Riot police were deployed across Hong Kong on Thursday as lawmakers debated a bill that would criminalise disrespect of China’s national anthem, and as the United States piled pressure on China to … ( read…
Monthly Archives For May 2020
Hong Kong is a ‘pawn’ in U.S.-China rivalry, says former diplomat
The U.S. and China have in recent days clashed over Beijing’s plan to introduce a new national security law in Hong Kong. The U.S. criticized China’s move for undermining Hong Kong’s autonomy, while … (…
China’s central bank injects 240b yuan into market Thursday
China’s central bank on Thursday continued to pump cash into the financial system via reverse repos to maintain liquidity in the market. The People’s Bank of China injected 240 billion yuan (about $33 … (…
China’s proposed security law hurts Hong Kong courts, creates business ‘turbulence,’ academic says
The fear is that the proposed law would also allow for Beijing to set up its own agency in the city to supervise and direct the local government in enforcing the measures. ( read original…
Dollar stands its ground as U.S.-China tensions grow
U.S. tension put crushing pressure on the Chinese yuan and proved a counterweight to optimism about the coronavirus recovery. ( read original story …)
U.S. and China fight at United Nations over Hong Kong
The United States and China clashed over Hong Kong at the United Nations on Wednesday after Beijing opposed a request by Washington for the Security Council to meet over China’s plan to impose new ……
China’s Beer Lovers to Suffer From Beijing’s Spat With Australia
Chinese imports of Australian barley are continuing to filter through despite Beijing’s hefty tariffs on shipments, a move that could push up beer prices in the world’s largest consumer of the … ( read original…
Pro-Beijing politician wins key committee post in fractious Hong Kong vote
Clashes broke out in Hong Kong’s legislature for a second time this month as a pro-Beijing politician was elected as chair of a key committee that scrutinises bills, ending a prolonged struggle for … (…
Top campaign advisor says Biden would sanction China over Hong Kong
Joe Biden would sanction China if president for its plan to impose new national security rules on Hong Kong, his campaign said on Wednesday, and accused President Donald Trump of having “enabled” … ( read…
The Latest: China reports only two new cases of coronavirus
China announced two new cases of coronavirus, both from abroad, on Thursday as it moves to close the annual session of its ceremonial legislature that had been delayed for more than two months by the…
US-China Business Council President on Tensions Over Hong Kong
China Business Council, which represents American companies doing business in the Asian nation, looks at the tensions between the two governments over Hong Kong. The Trump administration said it could … ( read original story…
China Reports Two New Coronavirus Cases Versus One a Day Earlier
People wearing face masks are seen on a street following an outbreak of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in Shanghai, China May 26, 2020. Picture taken May 26, 2020. REUT … ( read original story…
Future of political art in Hong Kong uncertain as Beijing tightens grip
Art has galvanized protesters to unite under banners of freedom and democracy as they forge passionate narratives of love, death and resistance at all costs. But will it be possible — or even safe –…
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