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Why Beijing feels compelled to destroy Hong Kong’s freedom
The liberal democratic values that many Hong Kongers uphold – and are theoretically guaranteed in the city’s mini-constitution – are an inexorable threat to China’s repressive Marxist-Leninist … ( read original story …)
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China recorded three new confirmed COVID-19 cases on the mainland for May 23, following the first day with no new cases since the outbreak began, the National Health Commission (NHC) said in a … (…
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Vice President Pence Threatens to Hold China ‘Accountable’ for Reported Concealment of COVID-19 Information
The vice president further accused the World Health Organization of being China’s “willing partner” in its reported concealment of COVID-19 information. ( read original story …)
China reports no new COVID-19 cases for first time since outbreak
Saturday, marking the first day its announced zero new infections since January. ( read original story …)
U.S. accuses China of blocking flights
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Asia Today: 23 new cases in South Korea, none in China
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Top U.S. Officials Threaten Action on China Over Hong Kong Security Law
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and the White House economic adviser, Kevin Hassett, signaled the Trump administration would punish China. ( read original story …)
How a 20-year-old student put the spotlight on Australian universities’ cosy relationship with China
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