The fear is that the proposed law would also allow for Beijing to set up its own agency in the city to supervise and direct the local government in enforcing the measures. ( read original…
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Dollar stands its ground as U.S.-China tensions grow
U.S. tension put crushing pressure on the Chinese yuan and proved a counterweight to optimism about the coronavirus recovery. ( read original story …)
U.S. and China fight at United Nations over Hong Kong
The United States and China clashed over Hong Kong at the United Nations on Wednesday after Beijing opposed a request by Washington for the Security Council to meet over China’s plan to impose new ……
Top campaign advisor says Biden would sanction China over Hong Kong
Joe Biden would sanction China if president for its plan to impose new national security rules on Hong Kong, his campaign said on Wednesday, and accused President Donald Trump of having “enabled” … ( read…
The Latest: China reports only two new cases of coronavirus
China announced two new cases of coronavirus, both from abroad, on Thursday as it moves to close the annual session of its ceremonial legislature that had been delayed for more than two months by the…
US-China Business Council President on Tensions Over Hong Kong
China Business Council, which represents American companies doing business in the Asian nation, looks at the tensions between the two governments over Hong Kong. The Trump administration said it could … ( read original story…
China Reports Two New Coronavirus Cases Versus One a Day Earlier
People wearing face masks are seen on a street following an outbreak of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in Shanghai, China May 26, 2020. Picture taken May 26, 2020. REUT … ( read original story…
Future of political art in Hong Kong uncertain as Beijing tightens grip
Art has galvanized protesters to unite under banners of freedom and democracy as they forge passionate narratives of love, death and resistance at all costs. But will it be possible — or even safe –…
Ex-US envoy to China says Washington is waking up to Beijing taking ‘more and more control’ of Hong Kong
Former U.S. Ambassador to China Jon Huntsman Jr. praised Secretary of State Mike Pompeo Wednesday for declaring that Hong Kong is no longer autonomous from China days after Beijing moved to impose new … ( read original story …)
Delegates Arrive For The CPPCC Closing Session in Beijing, China
Chinese delegates arrive for the closing ceremony of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Wednesday, May 27, 2020. After being … ( read original…
Pompeo says U.S. should end special treatment for Hong Kong, ramping up economic, diplomatic tensions with China
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Wednesday that Hong Kong does not warrant more favorable treatment than mainland China, setting up potential U.S. actions that could damage the city’s status as a … ( read…
Huawei CFO loses major battle in extradition fight as U.S.-China tensions escalate
Huawei, the world’s largest telecommunication supplier, has been a flashpoint for the Trump administration’s trade battles with China. ( read original story …)
Canada, Australia have to stand up to ‘bullies’ like China, says former Australian PM
Former Australian prime minister Malcolm Turnbull says his country is getting a little too much credit for calling for an investigation into the origins of the novel coronavirus pandemic — but “middle … ( read original story…
