A quantum network linking 40 computers in Hefei, China is the largest demonstration to date of how a future quantum internet might work …
Monthly Archives For September 2021
China’s wheat imports reach highest level in more than two decades
China is the world’s largest consumer of wheat, accounting for 19 percent of global wheat consumption in marketing year 2020/21 (July–June), more than four times the U.S. share. China also became a …
China lab created coronavirus ‘10,000-times stronger than usual’ as fears rage over Wuhan ‘leak’, scientists warn
A WUHAN lab created coronavirus strains that were up to 10,000-times stronger than usual — amid fears a virus may could have escaped when a technician was bitten by a mice. Bombshell documents …
Hong Kong risks falling behind in race to benefit from Qianhai plan, lawmakers say, as they call for officials to establish new links with Shenzhen
Hong Kong officials need to establish new links with their counterparts in neighbouring Shenzhen as part of the Qianhai economic zone’s mammoth expansion, pro-establishment politicians have said, …
Mark Milley Insists Calls to China Are ‘Routine’ Part of Job in First Public Comments
The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff came under fire amid reports that he’d twice called his Chinese counterpart with assurances that the U.S. would not attack or initiate a war with China.
China Dodges Mark Milley Controversy, Warns Conflict Will Hurt Both Countries
China’s Foreign Ministry was asked about this week’s controversy surrounding “secret” phone calls Gen. Mark Milley made to his opposite number in Beijing.
Milley defends himself over calls to China, saying they were “perfectly within the duties and responsibilities” of his job
The joint chiefs chairman says the calls were “perfectly within the duties and responsibilities” of his job. Word of the calls has sparked intense debate over whether they were appropriate …
China vows to resist ‘interference’ as Taiwan welcomes support from Aukus allies
Australia and US pledge stronger ties, EU calls for trade deal and Johnson refuses to rule out getting involved in a conflict involving the island …
IMF chief in spotlight after China rigging report
PARIS (Reuters) – The International Monetary Fund’s ethics committee and board need to look into a report alleging its chief Kristalina Georgieva pressured staff to boost China’s ranking in a flagship …
China applies to join Pacific trade pact to boost economic clout
Japan said it would have to determine if China meets the “extremely high standards” of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) after the world’s …
Exclusive: China Evergrande’s Lenders Weigh up Loan Losses, Rolling Over Credit – Sources
One of China Evergrande Group’s main lenders has made provisions for losses on a portion of its loans to the embattled property developer, while some creditors are planning to give it more time to …
CAPPMA head: China’s exports will continue to decrease
Imports of seafood into China dropped by 15 to 17 percent in 2020 [and] the margin of decrease will be similar this year. The volume of imports has not recovered to its 2019 levels. The…
Outer Finds $50M In Funding For Outdoor Living Brand
Santa Monica-based direct-to-consumer brand Outer, which sells outdoor living furniture and related products, has raised $50M in a Series B funding round, the company said this week. The funding was …
