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Generative AI users reach 602M in China with 80.1% internet penetration rate

Generative AI users reach 602M in China with 80.1% internet penetration rate

China Internet Network Information Center says internet user base in world’s 2nd most populous nation rose to 1.125 billion last year

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Australia defends invitation to Israeli president despite growing pressure, criticism
05.02.2026

Australia defends invitation to Israeli president despite growing pressure, criticism

Herzog is set to arrive in Australia on 4-day state visit Sunday as discontent grows within Labor ranks over invitation

Australian teen charged over alleged threat against Israeli president
05.02.2026

Australian teen charged over alleged threat against Israeli president

President Herzog to arrive in Australia on Sunday for 4-day visit amid widespread protests by human rights groups

Japan’s Takaichi holds talks with TSMC chief amid tensions with China
05.02.2026

Japan’s Takaichi holds talks with TSMC chief amid tensions with China

Taiwanese chipmaker plans Japan’s first 3-nanometer semiconductor production

Soldiers from 19 nations join Pakistani military's ‘team spirit’ drills
05.02.2026

Soldiers from 19 nations join Pakistani military's ‘team spirit’ drills

Mission specific, task-oriented exercise aims to promote 'perseverance through team spirit'

 Handle arms sales to Taiwan with prudence: Xi tells Trump, says China ‘won’t allow separation’ of island
04.02.2026

Handle arms sales to Taiwan with prudence: Xi tells Trump, says China ‘won’t allow separation’ of island

2 sides should make 2026 ‘a year where our 2 major countries advance toward mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation,’ Xi Jinping tells Donald Trump in phone call