI 9 Beta to More Devices

    Samsung has started rolling out the One UI 9 beta, based on Android 17, to more devices. The Galaxy S26 series has received its eighth beta, while the Galaxy S25 series has joined the beta program with its first update. Additionally, the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, and even the Galaxy S24 series are now eligible for the One UI 9 beta. The updates include the August 2026 security patch and bring new One UI features.
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  8. WorldMiddle EastChina

    EU Seeks to Convince China to Limit Exports

    The European Commission is exploring ways to persuade China to rein in its exports to the EU, aiming to reduce a significant trade deficit. The EU's trade chief, Šefčovič, has stated that the bloc wants to increase its exports to China and better manage the influx of Chinese goods. The EU is seeking tangible results by October, including pilot schemes to address China's supply glut. However, some experts like Jan van der Putten argue that China may no longer prioritize Europe in its trade policies.
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  9. WorldAsiaMiddle EastChina

    Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto Attends Eastern Economic Forum in Russia

    Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto traveled to Vladivostok, Russia, to attend the 11th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) as an honorary guest. The forum, held from September 1-4, focuses on investment, technology, logistics, and development of Russia’s Far East. Over 5,000 participants from over 70 countries are expected. Prabowo's visit was at the invitation of Russian President Putin, marking a strong relationship between Indonesia and Moscow.
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  10. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastChina

    Russia Proposes Permanent Visa-Free Travel with China

    Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed making the visa-free travel program with China permanent during a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The current visa-free regime, implemented in 2025, allows citizens of both countries to visit each other for up to 30 days without a visa. Putin noted that the program has facilitated business and humanitarian contacts and increased tourist exchanges by 43% in the first half of the year. Russia is ready to work together with China to make the visa-free regime permanent if Beijing finds it beneficial.
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