The new Hong Kong security law will be a “sword” hanging over the heads of those who endanger national security, with Beijing and city authorities working together to enforce it, China said Tuesday. O ……
Monthly Archives For June 2020
Beijing tightens grip on Hong Kong with new national security law
Beijing has passed a controversial national security law giving it sweeping powers over Hong Kong that critics fear will curb political freedoms and civil liberties within the territory.Acts of … ( read original story …)
Coronavirus updates: New ‘pandemic potential’ found in China; New Jersey bans smoking, drinking at casinos
Oregon and Kansas will require face masks this week. In China, researchers are concerned about a new swine flu strain in pigs. Latest coronavirus news. ( read original story …)
China vows “countermeasures” as U.S. bans military exports to Hong Kong over new security law
Beijing vows “countermeasures” for U.S. ban on military exports to Hong Kong as region’s leader insists new law won’t erode freedoms. ( read original story …)
‘Death of Hong Kong’: China passes sweeping national security law
“It’s really the biggest crisis Hong Kong has faced in its modern history,” said China-watcher Benedict Rogers. ( read original story …)
China central bank to cut re-discount, relending rates from July 1: sources
China’s central bank will cut the re-discount and re-lending rates by 25 basis points as of July 1, two sources with direct knowledge told Reuters on Tuesday, in a move that will reduce funding costs…
Scientists Say New Strain of Swine Flu Virus Is Spreading to Humans in China
A new study warns that the strain of H1N1, common on China’s pig farms since 2016, should be “urgently” controlled to avoid another pandemic. ( read original story …)
5 things to know for June 30: Coronavirus, SCOTUS, White House, China, social media
The FBI wants you to be on the lookout for fake coronavirus antibody tests, which scammers could be using to steal personal information. ( read original story …)
Hong Kong security law criticized abroad, defended by China
China’s enactment of a national security law for Hong Kong has drawn statements of deep concern and regret from abroad and a firm defense at home … ( read original story …)
Beijing reportedly passes new Hong Kong security law
“It’s really the biggest crisis Hong Kong has faced in its modern history,” said China-watcher Benedict Rogers. ( read original story …)
A New Superpower Competition Between Beijing and Washington: China’s Nuclear Buildup
The Trump administration is portraying the small but increasingly potent Chinese arsenal — still only one-fifth the size of the United States’ or Russia’s — as the big new threat. ( read original story …)
Pro-Beijing supporters toast passing of new security law
In Hong Kong, the passing of national security legislation on Tuesday (June 30) was met both with the popping of champagne by pro-Beijing supporters and protesters expressing concern over the lack of … ( read…
Fujian snap Shenzhen’s 3-game CBA winning streak (updated)
The Fujian Sturgeons defeated the Shenzhen Aviators 106-99 here on Tuesday in the resumed 2019-20 Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) league, ending Shenzhen’s three-game winning streak. With five … ( read original story …)