Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said at a regular briefing that Chinese authorities and trade associations have issued statements regarding the launch of a safeguard investigation into imported beef. China has been Brazil’s largest trading partner for 17 consecutive years; bilateral trade rose nearly 30% YoY in 1H, and Brazil’s exports to China account for over 30% of its total exports. China said it is willing to maintain communication with Brazil and other parties and further expand health

Brent crude futures rose to $100/bbl, the highest since May, after Yemen’s Houthi militia said it attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, escalating regional tensions and raising the risk of further supply disruption. The Houthi strikes open a new front; shipping through the Strait of Hormuz had already been strained by US‑Iran clashes and, since the conflict began, the Bab el‑Mandeb has become a critical oil export route. Both the US and Iran have downplayed prospects for peace talks, increasing the risk of prolonged hostilities.

July 23, 2026 — The Central Organization Department announced the CPC Central Committee's decision to appoint Wang Haimin as chairman of China Resources (Group) Co., Ltd. and to relieve Wang Xiangming of the chairmanship. Wang Haimin was also relieved of his chairmanship at Hong Kong China Travel Service (Group) Co. The announcement was made at a China Resources senior management meeting.