19 m. ago Chinese envoy urges Israel to halt ‘risky’ Iran attacks, warns of consequences

A senior Chinese diplomat has urged Israel to halt its military actions against Iran as tensions between the two Middle Eastern rivals mount, warning the escalating conflict could have “serious consequences”. Fu Cong, China’s ambassador to the UN, told an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council on Friday that the surging tensions in the region did not serve the interests of any party. “China urges Israel to immediately stop all risky military actions to avoid further escalation of...

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1 hour ago Hong Kong plans new AI supercomputing centre to boost tech hub status

The Hong Kong government is set to enhance its computing power support for start-ups as part of its ambition to become a leading technology hub, according to the city’s innovation chief, as local start-ups seek global clients at one of Europe’s largest technology shows. Hong Kong planned to establish a new supercomputing centre at Sandy Ridge in the Northern Metropolis – part of a government blueprint that aims to transform a large swathe of land in the New Territories into an economic hub,...

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2 h. ago End of political chaos in South Korea sparks pickup in Chinese visitors

Chinese tourism to South Korea is picking up with the end of political instability in Seoul and the two nations pledging closer relations shortly before visa exemptions take effect, travel industry sources said this week. Bookings from China – South Korea’s largest source of foreign visitors – for the three months from April to June have been about 24 per cent higher than for the three months ending in February, according to data compiled by the travel marketing and technology company China...

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2 h. ago Is North Korea’s Kim shoring up navy in strategic bid with allies China, Russia?

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has vowed to build a blue-water navy to counter what he described as growing threats from the United States, an ambition that observers say appears to be linked to broader strategic coordination with key Pyongyang allies China and Russia. Kim made the announcement during a launch ceremony at the northeastern port of Rajin for a newly repaired warship, following an earlier failed launch at the same location, state media reported on Friday. The vessel, “Kang Kon”,...

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3 h. ago Aukus pact up in the air but US to stay focused on China: analysts

The United States may be rethinking its Indo-Pacific strategy with its review of the Aukus security agreement, but its focus on countering China is unlikely to change, according to analysts. The pact with Australia and the United Kingdom has been thrown into doubt with the Pentagon’s announcement this week that it is reviewing the US’ role in the Biden-era agreement to supply nuclear-powered submarines to Australia. Some observers suggested that this could be cause for celebration in Beijing,...

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3 h. ago Aukus pact up in the air but US to stay focused on countering China: analysts

The United States may be rethinking its Indo-Pacific strategy with its review of the Aukus security agreement, but its focus on countering China is unlikely to change, according to analysts. The pact with Australia and the United Kingdom has been thrown into doubt with the Pentagon’s announcement this week that it is reviewing the US’ role in the Biden-era agreement to supply nuclear-powered submarines to Australia. Some observers suggested that this could be cause for celebration in Beijing,...

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3 h. ago China boy, 11, invents 300 hair braids for toddler sister, wins admiration online

An 11-year-old boy in central China, who skilfully braids his toddler sister’s hair each day and has invented over 300 unique styles in just one year, has become a sensation on mainland social media. The siblings, known by the surname Huang, live in Zhuzhou of Hunan province and have garnered significant attention online as their mother frequently shares their heartwarming interactions on a popular social media platform. Most of these videos showcase the brother expertly braiding his...

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3 h. ago Chinese boy, 11, invents 300 hair braids for toddler sister, wins online praise

An 11-year-old boy in central China, who skilfully braids his toddler sister’s hair each day and has invented over 300 unique styles in just one year, has become a sensation on mainland social media. The siblings, known by the surname Huang, live in Zhuzhou of Hunan province and have garnered significant attention online as their mother frequently shares their heartwarming interactions on a popular social media platform. Most of these videos showcase the brother expertly braiding his...

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3 h. ago EU pushes for China trade "rebalancing" as Trump factor looms

EU pushes for China trade "rebalancing" as Trump factor looms  KrASIA

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4 h. ago China and India Agree to Resume Direct Flights and Resolve Trade Issues, Surging Bilateral Relations and Travel Between Mumbai, Delhi, Beijing, and Shanghai

China and India Agree to Resume Direct Flights and Resolve Trade Issues, Surging Bilateral Relations and Travel Between Mumbai, Delhi, Beijing, and Shanghai  Travel And Tour World

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5 h. ago Israel's drone strikes in Iran show why US must halt China's land grab here: experts

Israel's drone strikes in Iran show why US must halt China's land grab here: experts  Fox News

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6 h. ago Former Dem VP pick Tim Walz claims China may have world's 'moral authority' after Israel attacks Iran

Former Dem VP pick Tim Walz claims China may have world's 'moral authority' after Israel attacks Iran  New York Post

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7 h. ago Japan Calls Out China Over Unusual Maneuvers, Warns It Could Lead to Accidental Collision

Japan Calls Out China Over Unusual Maneuvers, Warns It Could Lead to Accidental Collision  USNI News

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7 h. ago Tim Walz: Maybe China can negotiate a Middle East peace deal

Tim Walz: Maybe China can negotiate a Middle East peace deal  Jewish Insider

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9 h. ago Beijing CBD Forum: Chairman of Cedrus Group: China already a hotspot for foreign investment

Beijing CBD Forum: Chairman of Cedrus Group: China already a hotspot for foreign investment  news.cgtn.com

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9 h. ago Bunge's $34 billion Viterra merger clears final China hurdle

Bunge's $34 billion Viterra merger clears final China hurdle  Reuters

Economics

10 h. ago Is China’s New London “Super Embassy” a Risk to National Security?

Is China’s New London “Super Embassy” a Risk to National Security?  CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies

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10 h. ago China criticizes Israeli strikes on Iran, warns of ‘potential grave consequences’

China criticizes Israeli strikes on Iran, warns of ‘potential grave consequences’  Washington Times

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10 h. ago May imports drop 9% at busiest US seaport on 145% China tariffs

May imports drop 9% at busiest US seaport on 145% China tariffs  Reuters

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10 h. ago Nvidia is nixing China from its financial forecasts because U.S. restrictions on chip sales have tightened so much, Jensen Huang says

Nvidia is nixing China from its financial forecasts because U.S. restrictions on chip sales have tightened so much, Jensen Huang says  Fortune

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