The official manufacturing purchasing managers’ index came in at 49.3 in June — compared with 49.0 in June, 48.8 in May and 49.2 in April.
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Asia markets rise ahead of business activity surveys out of China
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Experts share views on China’s economy
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Asia markets poised to rise ahead of business activity surveys out of China
Asia-Pacific markets are set to largely rise ahead of business activity data and inflation reports from countries around the region this week. For Monday, China will see the official release of its …
A capital idea sees Beijing share its growth
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China using families as ‘hostages’ to quash dissent abroad
China is pressuring Uyghurs living abroad to spy on human rights campaigners by threatening families back home, researchers say. Refugees and activists tell the BBC intimidating tactics are tearing communities apart. “My dearest son,” said…
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