But the West has been accusing China of making far too much – it was the dominant message during US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s recent visit. She chided Beijing for “unfair economic practices,” …
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Was 2019 Beijing Half Marathon also fixed? Video raises questions, sparks doubt over every result, says China sports expert
A video of the 2019 race shows two Kenyan runners allowing China’s Liu Hongliang to overtake them in a finish similar to Sunday’s race.
Is China’s Economic Rebound Genuine or a Mirage? Explore ETFs
Outpacing expectations, China’s economy grew 5.3% compared to a year ago in the first quarter of 2024, as the country’s factories ramped up production. According to CNBC, China’s economy performed …
Biden calls for much higher tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum imports
In battleground Pennsylvania, President Biden called for the tripling of tariffs on imports of steel and aluminum from China as he addressed hundreds of members of the United Steelworkers union.
China must pay for its mass murder by fueling America’s fentanyl overdose epidemic
The mass importation of Chinese fentanyl is slaughtering Americans at an annual rate equal to that of our bloodiest year in World War II.
Beijing waging political warfare against government, business, experts tell House oversight panel
Peter Mattis, a former intelligence official who specializes in China affairs, said Beijing’s political warfare is strategic in seeking a new world order under control of the CCP. China’s leaders seek “national rejuvenation” — a…
French finance minister says Europe must defend industrial interests against China
French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire said on Wednesday that Europe needs to “show its teeth” in defending its industrial and trade interests against China’s subsidized production, but said he did …
China’s Economy Faces Choppy Waters Despite Rosy Report
Official data shows the world’s second-largest economy grew faster than expected during the first quarter but began losing momentum in March.
Making Sense of China’s Magical 5.3% Growth
Strong first-quarter numbers are puzzling the Chinese, who witness a stagnant economy daily. Two factors reconcile the difference.
7 out of 10 American voters think COVID-19 came from a lab
When asked what theory they support, 69% of American voters said SARS-CoV-2 came from a lab, while only 31% said it emerged naturally, according to the latest Deseret News/HarrisX poll.
China Could Threaten Critical Infrastructure in a Conflict, N.S.A. Chief Says
Gen. Timothy Haugh, who is also the head of the U.S. military’s Cyber Command, said Beijing was “sending a pretty clear signal.” …
Biden, Competing With Trump to Be Tough on China, Calls for Steel Tariffs
Speaking to the United Steelworkers union in Pittsburgh, the president urged major increases to some tariffs on steel and aluminum products from China.
China lobbies Congress behind closed doors on TikTok, staffers say
After a bill that would force the sale of the company passed the House, diplomats from the Chinese Embassy met with Hill offices to push talking points defending the app.
