If Washington helps defend Taiwan as President Biden has declared, the U.S. will need an early warning system to anticipate a military assault, and AI could help.
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Biden or Trump, hawkish economic approach on China to intensify
In a shift from tit-for-tat tariffs and strong-arm tactics to tech restrictions and investment curbs, US policy towards China has become more targeted under President Joe Biden — though still …
Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs urges government to bolster community facilities to ease conditions for those in subdivided flats
Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs has told the government to step up its efforts in providing community facilities to ease the tough conditions faced by residents living in subdivided flats.
Chinese scientists invent method to transform salty soil into fertile farmland as Beijing pushes food security
Officials pledged to keep total grain output above 650 million tonnes (717 tons), a level China has achieved since 2015, as Beijing prioritises self-sufficiency in the face of rising climate shocks …
House China committee demands Elon Musk open SpaceX Starshield internet to U.S. troops in Taiwan
House CCP Chair Mike Gallagher sent a letter on Saturday to Elon Musk demanding that U.S. troops stationed in Taiwan get access to SpaceX’s Starshield, a satellite communication network designed …
BYU: China Teachers Program celebrates 35 years
The year 2024 marks a big anniversary for an important bridge between Brigham Young University and China: It’s been 35 years since the China Teachers Program began sending English-speaking teachers to …
Questions Over Cathay Pacific’s oneworld Future As Air China Looks To Raise Stake
Air China is reportedly exploring the possibility of increasing its stake in Cathay Pacific to assume control of the Hong Kong-based carrier. This development has raised questions regarding Cathay …
Roundup: Beijing parks sparkle with Lantern Festival delights
The Summer Palace, Beihai Park and Fragrant Hills, which are known for their classical gardens, are hosting cultural activities in their respective iconic scenic areas of Deheyuan (Garden of Virtue …
China wants Canadian private investment in Belt and Road projects, amid scrutiny
China pushes back on claims it engages in predatory lending, arguing it makes its expectations clear to developing countries. It chalks up debt issues to rocky economic recoveries after the COVID-19 …
Chinese used to escape to this former British colony. Now, cheap boba has Hongkongers heading in the opposite direction
With Hong Kong’s sky-high cost of living, residents like Andy Tsui have been looking for alternative ways to have more fun and spend less. And he’s found one.
China’s 1 trillion yuan EV, solar and battery exports face overcapacity concerns as US, EU anxieties grow
Beijing has already recognised overcapacity as a major challenge for 2024, as US and European Union anti-dumping probes and tariffs disrupt trade.
At least 15 killed in fire thought to have been started by electric bicycle in eastern China
At least 15 people were killed in a fire thought to have been sparked by an electric bicycle parked at a high-rise residential building in eastern China on Friday, state media have reported.
Fifteen dead and dozens injured in China flat fire
Fifteen people have been killed and more than 40 injured after a fire ripped through an apartment building in eastern China, local authorities said. Footage shared on social medal showed flames and …