A new five-year plan for electric vehicles in China outlines ambitious targets for expanding domestic production and adoption, signaling deeper integration of clean energy into the country’s industrial strategy. Meanwhile, the upcoming BRICS summit is expected to focus on economic cooperation and energy transitions, with discussions likely to reflect shifting global priorities amid geopolitical tensions. Concerns are also rising over a reported decline in clean-energy investments, raising questions about the sustainability of recent progress in renewable sectors. Analysts suggest these developments could reshape China’s role in both the green economy and international alliances.
China Briefing 17 September 2026: EV five-year plan | BRICS summit | Clean-energy investment drop Carbon Brief
