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China news — September 26, 2026

Publications tagged with China published on September 26, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

12 publications

  1. BusinessChina

    UBS Considers Exit from Switzerland Over New Capital Rules

    UBS, Switzerland's largest bank, is exploring options including a potential merger with Morgan Stanley, as new capital requirements could cost the bank around €25 billion. Swiss Finance Minister Karin Keller-Sutter downplayed the likelihood of UBS leaving, stating it would be more expensive and legally complex. The bank has warned that the new rules could make it less competitive internationally.
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  2. PoliticsBillMiddle EastNorth AmericaChina

    Russia's Lavrov Meets German Counterpart Vadeful Despite Lack of New Insights

    Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met with his German counterpart Annalena Baerbock (Vadeful) at the latter's last-minute request, despite expressing that no new information was gained from the meeting. Lavrov advised Vadeful to read his speech on Ukraine at the UN Security Council on September 23, stating that Vadeful's speech at the UNGA meeting merely repeated Germany's constant position.
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  5. WorldConstitutionMiddle EastChina

    NDA Allies Demand Clarification from CEC Gyanesh Kumar Over Electoral Roll Revision

    Several NDA allies, including LJP, TDP, RLD, and RLM, have joined the opposition in demanding clarity from Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar regarding reported differences among the Election Commissioners over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. They expressed concern that the controversy could weaken public trust in the electoral process.
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  6. SocietyLocal GovMiddle EastChina

    El-Sayed's Stance on HIV Disclosure Law

    Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed has consistently advocated for repealing a Michigan law that made it a felony for individuals with HIV to have sex without disclosing their status to their partner. He first expressed this position during his 2018 gubernatorial campaign, describing the law as 'hateful' and 'discriminatory'. El-Sayed's campaign supports the 2019 bipartisan reform that narrowed the felony's scope but maintains that he originally called for the full repeal of HIV criminalization laws.
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  7. SportsChinaEVs

    Russian Electric Vehicle Production Surge Predicted Within Two Years

    Russian chemist Yevgeny Antipov predicts a fully domestic electric vehicle will appear in Russia within two years. He cites the rapid development of electric transport globally and the decreasing cost of batteries due to advancements in technology. Three gigafactories for lithium-ion battery production are set to launch in Russia by 2027, potentially enabling the production of 200,000 electric vehicles annually.
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  8. WorldMiddle EastChina

    India Defends Jammu and Kashmir Status at UNHRC

    India has strongly defended its position on Jammu and Kashmir at the UN Human Rights Council, asserting that the region 'was, is, and will always remain an integral and inalienable part of India'. Speaking at the UNHRC session in Geneva, India's First Secretary Petal Gahlot hit back at Pakistan for raising the issue, stating that if Kashmir must be discussed, attention should be turned to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir where people face 'wanton killings, brutal violence, and denial of basic rights'.
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  9. WorldBillMiddle EastChina

    Iran, Iraq, and Russia Discuss Hormuz Strait Negotiations

    The Iraqi Foreign Minister informed his Russian counterpart, Sergei Lavrov, about the ongoing negotiations and understandings between Iran and Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz. The discussions focused on establishing a safe passage for shipping and preventing the U.S. from using the strait to threaten Iran's security. Mediation efforts to facilitate a return to diplomatic talks were also discussed.
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  10. WorldMiddle EastChinaIndia

    Nepal Proposes Himalayan Climate Resilience Mechanism with India and China

    Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah, in his address at the 81st United Nations General Assembly, proposed the establishment of a Himalayan Climate Resilience Mechanism. This initiative, led by Nepal, India, and China, aims to share satellite data and expertise, monitor dangerous glacial lakes, strengthen joint early warning systems, and coordinate assistance across borders in response to disasters. The proposal comes in the wake of recent catastrophic flooding in the region.
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