China has dominated the Asian Games for the last 40 years, and the 2023 edition will be the same. The host country won 20 gold medals — 30 overall — on Sunday, just hours after…
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Philippines condemns China’s installation of ‘floating barrier’ in South China Sea
Philippine authorities on Sunday condemned the China Coast Guard for allegedly installing a “floating barrier” in a disputed territory in the South China Sea. In a statement, Coast Guard spokesperson Jay Tarriela said a floating…
Biden aims to wrest influence from China in Pacific islands
President Joe Biden is set to host leaders of Pacific island nations with an aim of countering China’s ever-growing influence, proffering goodies ranging from an American football experience to shiny new embassies.
China, resource-rich East Timor upgrade bilateral ties
China and East Timor have upgraded bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership, potentially giving Beijing more influence in the region while satisfying the young half-island nation’s desire for stronger ties with major economies.
China’s 1.4 billion population isn’t enough to fill the country’s empty homes, former official says
A former Chinese official’s dramatic comments are a rare critique of the country’s struggling housing market, which has been in crisis since 2021.
South China Sea: Philippines says Beijing installed floating barrier in contested area
The Philippines has accused China of installing a “floating barrier” to stop fishing boats from entering a disputed area in the South China Sea. The Philippines’ coast guard said the 300m (1,000ft) obstacle was preventing…
Biden to host Pacific island leaders in US charm offensive vs China
President Biden will host a second summit with Pacific island leaders this week, part of a US charm offensive to block further Chinese inroads into a strategic region for Washington.
Three tourist routes released in Western Beijing’s Mentougou
As the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, Mentougou District located in Western Beijing launched its autumn culture and tourism events and released three autumn boutique culture and tourism experience routes on Friday. The routes connect popular scenic…
National treasure inspired dance drama returns to Beijing’s stage
Choreographed by China’s veteran dancer Yang Liping, who is known for her signature “peacock” dance, a recent woman-man …
China sentences Uyghur scholar to life in jail
A prominent Uyghur academic has been reportedly jailed for life by China for “endangering state security”. Rahile Dawut’s sentence was confirmed after she appealed against a 2018 conviction, according to the US-based Dui Hua Foundation…
‘Even 1.4 billion people can’t fill all empty homes’: Former Chinese official on property crisis
With over 1.4 billion people, China is the second most populous country in the world today. Yet, even its staggering population will not be able to fill the astronomical number of empty apartments …
As Assassination Drives India and Canada Apart, China Gets a Free Pass
The shooting of a Khalistan separatist has raised tensions, but a death now being linked to Chinese harassment has passed without Canadian comment.
Prime Minister Dahal arrives in Beijing
Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, who is currently on an official visit to the People’s Republic of China, arrived in Beijing today.
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