08:56⇢EV Giant Falls as Hong Kong Hunts Six
⌨The newspapers report on a major EV company's sudden closure, highlighting broader struggles in China's new energy vehicle sector despite market growth (BBC Chinese, Caixin). State media coordinates coverage of Xi's engagement with innovation and rural development (Beijing Daily, China Daily, Guangming Daily). Hong Kong authorities escalate pressure on activists abroad by issuing million-dollar bounties for six individuals deemed "fugitives" (Hong Kong Free Press, DW Chinese).