CHINA

Beijing will host the second World Humanoid Robot Games from August 22 to 26, featuring 2,056 robots from 666 teams across 16 countries. The competition has expanded sharply from the inaugural 2025 edition, moving from demonstrations into practical...

President Bola Tinubu has invited China to partner with Nigeria through geophysical data sharing to unlock opportunities in the country's marine economy. Nigeria says technology transfer and marine intelligence will deliver greater long-term economic value than traditional development...

Nigeria Police arrested and extradited a Chinese fugitive wanted for allegedly masterminding the smuggling of about 12 tonnes of endangered tree pangolin scales from Nigeria to China After fleeing China in 2019 and resurfacing in Nigeria years later,...

Chinese capital inflows into Nigeria fell 40.9 percent to $5.55 million in the first quarter of 2026, despite the Federal Government's announcement of more than $20 billion in investment commitments. China's share of Nigeria's total capital importation weakened...

Elon Musk says China could eventually lead the world in AI if it gets enough computing power. The Tesla CEO says electricity and robotics could become as important as advanced AI chips. Musk questioned whether US restrictions can...

July 07, (THEWILL) — China is considering restricting overseas access to its most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models, in a move that underscores Beijing's growing view of AI as a strategic national security asset. According to Reuters, Chinese authorities have...

July 1 (THEWILL) — The World Bank will gradually phase out lending to China by 2031, marking a significant shift in its relationship with the world's second-largest economy as Beijing's economic development reduces its need for financial support. According to...

May 29 (THEWILL) — United States President, Donald Trump, has announced that the United States and China will jointly participate in the recovery and destruction of Iran’s buried enriched nuclear material under a proposed agreement to ease tensions in...

May 05, (THEWILL) — The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed deep sorrow over the deadly explosion at a fireworks factory in Hunan Province, China, joining global voices in mourning the victims of the industrial disaster that claimed dozens...

March 17, (THEWILL) — The Government of China has announced plans to provide emergency humanitarian assistance to Iran, Jordan, Lebanon and Iraq, following worsening humanitarian conditions linked to the ongoing regional conflict. China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Lin Jian, who disclosed...