5 d. ago United States Joins China, Bosnia‑Herzegovina, Greece, Tunisia, Peru, Saudi Arabia and More Countries Getting Ready for Christmas and New Year’s Travel Boom, New December Tourism Trendsetter is Here

United States Joins China, Bosnia‑Herzegovina, Greece, Tunisia, Peru, Saudi Arabia and More Countries Getting Ready for Christmas and New Year’s Travel Boom, New December Tourism Trendsetter is Here  Travel And Tour World

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1 week ago The China factor behind Trump’s decision to upgrade Saudi air power

The US is poised to supply Saudi Arabia with its most advanced F-35 stealth fighter jets, a move that analysts say reflects a new era of Middle East policy in which countering Chinese influence is fast becoming as important for Washington as maintaining Israeli military superiority. It would make Saudi Arabia only the second country in the region, after Israel, to operate the fifth-generation jet. US President Donald Trump announced the decision following a meeting with Saudi Arabia’s visiting...

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2 w. ago Hong Kong firms pick Saudi Arabia over mainland China for expansion: HSBC

Hong Kong businesses are increasingly turning to Saudi Arabia as their top choice for supply chain diversification amid changing trade conditions, according to an HSBC survey. Nearly a fifth of Hong Kong businesses identified Saudi Arabia as their preferred market to expand production, followed by mainland China at 14 per cent, according to the survey released on Thursday. Interest was strongest among technology, media and telecommunications firms. Favourable policies bolstered the trend, the...

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2 w. ago Watch US, Saudi Chip Deal Complicates 'Strategic Game' for China, Says Ashton

Watch US, Saudi Chip Deal Complicates 'Strategic Game' for China, Says Ashton  Bloomberg.com

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3 w. ago China and Saudi Arabia among nations receiving climate loans, analysis reveals

China and Saudi Arabia among nations receiving climate loans, analysis reveals  The Guardian

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3 w. ago Saudi video gaming giant Savvy eyes China’s vast market and talent

Savvy Games Group, the video gaming powerhouse owned by Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund, is looking to the Chinese market for inspiration as it embarks on a new phase of global expansion, according to company executives. During a recent visit to Shanghai, Saudi Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan Al Saud, vice-chairman of Savvy, highlighted China’s appeal, citing its vast consumer base and exceptional talent pool. “What is unique to China is its ability to be successful in games and esports...

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4 w. ago Chinese contestant loses consciousness during ‘Power Slap’ contest, sparks debate

The defeat of a Chinese contestant in a world slapping event, which left him with a broken cheekbone, has triggered a heated discussion on mainland social media. Power Slap is a global competition which features two opponents taking turns slapping each other in the face. It was held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on October 31. In the first round, China’s Zhao Honggang was left with a bleeding brow and a swollen right eye after his rival Muhammad Amantaev from Kazakhstan hit him, the Red Star News...

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4 w. ago China woman, married to Saudi man, cyberbullied for sharing lavish life, culture

A woman from central China, married to a Saudi man, has faced cyberbullying after sharing her luxurious lifestyle and insights into local culture. Known online as “Saudi Meat Sister,” the 46-year-old influencer boasts 3 million followers and promotes her own fragrance brand on social media. Originally from Wuhan, she grew up in a military family that later became affluent through business ventures, as reported by mainland media outlet Takan. Her sister, a flight attendant for Qatar Airways, has...

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