61 m. ago Why US strikes on Iran could tighten North Korea’s nuclear grip, rattling China

Last month’s US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities could strengthen North Korea’s view that nuclear weapons are vital for its survival, deepening Pyongyang’s distrust and reinforcing its commitment to nuclear arms, security experts have warned. They added that the attacks were likely to undermine denuclearisation efforts on the Korean peninsula, a goal shared by Beijing, and that increasing US pressure on North Korea risked destabilising the region and encouraging nuclear...

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3 h. ago Donald Trump says US and China will hold talks on TikTok deal early next week

US President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his interest in visiting China and announced that talks between Beijing and Washington were set to start early next week on a possible TikTok deal that could determine the future of the popular video-sharing platform. The fate of TikTok, which faces a potential ban in the US over national security concerns, has long been a sticking point in US-China relations. Under a law passed by the US Congress last year, ByteDance Ltd, the Beijing-based parent company...

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3 h. ago Trump says US and China will hold talks on TikTok deal early next week

US President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his interest in visiting China, while announcing that bilateral talks are set to start early next week on a possible TikTok deal that could determine the future of the popular video-sharing platform. The fate of TikTok, which faces a potential ban in the US over national security concerns, has long been a sticking point in US-China relations. Under a law passed by the US Congress last year, ByteDance Ltd, the Beijing-based parent company of the social...

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3 h. ago Will US Turn Focus On China If Russia Suffers Defeat In Ukraine? Beijing's Fears Exposed

Will US Turn Focus On China If Russia Suffers Defeat In Ukraine? Beijing's Fears Exposed  Times Now

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5 h. ago Hong Kong proposes new rules to ban lawmakers from ‘vilifying’ Beijing

Hong Kong proposes new rules to ban lawmakers from ‘vilifying’ Beijing  The Independent

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8 h. ago China’s Wang Yi urges new international deal on Iran after US, Israeli attacks

China’s top diplomat Wang Yi has called for a “new international agreement” on Iran while accusing the United States and Israel of destabilising the Middle East through military actions on Iranian nuclear facilities. Speaking at a joint press conference with his French counterpart Jean-Noel Barrot in Paris on Friday, Wang also voiced deep concerns about escalating tensions in the region and warned of the looming spectre of a “nuclear disaster”. His remarks came as Beijing, a key ally of an...

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8 h. ago 13th World Peace Forum held in Beijing, calls for shared responsibility in global peace

13th World Peace Forum held in Beijing, calls for shared responsibility in global peace  WV News

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9 h. ago ‘Risk is very real’: Malaysia’s Anwar gambles on petrol subsidy cuts

Expertly switching between woks as he whips up appam, the coconut and rice batter pancakes that draw morning commuters to his roadside stall in a Kuala Lumpur suburb, Raj Kumar harbours anxieties that simmer away beneath the calm: petrol subsidy cuts are looming and prices may soon rise again. At 44, Raj feels every shift in Malaysia’s rising cost of living – both in the prices he pays for ingredients and the rueful faces of his customers. “Our suppliers raised prices after diesel subsidies were...

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10 h. ago China says quiet part out loud: Beijing tells EU it can't afford Russia losing war against Ukraine; wants

China says quiet part out loud: Beijing tells EU it can't afford Russia losing war against Ukraine; wants  Times of India

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11 h. ago Trump never saw a Wind Farm in China, but Beijing has half of all Installed Wind Capacity and will Eat America's Lunch in this Industry

Trump never saw a Wind Farm in China, but Beijing has half of all Installed Wind Capacity and will Eat America's Lunch in this Industry  Informed Comment

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12 h. ago Is Taiwan’s Lai rewriting ROC history ahead of WWII anniversary?

As Taiwan prepares to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, controversy is hanging over the administration of Taiwanese leader William Lai Ching-te as it faces criticism over its handling of the Republic of China’s (ROC) wartime legacy. The Lai government has used commemorations under the theme “Resist Aggression, Protect the Homeland” to warn retired ranking officers – many affiliated with the main opposition Kuomintang (KMT) – not to attend Beijing’s September 3 military...

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14 h. ago Chinese ambassador’s ‘grandstanding’ advice for Australia raises eyebrows

The Chinese ambassador to Canberra has urged Australia not to be “incited” by Nato’s support for demands by the US to raise defence spending sharply and instead should cooperate with Beijing to resolve regional disputes. Analysts say the “unsolicited advice” is unlikely to sway Canberra and could backfire by reinforcing distrust of Beijing, ahead of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s visit to China and amid an ongoing debate in Australia over its defence spending. In an opinion article published...

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15 h. ago China fears US will turn focus on it if Russia defeated in Ukraine war: Report

China fears US will turn focus on it if Russia defeated in Ukraine war: Report  Times of India

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16 h. ago In the first half of the year, Beijing's storage logistics projects added 0.366 million square meters.

In the first half of the year, Beijing's storage logistics projects added 0.366 million square meters.  富途牛牛

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19 h. ago Chinese government officials ban LDS Church activities in Beijing

Chinese government officials ban LDS Church activities in Beijing  ABC4 Utah

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19 h. ago Honored to Be Quoted in The Cipher Brief: “Beijing’s Rare Disclosure on DF

Honored to Be Quoted in The Cipher Brief: “Beijing’s Rare Disclosure on DF-5B Missile Signals Shift in Nuclear Messaging” | Andrew S. Erickson  Andrew S. Erickson

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20 h. ago America 'accuses' one of China's largest technology company: You plotted to steal our trade secrets and .

America 'accuses' one of China's largest technology company: You plotted to steal our trade secrets and .  Times of India

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21 h. ago China Warns India to Choose Its Words Carefully on Dalai Lama and Tibet

China Warns India to Choose Its Words Carefully on Dalai Lama and Tibet  WSJ

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22 h. ago LDS Church suffers setback in China as government shuts down congregations in Beijing and other cities

LDS Church suffers setback in China as government shuts down congregations in Beijing and other cities  The Salt Lake Tribune

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22 h. ago Chinese National Team Kicks Off Training Camp in Beijing in Lead

Chinese National Team Kicks Off Training Camp in Beijing in Lead-Up to World Championships  SwimSwam

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