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China’s Astonishing Maglev Train Is Faster Than Most Planes
North Korea, China, to resume Pyongyang-Beijing passenger train after 5-year hiatus: NHK
The deadly drug that’s complicating US-China trade
Biden dodges question about punishing China over handling of …
Hongkongers use driving schools over border to get cheap licences illegally
Case of ‘community spread’ of coronavirus in US raises concerns
In China, Beijing cyclists take to the streets at night
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China Roundup: Tech giants take stance on Beijing’s data control in Hong Kong
Iran and China Angle for Broad Partnership to Offset U.S. Pressure
Iran and China are seeking to cement a wide-ranging partnership that would deflect U.S. economic pressure and ease Tehran’s global isolation. ( read original story …)
Trump Adviser Claims China Sent ‘Weaponized Virus,’ Calls Joe Biden the ‘Candidate of the Chinese Communist Party’
White House adviser Peter Navarro claimed on Sunday that China sent a “weaponized virus” to target the U.S., while also referring to Democratic presidential hopeful Joe Biden as the “candidate of the … ( read…
Why China Isn’t Expected to Power a Global Recovery
During the 2008-09 financial crisis, China’s soaring demand boosted growth world-wide. China isn’t poised to help as much now, as the country shows restraint on stimulus spending and takes advantage … ( read original story…
U.S. Weighs Limited Options to Punish China Over Hong Kong
As U.S. officials consider punishing China over its recent security law in Hong Kong, the city’s status as a global financial center limits the menu of effective levers available to Washington. ( read original story…
China’s Rebound Fuels Emerging Market Optimism
Emerging markets have a lot going for them right now.Putting aside the worrying rise in Covid-19 cases, the positive narrative for investors in developing economies remains intact. China’s economy … ( read original story …)
Unitize Roundup: Top 10 Quotes From the Virtual Blockchain Conference
Vitalik Buterin, Heath Tarbert, Brock Pierce and many more — here are 10 memorable quotes to take away from five days of the Unitize virtual blockchain conference … ( read original story …)
Gordon Chang: Exiled Scientist’s Claim That China Accidentally Released COVID-19 Is “Credible”
China expert Gordon Chang told FNC’s Tucker Carlson on Thursday that he believes the coronavirus was accidentally released from a Wuhan research lab and says an exiled virologist from Hong Kong’s … ( read original…
FBI Director Wray: Americans Are The Victims Of China ‘Theft’
Wray said that China uses “a diverse range of sophisticated techniques” such as old school spying to bribing trusted insiders here in the U.S. with promises of lucrative business and investing … ( read original…
Re-Forge Strategic Alliances and Check China Abroad, Rebuild Economy at Home | Opinion
But while Russia does what it can—for example, by meddling in U.S. and European elections, puffing up its global role—its weak, kleptocratic economy will likely ultimately limit its impact. China is a … ( read…
Trump, Biden try to outdo each other on tough talk on China
China has fast become a top election issue as President Donald Trump and Democrat Joe Biden engage in a verbal brawl over who’s better at playing the tough guy … ( read original story …)
U.S. Citizens in China Risk ‘Arbitrary’ Arrests and ‘Exit Bans,’ State Department Warns
“Citizens may be subjected to prolonged interrogations and extended detention for reasons related to ‘state security,” the state department’s warning read, issued to U.S. citizens this weekend. ( read original story …)
Who wins, who loses in China’s plans for a Greater Bay Area wealth management hub?
Banks that straddle China’s borders look set to be the major beneficiaries of a new wealth management scheme catering to over 70 million people living in the Greater Bay Area.Meanwhile, private … ( read original…
