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Weekly Must-Read: China Vows to Create a ‘Bigger, Better, and Stronger’ Private Sector

Private businesses typically absorb a large portion of the young workforce.

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The Caixin Must-Read newsletter brings you the best of our coverage over the past week, handpicked by our editors.

# Economy #

China Vows to Create a ‘Bigger, Better, and Stronger’ Private Sector

Measures aim to create a more level playing field for private businesses and entrepreneurs amid sluggish economic growth

Charts of the Day: China’s Household, Overall Debt-to-GDP Ratios Rise to a Record

Growth in leverage was driven by government debt amid efforts to support the economic recovery, report shows

# Cover Story #

China Seeks Cure for Ailing Health System

An aging nation and slowing economy force changes in medical insurance program

# Finance #

China’s New Rules for Private Funds Are Just the Beginning

Although an overarching legal framework goes into effect in September, more regulations will be introduced to tackle controversial issues, sources tell Caixin

# Business #

Why Temasek Is Steering Clear of China’s Generative AI Stock Frenzy for Now

Singapore state-owned investor hasn’t made a single investment in the industry on the mainland stock market, but will keep a close eye on its long-term prospects, China president tells Caixin

Chinese Chipmakers Urge Beijing to Do More Amid Escalating U.S. Export Controls

Representatives from domestic semiconductor firms met with Ministry of Commerce officials this week seeking to avoid raising trade tensions even further, Caixin has learned

In Depth: WeChat’s Short Video E-Commerce Drive Suffers From a Lack of Customers

Tencent could net much-needed revenue from merchants peddling products live online — but few users stick around long enough to buy

# Tech #

Exclusive: Chinese Smartphone Chipmaker Unisoc’s Financing Plan Stalled by Shareholder Dispute

Sources say delay is due to lawsuit against companies withholding employees’ stock incentives

# World #

Analysis: Germany’s China Strategy Has Limited Impact on Bilateral Trade and Investment

Berlin hopes to reduce dependence on its largest trading partner in certain key areas such as medical technology and rare earths, but its long-awaited plan has few specifics

# Opinion #

How Can Policymakers Boost Confidence in Private Enterprises?

Beijing vows to back the private sector more, but what support is needed most?

Ensuring Residents Have the Confidence and Capacity to Consume

It is necessary to deepen reform, particularly of the household registration, employment, and income distribution systems

# Weekend Long Read #

What Lies Ahead for China-EU Climate Collaboration

Frans Timmermans, the European Commission’s top climate negotiator, speaks with Caixin about cooperating with China and the EU’s controversial carbon border tax

# The Wall Street Journal #

Big Pharma Bets Big on China

Western drugmakers have aligned themselves with Beijing’s health priorities and are tap-ping local startups for innovative medicines

The Best of Frenemies: Saudi Crown Prince Clashes With U.A.E. President

The Saudi leader has pulled away from his former mentor as they compete to dominate the Gulf, where U.S. power has waned

# Gallery #

Mourning in Qiqihar

# Podcast #

Caixin Biz Roundup: China Slams Washington for ‘Tech Suppression’

Chinese chipmakers rush to buy ASML gear, and TSMC delays Arizona chip output on worker shortage

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