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Tesla is reportedly considering selling or spinning off its China operations as part of preparations for a potential merger with SpaceX. A separate China business could reduce regulatory complications tied to SpaceX’s U.S. defense work and possible scrutiny from Beijing, though Musk has denied plans to separate the unit.
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Tesla is reportedly considering selling or spinning off its China operations as part of preparations for a potential merger with SpaceX. A separate China business could reduce regulatory complications tied to SpaceX’s U.S. defense work and possible scrutiny from Beijing, though Musk has denied plans to separate the unit.
China Southern will enter the Ethiopian market on Oct. 12, 2026, with twice-weekly Boeing 787-9 services from Guangzhou to Addis Ababa via Changsha. The route expands the carrier’s Africa network and creates a new China–Ethiopia connection through its central China gateway.
Chinese state media has hinted at wider deployment of the YJ-20 hypersonic anti-ship missile, a program closely watched by regional militaries and defense analysts. The reporting suggests the weapon is moving beyond limited demonstrations toward more extensive fielding.
Beijing is steadily narrowing the advantage held by U.S. space capabilities by expanding and upgrading its satellite systems to gain a clearer view of American activities. The shift signals accelerating competition across space-based intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance.
Chinese operator Xizang Airlines is named as the launch customer for COMAC’s C919 high-altitude variant, with 40 aircraft reportedly on order. The variant has now completed its first test flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, marking a key milestone in its development program.
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COMAC has completed the first test flight of the C919-600 compact, high-altitude variant in Shanghai, positioning it for operations from high-elevation airports such as the Tibetan Plateau. The aircraft is described as a shorter-member of the C919 family and the second program member to enter flight testing.
A Beijing-based startup has secured about $14 million in funding to develop a satellite constellation focused on tracking orbital objects. The investment signals continued growth in China’s space situational awareness (SSA) sector as commercial providers expand SSA capabilities.
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