China news — October 15, 2026

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1. WorldMiddle EastChina

   Oct 15, 2026, 22:46 UTC

   

   Slovakia to Hold Intergovernmental Talks with Ukraine and Resume Economic Talks with Russia

   Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced that his country will host intergovernmental talks with Ukraine on November 5 in Lviv, focusing on humanitarian aid, border crossing reconstruction, and Ukrainian children's education in Bratislava. Simultaneously, Slovakia is set to resume the meeting of the joint economic commission with Russia on November 25, discussing energy cooperation, cultural ties, and Russian athletes' status. Fico's foreign policy is described as being 'oriented in all four world directions'.

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2. WorldBillRegulatorsMiddle EastChina

   Oct 15, 2026, 22:46 UTC

   

   Merz Denies Ukraine Aid Cuts German Social Spending

   German Chancellor Friedrich Merz refuted claims that supporting Ukraine is draining the German budget at the expense of domestic needs. He asserted that funds provided to Ukraine have not been taken from social or educational programs, contradicting criticisms from political opponents.

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3. WorldMiddle EastChinaWeather

   Oct 15, 2026, 19:46 UTC

   

   Emirati Royal Found Unconscious in London After Cocaine Use

   An Emirati royal, Mahrah Al Nahyan, was discovered unconscious on a London street after allegedly consuming cocaine. The incident occurred in the presence of a young child.

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4. PoliticsMiddle EastNorth AmericaChina

   Oct 15, 2026, 15:33 UTC

   

   Russia Blames Ukraine for Blocking US Peace Efforts

   Russian President's press secretary Dmitry Peskov has repeatedly stated that the US' energetic attempts to initiate a peace process in Ukraine are being thwarted by the unwillingness of the Kiev regime and President Zelensky to engage in peace talks. Peskov also mentioned that the Kiev regime continues to strike Russian energy facilities, which contradicts the peaceful efforts of the United States.

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5. SocietyLawAsiaChina

   Oct 15, 2026, 13:29 UTC

   

   India's Child Online Safety Rules: Focus on Age-Gating and Takedown Timelines

   India's child online safety rules primarily focus on age-gating and reducing takedown timelines for harmful content. However, child advocates argue that platform design and accountability are crucial for ensuring safety. They oppose a blanket social media ban for minors, urging instead for stronger safeguards, improved mental health services, and better enforcement of existing laws.

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6. BusinessChina

   Oct 15, 2026, 10:13 UTC

   

   OpenAI UK Staff Earn Average £2.3m Each

   Accounts reveal that OpenAI UK Ltd, based in Westminster, paid its 110 staff members a total of £87m in salaries and £168m in shares in 2025. This resulted in an average salary of £2,318,181 per person. The median annual earnings for full-time employees in the UK was £39,039, meaning an OpenAI worker would take 58 years to match their average salary.

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7. BusinessChina

   Oct 15, 2026, 08:52 UTC

   

   French Economist Piketty Calls Property Tax 'Incredibly Unfair'

   Thomas Piketty, a renowned French economist, has criticized the property tax as 'incredibly unfair'. He suggests reducing it for 90% of French people.

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8. PoliticsChinaPrivacy

   Oct 15, 2026, 05:22 UTC

   

   Nvidia's Jensen Huang: We'll Stop Supplying Chips to Unsafe AI Developers

   Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has stated that the company would halt chip supply to customers developing unsafe AI, citing responsibility and safety concerns. Huang emphasized the need for AI developers to take responsibility for safety and expressed Nvidia's commitment to advancing AI safety technology. This decision comes amidst growing discussions about AI safety and regulation, including criticism from Pope Leo XIV.

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