Overall Highlights

• Japan has approved a record defense budget of $58 billion amid rising tensions with China, reflecting regional security concerns.
• China is actively investing in ‘hard technology’ through new venture capital funds, indicating a focus on technological advancement.
• The US is perceived by China as attempting to undermine India-China relations to maintain military dominance in Asia.
• China criticizes Japan’s defense spending as a sign of ’neo-militarism’, warning it sends a dangerous signal in the region.
• The US media’s portrayal of tensions is seen by China as an attempt to create ‘war anxiety’ and undermine peace.

United States Perspective (United States Sources)

• Japan’s record defense budget is a response to increasing threats from China, highlighting regional security dynamics.
• The US is focused on strengthening alliances in Asia, particularly with Japan and India, to counter China’s influence.
• Concerns are raised about China’s technological advancements, particularly in areas like quantum computing and venture capital investments.

China Perspective (China Sources)

• China views the US as trying to destabilize India-China relations for military hegemony in the region.
• The Chinese government criticizes Japan’s increased military spending as a dangerous shift towards militarism.
• China is making significant strides in technology, claiming advancements over US counterparts, particularly in quantum computing.

Sources

This summary is based on 20 articles from the following sources:

1. [en-US] Japan okays record defence budget amid rising tensions with China - Australian Broadcasting Corporation (12/26/2025)
2. [en-US] SeeYA Technology Clears IPO Review, Poised to Become China’s First Silicon-Based OLED Listing - Pandaily (12/26/2025)
3. [en-US] US hurting India-China ties to have military hegemony: Beijing on Pentagon report - Firstpost (12/26/2025)
4. [en-US] Japan Approves Record $58 Billion Defense Budget Amid Rising China Tensions - Newsweek (12/26/2025)
5. [en-US] China launches venture capital funds to invest in ‘hard technology’, state media report - TradingView — Track All Markets (12/26/2025)
6. [en-US] China releases first blue book on climate resource economy - news.cgtn.com (12/26/2025)
7. [en-US] GBA accelerates growth in low-altitude economy - chinadailyasia.com (12/26/2025)
8. [en-US] China launches venture capital funds to invest in ‘hard technology’, state media report - The Economic Times (12/26/2025)
9. [en-US] US drone ban opens door for Taiwan’s non-China chip designers - digitimes (12/26/2025)
10. [en-US] China launches venture capital funds to invest in ‘hard technology’, state media report - Yahoo Finance (12/26/2025)
11. [en-US] China’s new quantum computer hits stability milestone, beating Google on efficiency - South China Morning Post (12/26/2025)
12. [en-US] Jimmy Kimmel takes aim at Trump in ‘alternative Christmas message’ to UK - South China Morning Post (12/25/2025)
13. [en-US] Xiaomi’s 17 Ultra, backed by Leica, challenges Apple’s iPhone Pro Max in imaging - South China Morning Post (12/25/2025)
14. [en-US] With 1MDB verdict due, will Malaysia’s Najib have to ‘prepare for the worst’? - South China Morning Post (12/25/2025)
15. [en-US] China sharpens criticism of Japan ‘neo-militarism’, warns of ‘dangerous signal’ - South China Morning Post (12/25/2025)
16. [en-US] Phrase ‘US kill line’ sparks debate on American ordinary people’s economic fragility and social safety nets on Chinese social media - Global Times (12/25/2025)
17. [en-US] Futile attempts made by US media to peddle ‘war anxiety’ will only undermine peace and stability across Taiwan Straits: MND spokesperson - Global Times (12/25/2025)
18. [en-US] From Shein to Labubu, French shoppers are buying Chinese for Christmas - South China Morning Post (12/25/2025)
19. [en-US] Coupang’s massive data leak probe ignites US-Seoul diplomatic firestorm - South China Morning Post (12/25/2025)
20. [en-US] China university offers US$11,000 ‘micro’ overseas study to help students pass failed exams - South China Morning Post (12/25/2025)