3 h. ago WEEK IN REVIEW: Trump and Xi Could Meet After Fresh U.S.–China Diplomatic Push

WEEK IN REVIEW: Trump and Xi Could Meet After Fresh U.S.–China Diplomatic Push  The China-Global South Project

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7 h. ago China backs Three Gorges megaproject, hot on heels of giant Tibet dam

China’s top economic planner has flagged a megaproject to expand shipping capacity on the Three Gorges, slated to span the coming five-year plan, while also calling for greater investment to drive strategic initiatives. In a report submitted to the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress on Wednesday, Zheng Shanjie, chairman of the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), underscored the need to push major infrastructure projects such as the new shipping channel on the...

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8 h. ago Malaysia calls on China to push C919 jet globally as AirAsia circles deal

Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony Loke has called on the Chinese state-owned maker of the C919 passenger jet to set its sights on the global market and be more aggressive in boosting its international standing, as AirAsia nears a deal to become its first foreign buyer. Loke made the comments on Wednesday while speaking at a Malaysian Chamber of Commerce Hong Kong and Macau (Maycham) event, where he outlined a series of updates on his country’s transport industry – from air travel to...

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18 h. ago China eyes C919 jet breakthrough as Malaysian airline in talks to buy aircraft

Malaysian low-cost airline AirAsia has shown strong interest in acquiring the Chinese C919 passenger jet, its executive said, as part of its strategy to tap into Southeast Asia’s 700 million-strong population and capitalise on growing China-Asean business ties. “We’re in active discussions to buy the C919,” Tony Fernandes, CEO of Capital A – an investment holding company of AirAsia – told the Belt and Road Summit in Hong Kong on Wednesday. “We’re the first foreign airline to be working with...

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18 h. ago AirAsia eyes deal for C919 passenger jet, in bid to tap China

Malaysian low-cost airline AirAsia has shown strong interest in acquiring the Chinese C919 passenger jet, its executive said, as part of its strategy to tap into Southeast Asia’s 700 million-strong population and capitalise on growing China-Asean business ties. “We’re in active discussions to buy the C919,” Tony Fernandes, CEO of Capital A – an investment holding company of AirAsia – told the Belt and Road Summit in Hong Kong on Wednesday. “We’re the first foreign airline to be working with...

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30 h. ago China’s Arctic Push Sparks U.S. Coast Guard Show of Force Off Alaska

China’s Arctic Push Sparks U.S. Coast Guard Show of Force Off Alaska  Security Clearance Jobs

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45 h. ago Smallholder Farmers Face Risks in China’s Push for Modern Agriculture

Smallholder Farmers Face Risks in China’s Push for Modern Agriculture  eos.org

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63 h. ago China’s green push may cut global fossil use by 2030, says think tank

China’s green push may cut global fossil use by 2030, says think tank  The Japan Times

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3 d. ago How is Africa benefiting from China’s global renewable push?

How is Africa benefiting from China’s global renewable push?  Global Voices

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6 d. ago China closes biotech gap with US as new drugs, pipelines top 30% of global total

China’s push to become a biotech powerhouse is paying off, with innovative R&D pipelines and newly approved drugs accounting for over 30 per cent of the global total, according to the country’s top economic planner. The sector was showing strong momentum, said Xiang Libin, deputy chairman of the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), who cited the figures at the 17th China Bioindustry Convention in Wuhan, Hubei province, on Thursday. China’s bioeconomy, encompassing the research,...

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6 d. ago Volvo reorganizes China business in push to counter stalling sales

Volvo reorganizes China business in push to counter stalling sales  Automotive News

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8 d. ago Malaysia’s Anwar signals support for China’s global vision during 4

Following two days in Tianjin for a regional bloc summit and another day of meetings with top Chinese leaders, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stood on the rostrum at Beijing’s Tiananmen Square to witness a spectacular military parade. His appearance underscored Malaysia’s alignment with China’s push for a multipolar global order. Over the past week, China has showcased its growing diplomatic clout and military strength, culminating in Wednesday’s parade, which followed the two-day annual...

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8 d. ago Did scam call centres lure missing British teen to Malaysia?

A British teenager who went missing in Malaysia in June may have become the victim of a scam call centre operation, an anti-fraud group has warned, as concerns rise over the country becoming a new hub for the criminal industry. David Balisong, 17, was reported missing after he secretly took a flight from the UK to Malaysia on June 6, carrying nothing but a backpack. Malaysian police said he was last seen by eyewitnesses at the KL Sentral transport hub in the capital city of Kuala Lumpur a day...

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9 d. ago China Mandates AI Education for Kids from Age 6 in Beijing Push

China Mandates AI Education for Kids from Age 6 in Beijing Push  WebProNews

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9 d. ago On shaky ground: is Malaysia prepared for future earthquakes?

A rare series of earthquakes in Malaysia’s southern state of Johor has prompted calls by engineering experts for an overhaul of national building standards, as they warn the country can no longer consider itself safe from seismic risk. Seven tremors were recorded between August 24 and 31, including a magnitude 4.1 quake centred around the quiet inland town of Segamat in Johor’s northern region, according to data from the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia). Further tremors, albeit...

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9 d. ago Belarus/China • Beijing ramps up soft power push in Belarusian universities

Belarus/China • Beijing ramps up soft power push in Belarusian universities  Intelligence Online

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9 d. ago Ukraine Urges China To Push Russia To End War As Putin Arrives In Beijing For Talks, Parade

Ukraine Urges China To Push Russia To End War As Putin Arrives In Beijing For Talks, Parade  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

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1 week ago China sellers use AI to clone dive queen Quan Hongchan, top athletes to push products

Egg sellers in China have used artificial intelligence (AI) to clone the country’s diving queen, Quan Hongchan, and other top athletes to sell their wares. Chinese state media China Central Television reported on August 18 that 47,000 people fell for the AI scam. The eggs were sold using an account with 14,000 followers. It posted deepfake videos of 18-year-old Quan promoting free-range eggs produced on her family’s farm. The video included a clip of “Quan” speaking to the camera, wearing a face...

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1 week ago Putin to push for multipolar world during China visit | Daily Sabah

Putin to push for multipolar world during China visit | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

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1 week ago Cambricon Soars on 4,000% Revenue Jump, Signals China's Push to Replace Nvidia

Cambricon Soars on 4,000% Revenue Jump, Signals China's Push to Replace Nvidia  Yahoo Finance

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