The U.K.’s media regulator has pulled Chinese state-run television channel CGTN off the air, a decision that’s set to deepen tensions with Beijing. ( read original story …)
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China Opens Its Doors to Foreign Junk
With little fanfare, China, the world’s biggest consumer of iron ore, opened its doors to 3,000 tons of Japanese scrap metal. It was the country’s first such import since it imposed a near-total ban ……
China Investors Evade Capital Controls to Buy Hong Kong IPOs
It’s not hard to find reasons why cash is pouring into Hong Kong initial public offerings at a record pace: rock-bottom interest rates, frothy markets, pandemic boredom. ( read original story …)
China should promote free movement of digital data, government think tank says
Data-related trade set to become a new economic growth driver, deputy director of the Development Research Centre of the State Council says in new study. ( read original story …)
Kuaishou Nearly Triples After Biggest Internet IPO Since Uber
Kuaishou Technology, the operator of China’s most popular short-video service after ByteDance Ltd.’s Douyin, jumped 194% in its Hong Kong debut after a $5.4 billion initial public offering that … ( read original story …)
China reports fewest daily COVID-19 cases in over a month
China reported the fewest new COVID-19 cases in over a month, official data showed on Friday, suggesting that the latest wave of the disease is subsiding ahead of the key Lunar New Year holiday period…
Taiwan Says It’s Crucial Biden ‘Reaffirms’ U.S. Support as China Goes on ‘High Alert’
“Beijing’s military, economic, and diplomatic coercion against Taiwan constitutes a threat to the security not only of Taiwan, but of the entire Indo-Pacific region,” the Taipei Economic and Cultural … ( read original story …)
Prada Shakes Up China Retail Strategy, Shuts Plaza 66 Flagship
No brand will leave such a prime location unless a much more appealing option is offered, as two nearby malls will reopen end of 2021. ( read original story …)
China Investors Evade Capital Controls to Snap Up Hong Kong IPOs
It’s not hard to find reasons why cash is pouring into Hong Kong initial public offerings at a record pace: rock-bottom interest rates, frothy markets, pandemic boredom. ( read original story …)
Kuaishou’s $5 billion IPO: Everything you need to know about the TikTok rival
Kuaishou is set to go public in Hong Kong on Friday. CNBC takes a look at the challenges ahead, and how the Chinese short video app aims to make money. ( read original story …)
How Coach Is Conquering China — From Douyin to Drone Light Shows
Click here to read the full article. As fourth-quarter footwear and fashion earnings continue to roll in, one business trend is dominating: China is a huge bright spot. Companies like Tapestry Inc. ( read original…
Guyana calls off Taiwan office after Beijing criticizes ‘mistake’
Foreign ministry said it terminated agreement with Taiwan to open office after Beijing urged country to ‘correct their mistake’ … ( read original story …)
Pro-China propaganda campaign exploits U.S. divisions in videos emphasizing Capitol attack
Chinese propaganda videos have gloated over the Jan. 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol and subsequent impeachment proceedings, portraying them as signs of the decline of “American-style Democracy,” … ( read original story …)
