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Reports: China approves national security law for Hong Kong
Hong Kong media say China has approved a contentious security law that would allow authorities to crack down on subversive and secessionist activity in Hong Kong … ( read original story …)
China factory activity improves in June but exports weak
China’s manufacturing activity improved in June after anti-virus controls were eased to revive the economy but export demand was weak, a survey released Tuesday showed. ( read original story …)
China imposes lockdowns as new coronavirus cases surge
The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic first emerged in a seafood market in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China, in December 2019. Since then, it has spread to 188 countries and territories and … ( read original…
China passes controversial Hong Kong national security law
China’s top legislative body passed a controversial national security law on Tuesday that critics say will threaten the autonomy of Hong Kong and the freedoms of its citizens. ( read original story …)
China Passes Hong Kong Security Law Aimed at Crushing Protests
China’s legislature approved a sweeping new law aimed at quashing threats to national security in Hong Kong, rejecting Western criticism that Beijing’s efforts will curb people’s freedoms in the … ( read original story …)
China approves national security law for Hong Kong against threats of U.S. retaliation
The new law will stifle dissent in a city where millions of protesters demanded autonomy from China. Hong Kong’s future as a global financial hub is now unclear. ( read original story …)
Japan calls China’s reported move on Hong Kong ‘extremely regrettable’
Japan’s top government spokesman said on Tuesday China’s move to pass national security legislation for Hong Kong, if confirmed, was “extremely regrettable” and undermined credibility in the ‘one … ( read original story …)
Companies prodded to rely less on China, but few respond
The United States, Japan and France are prodding their companies to rely less on China to make the world’s smartphones, drugs and other products. But even after the … ( read original story …)
Hong Kong National Security Law Passes in Beijing Amid Global Concern
Local media reports that the law is expected to come into effect on July 1, the 23rd anniversary of the resumption of Chinese sovereignty over the territory … ( read original story …)
China passes security law for Hong Kong giving Beijing sweeping powers – Cable TV
China’s parliament passed national security legislation for Hong Kong on Tuesday, setting the stage for the most radical changes to the former British colony’s way of life since it returned to Chinese … ( read…
China Passes Security Law With Sweeping Powers Over Hong Kong
Lawmakers in Beijing voted in a process that has been criticized for its secrecy and haste. The law will extend the Communist Party’s reach into Hong Kong. ( read original story …)
China enacts Hong Kong security law, escalating confrontation with U.S.
Washington has imposed visa restrictions on Chinese officials responsible for eroding political freedoms in the financial center and suspended trade privileges. ( read original story …)
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