December
01.12.2024
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Sunday
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Day Marx Covered Taiwan Arms Thunder

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State media maintained intensive coverage of Xi's Marxist theory directives throughout the morning, continuing the ideological campaign from previous days. This synchronized messaging across multiple outlets appeared to overshadow mounting tensions over a new US$385 million arms sale to Taiwan.

By mid-morning, the Foreign Ministry issued strong statements against the Taiwan arms deal, while coverage emerged of Taiwan's Vice President Lai Ching-te's transit through Hawaii. These developments followed previous days' military technology announcements and Russian cooperation.

Technical coverage focused on China's planned 1,000km/h hyperloop trains and analysis of Huawei's Mate 70 sales challenges due to chip limitations and lack of Android support. Hong Kong coverage remained minimal in mainland media, while overseas outlets reported on London solidarity rallies for imprisoned democracy activists.
02.12.2024
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Monday
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Day Belt Roads Met Lithuanian Boot

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State media began the morning with synchronized coverage of rising manufacturing PMI numbers, reaching 51.5, the highest since July. Coverage quickly shifted to an intensive campaign promoting Xi's Belt and Road Initiative achievements, with multiple outlets publishing identical content throughout the day.

A diplomatic crisis emerged by mid-morning as Lithuania demanded Chinese diplomatic personnel leave the country, generating strong responses from Beijing. This development competed for attention with coverage of Trump-related market concerns, as Chinese economists called for a 5% GDP target in 2025.

The afternoon saw coordinated coverage of Xi's speech at the Fourth Belt and Road Forum, while Yi Gang's detailed explanation of interest rate market reforms emerged through financial media. Jimmy Lai's trial reached its 100th day with testimony about Hong Kong's role in US-China relations, though mainland coverage remained minimal.
03.12.2024
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Tuesday
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Day Belt Roads Met Mineral Wars

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State media orchestrated extensive coverage of Xi's "Understanding China" conference address, maintaining the Belt and Road narrative from previous days. This messaging campaign competed with BBC's investigation into Xinjiang-sourced tomato paste in European markets, though mainland outlets avoided the topic.

By mid-morning, China announced export controls on critical minerals to the US, escalating the technology confrontation that began with recent US chip restrictions. The yuan dropped to its lowest level in months as markets processed Trump's tariff threats.

The afternoon saw coverage shift to Xi's diplomatic meetings with Nepal's Prime Minister and Cambodia's Hun Sen, while four Chinese industry associations warned domestic companies about US chip purchases. The Hong Kong narrative focused on financial challenges, with the deficit projected to double to HK$100 billion.
04.12.2024
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Wednesday
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Day Seoul's Law Lasted Six Hours

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South Korean President Yoon's brief martial law declaration and swift retraction dominated Chinese media coverage, with state outlets carefully maintaining neutrality while reporting the unfolding political crisis. Presidential staff resignations and impeachment calls from 190 lawmakers followed.

State media simultaneously launched a coordinated campaign about constitutional reverence, possibly drawing implicit parallels. Belt and Road coverage continued from previous days through Xi's meetings with Hun Sen, though with reduced intensity compared to earlier coverage.

By afternoon, attention shifted to maritime tensions as China Coast Guard reported confrontations with Philippine vessels near Huangyan Dao. The development of EU-China trade frictions emerged through coverage of battery manufacturers reducing European expansion plans, while Yi Gang's comments suggested non-retaliation as optimal response to US trade barriers.
05.12.2024
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Thursday
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Day Thirteen Arms Firms Found Information Force

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Xi's inspection of military information support forces marked a shift in military modernization messaging, coinciding with Defense Minister Dong Jun's first public appearance since November. State media synchronized coverage of these developments with constitutional reverence narratives.

China announced sanctions against 13 US defense companies and 6 executives over Taiwan arms sales, following yesterday's mineral export controls. The measures emerged alongside reports of US personnel training Taiwan's coast guard.

A landslide at a Shenzhen railway construction site left 13 missing, while Hong Kong's government dismissed its culture and transport ministers. Cambodia's statements about Xi's support for a controversial canal project remained unconfirmed by Beijing.

German business confidence in China hit record lows as state media maintained coverage of Spring Festival's UNESCO heritage status, continuing the cultural diplomacy narrative from previous days.
06.12.2024
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Friday
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Day Trump's Man Met Digital Army

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Morning coverage centered on Xi's initiative to modernize military information systems, continuing yesterday's military modernization narrative while expanding digital capabilities emphasis. Trump's nomination of David Perdue as China ambassador generated parallel coverage streams, with state media maintaining distance.

Provincial debt management gained prominence by mid-day as Finance Ministry announced the transfer of special bond project approval rights to provincial levels, alongside 6 trillion yuan debt conversion bonds. Coverage synchronized with previous days' economic reform messaging.

Afternoon reports revealed August's nationwide power supply disruption from Xinjiang, while coverage shifted to Beijing-Tokyo diplomatic positioning on Korean peninsula stability. The news cycle closed with US appeals court upholding potential TikTok ban legislation, connecting to ongoing technology confrontation narratives.
07.12.2024
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Saturday
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Day Long March Met Spring Heritage

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State media maintained focus on Spring Festival's UNESCO heritage status through synchronized coverage across multiple outlets, while introducing new space capabilities messaging around Long March rockets for lunar missions.

By mid-morning, coverage shifted to Seoul's political crisis as President Yoon survived an impeachment attempt through his party's boycott of the vote, following yesterday's martial law controversy. The story evolved from initial crisis reports to Yoon's apology and eventual survival.

Afternoon coverage revealed Chinese rocket scientists' findings about accelerated ICBM aging, while state media responded to Western cyber espionage accusations. The narrative maintained distance from Australia's social media restrictions debate, even as it gained regional attention.

Local narratives about rice variety preservation in Hong Kong and complex hospital entry requirements for new drugs emerged in parallel to main political coverage.
08.12.2024
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Sunday
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Day Assad Fell While Civil Service Called

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The Syrian opposition's announcement of Assad's fall dominated morning coverage, with state media maintaining cautious distance while emphasizing Chinese nationals' safety. The military's confirmation and prime minister's cooperation signals suggested coordinated transition messaging.

Coverage shifted to domestic focuses as reports revealed record-high civil service examination applications, reaching 3.41 million participants. This narrative connected to ongoing coverage of economic pressures and youth employment challenges.

State media maintained parallel streams on Xi's grassroots experience and people's congress system publications, while environmental coverage highlighted desert containment technologies. Notre-Dame Cathedral's reopening received attention for Chinese restoration contributions.

Evening coverage returned to Syria, analyzing regional stability implications while maintaining focus on Chinese interests in the region.
09.12.2024
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Monday
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Day Assad Reached Moscow While Money Changed Course

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Following yesterday's fall of Damascus, morning coverage tracked Assad's arrival in Moscow for asylum, marking the end of China's strategic partnership in Syria. State media maintained careful distance while international outlets analyzed implications for Beijing's regional influence.

Mid-morning attention shifted to the Politburo meeting on 2025 economic planning, revealing a significant policy shift from fourteen years of "prudent" monetary stance to "moderately loose" approach. This transition occurred alongside promises of "proactive measures" to boost domestic demand.

Afternoon coverage returned to international implications of Assad's fall, with particular focus on unreturned Chinese investments in Syria. Coverage patterns suggested careful messaging control, as state media emphasized economic planning while limiting discussion of Syria's political transition impact on Belt and Road initiatives.
10.12.2024
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Tuesday
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Day Border Gates Locked While Assad Echo Faded

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Following Assad's fall and Moscow arrival, state media pivoted to Xi's border area development directives, emphasizing Mandarin language promotion and security measures. The messaging suggested tighter control over border regions amid regional instability.

Export growth narrowed to 6.7% as new restrictions on drone component exports to Western markets emerged. The Politburo's economic planning meeting signaled a shift toward "超常规逆周期调节" (extraordinary counter-cyclical adjustment), suggesting more aggressive fiscal interventions.

Vietnam-China maritime disputes retreated behind trade cooperation rhetoric, though reports of Vietnamese reef projects indicated underlying tensions. Hong Kong coverage revealed increasing media self-censorship perception, while authorities maintained distance from LGBTQ court ruling debates. State media emphasized Xi's warnings against trade wars while promoting China's role as global growth engine, despite EV export slowdown evidence.
11.12.2024
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Wednesday
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Day Money Shield Met Silenced Voices

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State media amplified Xi's economic messaging while announcing a 4 trillion yuan infrastructure investment plan, signaling intensified market intervention following Assad's fall aftershocks. The morning saw coordinated coverage across outlets emphasizing China's role as global growth engine.

By midday, reports emerged of two prominent economists facing speech restrictions ahead of the Economic Work Conference, while pension reform plans surfaced. The Shenzhen residential compound explosion briefly diverted attention but received limited coverage.

Evening reporting focused on technological achievements, particularly the Mach 6 hypersonic aircraft test, while continuing to emphasize economic stability messaging. Hong Kong coverage revealed ongoing tension between security law implementation and civil liberties, with Jimmy Lai's trial and talent scheme manipulation allegations highlighting persistent governance challenges.
12.12.2024
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Thursday
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Day Economic Conference Met Trump's Call

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Morning coverage focused on Trump's reported invitation to Xi for his potential inauguration, generating diplomatic speculation while state media emphasized Xi's openness to US business engagement. The first transgender legal victory against forced conversion therapy briefly surfaced in coverage, marking a milestone.

By midday, attention shifted to the Central Economic Work Conference, with coordinated messaging across state outlets highlighting Xi's speech and 2025 planning. The conference signaled deficit spending increases, continuing the policy shift from "prudent" to "moderately loose" monetary stance announced days earlier.

Afternoon coverage revealed new US plans to restrict advanced chip access globally, targeting Chinese procurement networks, while Beijing signaled possible antitrust measures against Nvidia. Hong Kong coverage documented increasing surveillance measures, with plans for AI-enhanced drone patrols and rising fraud cases.
13.12.2024
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Friday
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Day Money Gates Opened While Drills Whispered

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The Central Economic Work Conference's conclusions emerged through controlled media releases, signaling increased fiscal deficit ratios and potential interest rate cuts for 2025. This marks a shift from previous monetary stances, continuing the policy pivot observed earlier this week.

Reports of undisclosed military exercises near Taiwan's eastern coast surfaced through international media, while state outlets emphasized diplomatic exchanges with Japan's military officers. The morning's economic uncertainty narratives, particularly in Hong Kong media, gave way to afternoon coverage of Xi's meeting with Hong Kong's Chief Executive.

Evening reporting revealed new US-China science agreement renewals with added "guardrails," while coverage emerged of potential Australian intervention in Darwin Port's Chinese operations. State media maintained focus on economic planning while minimizing coverage of the UK court case involving a Hong Kong trade office employee charged with espionage.
14.12.2024
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Saturday
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Day Economic Promise Met Korean Fall

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The morning coverage centered on state media's coordinated messaging about expansionary economic policies for 2024, building on the previous days' Central Economic Work Conference conclusions. The fiscal deficit ratio shift received particular attention, with experts signaling a departure from previous constraints.

Xi's upcoming attendance at Macau's 25th return anniversary dominated mid-morning coverage across state outlets, while reports emerged of PPP project defaults and local government debt challenges. This narrative contrasted with the economic optimism in official messaging.

The afternoon saw extensive coverage of South Korean President Yoon's impeachment by parliament, with Chinese state media maintaining measured distance while international outlets detailed the constitutional implications. Coverage concluded with reports of technological developments, including a laser cutter sale to an unnamed US buyer and developments in cyborg insect production.
15.12.2024
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Sunday
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Day Economic Plans Met Prince's Denial

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State media continued its coordinated messaging campaign about the Central Economic Work Conference conclusions, with particular emphasis on future industries and technological innovation. The coverage expanded from previous days' general economic optimism to specific sector planning.

International attention focused on Prince Andrew's statement distancing himself from an alleged Chinese spy, creating a diplomatic undercurrent that state media largely ignored. This story developed alongside reports of increasing Chinese investment in overseas assets through US visa programs.

Xi Jinping's article on Party self-reform received synchronized coverage across state outlets, while independent media revealed growing concerns about local government debt and PPP project defaults. Coverage concluded with Wang Yi's warnings about potential EU trade conflicts, suggesting mounting pressure on multiple diplomatic fronts.
16.12.2024
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Monday
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Day Macau's Silver Dream Met November's Numbers

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State media launched coordinated coverage of Macau's 25th anniversary of return to China, while November's economic data revealed retail sales growing at 3.0%, below expectations. The narrative tension between celebratory messaging and economic reality continued throughout the morning.

Military news emerged with PLA's publication of electronic warfare capabilities against US carrier groups, while customs officials seized Hong Kong geography textbooks over territorial depictions. These developments occurred against the backdrop of continued coverage of the Central Economic Work Conference outcomes.

Xi Jinping's speech at Qiao Shi's centenary commemoration dominated afternoon coverage, while independent media focused on the conclusion of "Made in China 2025" initiative and its mixed results. The day concluded with reports of nuclear power expansion plans and revelations about US-China diplomatic channels during the 2023 balloon incident.
17.12.2024
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Tuesday
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Day Macau's Jubilee Met Hainan's Turn

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The morning opened with state media's coordinated deployment of Xi's "rural roots" narrative, while new visa policies extended transit stays to 240 hours across 60 ports. Independent sources revealed European airlines dropping China routes despite official economic optimism.

Midday coverage pivoted to Xi's upcoming Macau visit for the 25th reunification anniversary celebrations, while reports emerged of China's largest artificial-island airport construction in Dalian. The Jimmy Lai trial continued with testimony about police conduct changes after the security law.

The afternoon shifted focus to Hainan, with Xi urging the province to advance its modernization agenda. Military developments surfaced through revelations about hypersonic drone launches and the death of space defense expert Zhang Xiaoxin. Coverage of Prince Andrew's alleged Chinese spy connections continued to develop from previous days' reports.
18.12.2024
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Wednesday
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Day Macau's Silver Light Met Investment's Flight

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Xi Jinping's arrival in Macau for the 25th anniversary celebrations dominated state media coverage, continuing the narrative buildup from previous days. The choreographed coverage emphasized Macau as a model of "one country, two systems" while avoiding discussion of its economic challenges.

Meanwhile, financial data revealed foreign investors reducing Chinese bond holdings for the third consecutive month, while CEO confidence continued declining. This economic undertone contrasted with state media's focus on technological achievements, including claims about the Zuchongzhi 3.0 quantum computer rivaling Google's capabilities.

The afternoon brought Premier Li's pledge to protect private firms, while reports emerged of rural reform directives and escalating concerns about surveillance in Yunnan's Muslim communities. Hong Kong's reduction of smart ballot box plans and Jimmy Lai's ongoing trial provided parallel narratives about governance approaches.
19.12.2024
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Thursday
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Day Pearl Met Moon Plans

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State media orchestrated extensive coverage of Xi's Macau visit, continuing the celebratory narrative from previous days. Morning reports focused on his inspection of Macau University of Science and Technology, while afternoon coverage shifted to the Guangdong-Macao Cooperation Zone in Hengqin.

Meanwhile, independent media reported on Hong Kong's HK$640 million expenditure on birth rate incentives and its wild boar control success. BBC Chinese marked the 40th anniversary of the Sino-British Joint Declaration with perspectives from Hong Kong residents born in 1984.

Evening coverage revealed Hong Kong scientists' involvement in the Chang'e-8 moon mission, while Jimmy Lai's security trial testimony claimed Xi's leadership fundamentally altered Communist Party dynamics. Reports emerged of Chinese cybersecurity accusations against US tech theft, alongside coverage of undertreated depression among China's elderly population.
20.12.2024
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Friday
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Day Macau's Silver Crown Met Youth Drug Shadow

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The morning opened with reports of increasing youth drug use in Hong Kong, with 46% of users starting between ages 12-17, creating a stark contrast to the day's ceremonial focus. State media orchestrated extensive coverage of Xi Jinping's attendance at Macau's 25th handover anniversary celebration and new Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai's inauguration.

By midday, attention shifted to Xi's inspection of PLA garrison in Macau, while parallel stories emerged about Shanghai's financial sector troubles, with bank employees sentenced for loan intermediary bribery and securities regulators investigating Chunhou Fund.

Evening coverage revealed China's new maritime regulations requiring 10% of Chinese imports to use U.S. vessels, while reports surfaced about extensive security measures in Macau during Xi's visit, with citywide screen restrictions resembling martial law conditions. Vietnam's increased military cooperation with PLA emerged as a significant regional development.
21.12.2024
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Saturday
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Day Macau's Story Met Platform's Tax

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State media continued extensive coverage of Xi's Macau visit, emphasizing the "science and technology footprint" of his inspection tours. This narrative builds on previous days' coverage of the 25th anniversary celebrations.

A significant policy shift emerged with new regulations requiring platform enterprises to report merchant tax information, signaling increased oversight of the digital economy. Meanwhile, reports surfaced of record Lunar New Year travel bookings, indicating economic recovery expectations.

By afternoon, coverage shifted to foreign investment themes, with authorities making new pledges to foreign firms regarding market access. The collapse of AI medical company Hawk Eye with 600 employees and discussions about 2024 investment trends in hydrogen, autonomous driving, and satellite internet highlighted ongoing tech sector volatility.

Evening coverage focused on U.S. military aid to Taiwan and Pakistan's reported J-35 fighter deal with China.
22.12.2024
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Sunday
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Day Consumer Slump Met Macau's Silver Crown

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State media maintained intense coverage of Macau's 25th anniversary celebrations, with Xi's message about youth development and regional integration dominating morning headlines. A parallel narrative emerged as Caixin reported significant consumer spending declines exceeding 10% in Beijing and Shanghai, revealing economic challenges beneath the ceremonial surface.

Multiple government bodies issued coordinated responses to US military aid for Taiwan, escalating rhetoric throughout the day. The Foreign Ministry's "playing with fire" statement was repeated across state outlets in varying forms.

By afternoon, attention shifted to Xi's anti-corruption campaign reaching record numbers of high-ranking officials in 2024. Evening coverage highlighted China's C919 commercial jet expansion to 10 major cities, while state media began publishing year-end reviews of space achievements, presenting technological advancement narratives to counter economic concerns.
23.12.2024
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Monday
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Day Generals Rose While Dam Protests Echoed

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Morning coverage focused on a rare public protest by Tibetans against dam construction on the Jinsha River, which state media largely ignored while reporting on Xi's Macau visit aftermath. The protest ended in arrests and violence.

By midday, state media pivoted to extensive coverage of military promotions, with Xi Jinping presenting general rank orders in a ceremony that dominated afternoon headlines across all major outlets. This military focus occurred amid reports of China condemning US military assistance to Taiwan.

Economic concerns surfaced through reports of plummeting EV exports to Europe due to tariffs, while local governments received new guidance on infrastructure investment approaches. The return of China-born biologist Wang Cunyu from the US received attention, fitting into the ongoing narrative of scientific talent repatriation.
24.12.2024
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Tuesday
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Day Bounty Hunters Chased While Banks Stumbled

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Hong Kong authorities escalated pressure on overseas activists by canceling seven passports and issuing HK$1 million bounties for six individuals, continuing the pattern of cross-border law enforcement seen in recent months.

Economic instability surfaced through multiple channels: a major EV manufacturer's sudden collapse, banks struggling with mounting foreclosures, and the Finance Ministry announcing emergency measures to boost consumption in 2025. These developments emerged against the backdrop of ongoing consumer spending decline reported in previous days.

State media maintained coordinated coverage of Xi's engagement with rural development and innovation initiatives, while carefully managing the narrative around a death sentence for a primary school SUV attack. By evening, attention shifted to China's criticism of the US Defense Authorization Act and reports of mineral export controls affecting US weapons manufacturing.
25.12.2024
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Wednesday
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Day Canal Plans Met Congress Date

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The National People's Congress announcement for March 5 dominated morning coverage across state media, while Caixin revealed extensive plans for new canal projects amid slowing growth - a continuation of infrastructure-focused economic policy. State media maintained coordinated messaging about "people-focused modernization."

China-Japan relations saw movement through visa discussions and cultural exchange agreements, while South Korean diplomatic channels reopened after recent tensions. The foreign ministry defended Hong Kong police actions against democracy activists, following yesterday's bounty announcements.

Evening coverage focused on Xi's presidential orders and the conclusion of the standing committee session. Reports emerged of labor exploitation at BYD's Brazilian operations, while state media highlighted survey results showing domestic confidence in economic globalization - a narrative pushing back against recent consumer spending concerns.
26.12.2024
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Thursday
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Day Tibet Dam Met Service Growth

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The morning began with reports of China's plans to build its largest dam in Tibet's deepest canyon, following yesterday's rural development focus. This infrastructure push came alongside revelations about Delong Group's bankruptcy restructuring, involving 70 billion yuan in debt claims against 10 billion in assets.

Labor issues surfaced as Brazilian prosecutors halted BYD factory construction over alleged worker exploitation. By midday, the fifth national economic census revealed a 25.6% growth in service sector employment over five years, while state media coordinated coverage of Xi's united front work thoughts.

The afternoon saw defense ministry statements warning about U.S. actions potentially triggering a space arms race, connecting to recent tensions over the U.S. Defense Authorization Act. State media maintained focus on rural revitalization themes while managing coverage of two more generals falling to anti-corruption investigations.
27.12.2024
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Friday
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Day Rails Met Arctic Waters

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State media coordinated extensive coverage of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway project launch, with Xi's congratulatory message reproduced across multiple outlets, positioning it as strategic for regional connectivity.

Military developments dominated morning coverage with the launch of Type 076 amphibious assault ship featuring electromagnetic catapult technology, while reports emerged of 3D-printed battlefield parts and claims about sixth-generation stealth fighter advances. The launch of a new icebreaker signaled expanding Arctic ambitions.

Hong Kong authorities continued institutional pressure by stripping Martin Lee of his Justice of the Peace title, while police monitored an independent book fair. The afternoon saw attention shift to Party discipline as the Political Bureau held its democratic life meeting, connecting to previous days' coverage of military corruption investigations.

Economic coverage noted industrial profits' continued decline, though at a narrowing rate, while development plans emerged for low-altitude airspace.
28.12.2024
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Saturday
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Day Iran Met Party Rules

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State media led morning coverage with extensive coordination on Party discipline narratives, following previous days' focus on military corruption investigations. The emphasis on discipline rules appeared across multiple outlets, suggesting a coordinated messaging campaign.

Trump's Supreme Court appeal against the TikTok ban emerged as international news, while Hong Kong authorities escalated pressure on democracy activists by issuing arrest warrants with bounties. By midday, attention shifted to Iran's Foreign Minister's Beijing visit, discussing Middle East developments amid regional tensions.

The afternoon saw coverage of China's space program setback with a failed rocket launch, though state media emphasized the year's overall launch record. Economic coverage focused on cross-provincial law enforcement practices and their impact on business operations, while VOA analyzed Biden's "economic warfare" legacy in US-China relations.
29.12.2024
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Sunday
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Day of the Jeju Air Crash

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The morning media cycle focused intensively on the unfolding Jeju Air disaster in South Korea, with casualty numbers rising throughout the day from initial reports of 28 to final confirmation of 179 deaths. The black box was recovered as investigations began into possible bird strike and adverse weather conditions.

State media maintained coordinated messaging about Xi's "opening up" narrative and Politburo study sessions, while unveiling the CR450 high-speed train prototype in Beijing. By midday, Xi sent formal condolences to South Korea's acting president, marking official acknowledgment of the disaster.

Afternoon coverage shifted to China's expanding influence in Africa, particularly in the Gulf of Guinea and through TCM diplomacy with Djibouti. The state-backed narrative of Xiongan as a "city of the future" emerged, while selective visa policies toward EU countries indicated continuing strategic differentiation in diplomatic relations.
30.12.2024
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Monday
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Day Carter and Jeju Intertwined

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The morning media cycle interwove coverage of Jimmy Carter's death at 100 with ongoing reporting of the Jeju Air disaster that dominated the previous day. State media coordinated Xi's condolence messages for both events, while emphasizing Carter's role in US-China diplomatic relations.

Mid-morning coverage shifted to domestic developments, with Guangzhou implementing strict e-bike regulations and the unveiling of China's CR450 high-speed train. The afternoon saw coordinated state media previews of Xi's upcoming New Year address, while Hong Kong outlets focused on Security Chief Tang's statements about Article 23 implementation.

Late coverage revealed leadership changes at China Shipbuilding Group, while economic reporting highlighted a 20% decrease in land transactions and central bank penalties for bond market violations. Local officials were replaced following the Zhuhai car attack, marking continued administrative responses to security incidents.
31.12.2024
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Tuesday
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The Year's Last Speech

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State media coordinated extensive coverage of Xi's New Year's tea party and upcoming 2025 address, following a pattern similar to previous years' end-of-year messaging. Morning reports centered on factory activity data showing continued expansion, while highlighting complications in export markets.

Economic coverage revealed the central bank's significant December interventions: 1.4 trillion yuan in reverse repos and 300 billion yuan in net bond purchases. The yuan approached 7.3 against the dollar, prompting discussion of stabilization measures for 2025.

Xi and Putin's mutual New Year greetings received synchronized coverage across state outlets. A report on Taiwan tensions projected increased pressure in 2025 while downplaying war risks. Late morning coverage shifted to China's sixth-generation stealth fighter standards and social stability measures through festive handouts, while state media maintained focus on Xi's economic confidence messaging.
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