According to Metro's latest development report, the fourteenth train in a batch of 19 monorail units is currently being assembled in China. The train, identified as S41, is being produced in a factory operated through a joint venture between CRRC and Alstom.

The Port of Aveiro recently welcomed the 36-meter wide SHUN XIN HE XIE, making it the largest ship in terms of cross-sectional size to dock at this port infrastructure. Coming from China and with a previous stopover in Spain, this was also the first time the vessel had operated in European territory.

The relevance of Chinese brands in the Brazilian automotive industry is a reality. According to a recent study by Webmotors Autoinsights, Brazilian customers' interest in these vehicles grew by more than 50% between March 2024 and the same period in 2025. The analysis is based on the behavior of users of the platform, which facilitates the buying and selling of cars.

Angolan Head of State João Lourenço has extended an invitation to his counterpart from the People's Republic of China, Xi Jinping, to attend the celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of Angola's independence in Luanda on November 11.

Chinese giant Huawei has made its big comeback to the Brazilian mobile phone market, revealing the prices of two luxury mobile phone models arriving in Brazil. The announcement was made at a recent event in São Paulo, where Huawei also revealed plans to open its first physical store in Brazil, although the address has not yet been disclosed.

In 2024, Brazil imported $1.5 million worth of acoustic guitars and plucked string instruments from China—an 11.8% increase compared to the previous year. Most of these products originated from Zheng'an, which exported over 2.4 million guitars to more than 40 countries in 2024 alone. This accounts for 40% of the Brazilian market, 30% of the North American market, and 20% of the European market.

In Beijing, the workshop “Promoting China-Brazil Scientific Research on Climate & Nature,” held on June 16, brought together Brazilian and Chinese NGOs to strengthen cooperation in researching climate solutions in both countries. More than 25 Chinese organizations attended the workshop, promoted by BellaTerra do Brasil in partnership with WWF China.

The Caculo Cabaça hydroelectric power plant, built by China Gezhouba Group Co. Ltd. (CGGC), has completed the water discharge tunnel, marking an important milestone in the construction of the Chinese company's largest hydroelectric project in that country.

Brazilian biotechnology startup Hilab won an innovation contest in Macau, in which six other Portuguese and Brazilian companies were also recognized, opening the door to support, financing, and the Chinese market, the organization announced.

In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, the capital Manaus is establishing itself as one of the greatest examples of integration between industrial technology and environmental preservation. The Free Economic Zone of Manaus created in 1967, achieved its highest revenue in history in 2024—a milestone driven largely by the presence of Chinese companies that are reinforcing the region's sustainable development with innovation and direct investment.

The Portuguese group JAP, official importer of Chinese brands Foton and GAC, has now won the representation of Nio, one of the largest electric car brands in China. “The national debut is scheduled for the last quarter of 2025 and will feature a multi-brand offering that includes Nio—a global benchmark in the premium segment—and the new Firefly brand, aimed at urban and digital audiences,” JAP said in a statement.

The award ceremony for the 18th Special Book Award of China took place on June 17 in Beijing, honoring 16 specialists from 12 countries for their efforts in promoting Chinese culture, thought, and image abroad.