2 h. ago Japan weighs tightening rules on visa popular among Chinese nationals

Japan is considering increasing the minimum investment threshold for its business manager visa in a bid to make it harder for foreigners to obtain residence status and launch commercial operations in the country, as the scheme becomes increasingly popular with Chinese nationals. The visa, which offers relatively accessible entry for foreign entrepreneurs, permits stays of up to five years for those who either invest 5 million yen (US$34,711) or hire two full-time employees while maintaining an...

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3 d. ago ‘It’s too much’: Chinese students reconsider UK degrees as policies harden

After she graduated last summer, Aroma Wu quickly realised that if she wanted a career in China’s tech industry, she would need to go back to school: her bachelor’s degree simply was not enough. “I saw how competitive it was – most people had a master’s,” the 24-year-old said. To boost her credentials, Wu decided to apply for a graduate programme in the United Kingdom, and she soon received an offer. But within weeks, she was growing worried by news coming out of Britain – and starting to...

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8 d. ago Manila says may sign agreements with Beijing to reduce tensions in South China Sea

Manila says may sign agreements with Beijing to reduce tensions in South China Sea  thestar.com.my

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8 d. ago U.S. Tightens Visa Rules For Chinese Students Amid Rising Tensions With Beijing

U.S. Tightens Visa Rules For Chinese Students Amid Rising Tensions With Beijing  The Organization for World Peace

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9 d. ago China ETFs outshine U.S. markets as trade tensions continue between Washington and Beijing

China ETFs outshine U.S. markets as trade tensions continue between Washington and Beijing  Seeking Alpha

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1 week ago India at 1, China 2, Vietnam at 3 in this unique list of ; big tension for Beijing due to

India at 1, China 2, Vietnam at 3 in this unique list of ; big tension for Beijing due to   India.Com

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1 week ago Trump signals fresh trade tensions with China, accusing Beijing of violating a deal

Trump signals fresh trade tensions with China, accusing Beijing of violating a deal  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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1 week ago Beijing’s marine science diplomacy can calm South China Sea tensions

The South China Sea has long been a flashpoint in geopolitical tensions, but beneath its contested surface lies one of the planet’s most scientifically compelling marine frontiers. Home to an array of deep-sea ecosystems, hydrothermal vents, underwater mountain ranges and vast coral reef systems, the region is increasingly recognised as a natural laboratory for cutting-edge oceanographic research. Climate change, biodiversity loss and overexploitation are putting mounting pressure on marine...

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1 week ago Opinion | Beijing’s marine science diplomacy can calm South China Sea tensions

Opinion | Beijing’s marine science diplomacy can calm South China Sea tensions  South China Morning Post

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1 week ago How China’s maritime strategy is swapping force for research diplomacy

The South China Sea has long been a flashpoint in geopolitical tensions, but beneath its contested surface lies one of the planet’s most scientifically compelling marine frontiers. Home to an array of deep-sea ecosystems, hydrothermal vents, underwater mountain ranges and vast coral reef systems, the region is increasingly recognised as a natural laboratory for cutting-edge oceanographic research. Climate change, biodiversity loss and overexploitation are putting mounting pressure on marine...

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1 week ago US to revoke thousands of Chinese student visas amid rising tensions with Beijing

US to revoke thousands of Chinese student visas amid rising tensions with Beijing  TradingView

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2 w. ago Pope Leo speaks out for Chinese Catholics amid rising tensions with Beijing

Pope Leo speaks out for Chinese Catholics amid rising tensions with Beijing  CatholicVote org

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2 w. ago Jamie Dimon, Who Once Said Trump Was 'Right About Some Of China,' Now Reportedly Appears To Be Siding With Xi Jinping Amid Washington

Jamie Dimon, Who Once Said Trump Was 'Right About Some Of China,' Now Reportedly Appears To Be Siding With Xi Jinping Amid Washington-Beijing Tensions  Benzinga

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2 w. ago Stagflation Risks Persist Despite US’s Attempts To Ease Trade Tensions With Beijing

Stagflation Risks Persist Despite US’s Attempts To Ease Trade Tensions With Beijing  BusinessToday Malaysia

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3 w. ago DPM Ishaq Dar reaches Beijing for strategic talks amid Pakistan

DPM Ishaq Dar reaches Beijing for strategic talks amid Pakistan-India tensions  The News International

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3 w. ago Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar To Visit China, Brief Beijing On Tensions With India

Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar To Visit China, Brief Beijing On Tensions With India- News18  News18

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4 w. ago Weigh ethical factors before tightening BN(O) visa rules for Hongkongers: report

Curbs on bespoke pathway unlikely to hurt Britain economically, UK advisory committee says.

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4 w. ago Former Taiwanese President visits Lithuania among tensions with Beijing

Former Taiwanese President visits Lithuania among tensions with Beijing  Euractiv

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4 w. ago Former Taiwanese President visits Lithuania amid tensions with Beijing

Former Taiwanese President visits Lithuania amid tensions with Beijing  Euractiv

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