With the coronavirus statistics changing every day, there is always somewhere changing their “new normal”, whether it be going into lockdown again or … ( read original story …)
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The Eight Hundred: how China’s blockbusters became a new political battleground
It was pulled from a film festival, censored by the state and now it’s the year’s second biggest film. Is The Eight Hundred an exhilarating war movie – or slick propaganda? ( read original story…
Shenzhen leads peers in boosting fortunes of SMEs
The Shenzhen government and businesses in the city are making concerted efforts in pushing forward digitalization among small and medium-sized enterprises in a move to help enhance SMEs’ … ( read original story …)
Beijing Holds Military Exercises Near Taiwan As US Diplomat Visits
China said Friday it was conducting military exercises near the Taiwan Strait, as a top US diplomat visits the self-ruled island in a move that has angered Beijing. Relations between the United States … (…
China begins military drills as senior U.S. official visits Taiwan
China began combat drills near the Taiwan Strait on Friday, the same day a senior U.S. official began high-level meetings in Taipei, as Beijing denounced tightening ties between Chinese-claimed Taiwan … ( read original story…
Coronavirus, China, Aleksei Navalny: Your Friday Briefing
By Natasha Frost (Want to get this briefing by email? Here’s the sign- Good morning. We’re covering China’s troubled relationship with Europe, growing concerns about a virus uptick across the … ( read original story…
China holds military drill as US envoy visits Taiwan
He told reporters that “using Taiwan to control China” or “rely on foreigners to build oneself up” was wishful thinking. The military exercise was “legitimate and necessary for th … ( read original story …)
China accused of hoarding PPE and face masks at height of coronavirus crisis
CHINA has been accused of hoarding personal protective equipment and face masks at the height of the coronavirus pandemic, leading to global shortages. ( read original story …)
Where Did Coronavirus Come From? COVID-19 Origin Points To Bats In China, Study Reveals
A new study confirms SARS-CoV-2 originated from Horseshoe bats found in Yunnan province in China “This means that other viruses that are capable of infecting humans are circulating in horseshoe bats … ( read original…
German chipmaker Infineon prepared to handle increased competition from China, CEO says
Infineon is one of the largest semiconductor companies in the world and is a top player in automotive, power and security chips. ( read original story …)
The Latest: China Has Uptick in Imported Coronavirus Cases
Canada’s largest province will fine people who hold social gatherings in defiance of new limits. Ontario reported 293 newly confirmed coronavirus cases Thursday, and Ontario Premier Doug Ford blames … ( read original story …)
This Solomon Islands province is so frustrated with China’s presence that it is considering independence
How a repatriation flight from Guangzhou to a Pacific island sparked anger over China’s influence — and prompted a province to launch an independence referendum. ( read original story …)
Mainland China reports 32 new COVID-19 cases, highest since August 10
Mainland China reported 32 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, marking the highest daily increase in more than a month and up sharply from nine cases reported a day earlier, the Chinese health authority … (…
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