86 m. ago Solar energy milestone: China taps the ocean in breakthrough for industry

China has launched a fully seawater-based solar energy system – the first of its kind suitable for industrial use and large-scale power production – as part of broader efforts to expand renewables in coastal regions, boost the maritime economy and drive industrial innovation. Located in Qingdao, Shandong province, the floating solar station builds upon another offshore photovoltaic power generation project launched in late May. Together, they form the largest initiative of its kind by Sinopec,...

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2 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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2 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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4 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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5 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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7 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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12 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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13 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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15 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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15 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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16 h. ago After Russia Recognises Taliban, All Eyes on China: Will Beijing Follow Suit?

After Russia Recognises Taliban, All Eyes on China: Will Beijing Follow Suit?  The Indian Express

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17 h. ago Hong Kong code of conduct would oblige legislators to ‘sincerely support’ Beijing

Hong Kong code of conduct would oblige legislators to ‘sincerely support’ Beijing  Taipei Times

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17 h. ago Beijing spares major cognac makers from new EU brandy dumping duties

Beijing spares major cognac makers from new EU brandy dumping duties  Taipei Times

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18 h. ago Beijing fears Russia's defeat due to nuclear arsenal risks – Chinese expert

Beijing fears Russia's defeat due to nuclear arsenal risks – Chinese expert  Ukrinform

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18 h. ago Dalai Lama urges followers to reject any successor chosen by Beijing

Dalai Lama urges followers to reject any successor chosen by Beijing  The Independent

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19 h. ago Beijing schools to end student utensil requirement by fall semester

Beijing schools to end student utensil requirement by fall semester  Xinhua

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19 h. ago Beijing is enabling Moscow’s crimes: Ukraine finds Chinese parts in Russian drones used in 4 July most massive strike of war

Beijing is enabling Moscow’s crimes: Ukraine finds Chinese parts in Russian drones used in 4 July most massive strike of war  Euromaidan Press

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19 h. ago Beijing Moves to Prop up Solar Panelmakers Hit Hard by Price War

Beijing Moves to Prop up Solar Panelmakers Hit Hard by Price War  Asia Financial

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20 h. ago PM’s suspension reignites debate on ‘judicial activism’ of Thailand’s courts

The suspension of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has reignited debate over the Constitutional Court’s growing influence in Thailand’s democratic system, amid concerns electoral mandates risk being curtailed by judicial and conservative power centres. While the court’s decision on Tuesday to suspend Paetongtarn over a leaked phone call with Cambodia’s former leader Hun Sen was framed as a procedural response to an ethics complaint, observers say it fits into a broader trend of...

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21 h. ago China tells India to stop using Tibet to interfere in Beijing’s affairs

China has urged India to stop using Tibet issues to interfere in domestic affairs, again spelling out Beijing’s position on the succession of the Dalai Lama. The Chinese foreign ministry made the call on Friday, a day after a senior Indian minister said that only the Dalai Lama and the trust he set up had the authority to identify his successor as the spiritual head of Tibetan Buddhism. The comment is in opposition to China’s long-held position that the succession should be in line with...

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