What are the latest news in China? August 31st, 2026
Key news developments in China as of August 31, 2026:
- Manufacturing & Economy: China’s official Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for August rose to 49.8 from 49.2 in July, beating analyst forecasts. While the figure remains marginally below the 50-point mark separating expansion from contraction, the slower pace of contraction was supported by an uptick in export demand and high-tech equipment manufacturing. Meanwhile, the non-manufacturing PMI held flat at 49.0, reflecting continued pressure on domestic consumer demand and real estate.- Investment Executive+ 2———
- Corporate & Tech Earnings: Major tech firms released mid-year financial figures, with Huawei reporting a 36% decline in first-half net profits attributed to elevated research and development expenditures and higher input costs despite sustained revenue growth. -The Standard (HK)——–
- Energy & Five-Year Planning: Sector blueprints for the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) continue to roll out, outlining national targets for power safety, oil and gas expansion, and clean energy transport transition.- Carbon Brief———
- Weather & Disaster Response: Emergency relief efforts remain active across several regions following late-August torrential rains and flash flooding, notably affecting parts of Tibet and southwestern provinces. -UN News – the United Nations——–