China’s aviation regulator may make it difficult for Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd to merge regional arm Cathay Dragon into its main brand because of infractions during last year’s … ( read original story…
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Ending the Dangerous U.S. Dependence on China
The pandemic makes clear that the U.S., and the West as a whole, cannot continue to depend on an authoritarian rival state for strategically important goods. ( read original story …)
Beijing has run out of patience with Hong Kong authorities, analyst says
Hugo Brennan, principal Asia analyst at Verisk Maplecroft, discusses political developments in Hong Kong. Got a confidential news tip? We want to hear from you. Sign up for free newsletters and get … ( read…
China’s ‘Bat Woman’ from Wuhan Institute of Virology Says Known Viruses ‘Just the Tip of the Iceberg’ in Threat Humans Face
Shi Zhengli said scientists around the world must collaborate to defeat germs like the coronavirus that causes COVID-19. ( read original story …)
Coronavirus Impact: China To Focus On Domestic Consumption As It Prepares For ‘Worst Case Scenario’
Chinese President Xi Jinping told his top economic advisers Saturday that Beijing will be pursue a development plan focused on domestic consumption as the coronavirus pandemic devastates economies and … ( read original story …)
China’s Virus Apps May Outlast the Outbreak, Stirring Privacy Fears
With the disease there mostly under control, officials are looking for new uses for the government software that’s now on many phones. ( read original story …)
Cathay Pacific’s brand merger hits roadblock from China’s aviation regulator, sources say
The regulatory pushback has contributed to weeks of delays in Cathay’s plans to meet with its pilot’s union to discuss structural changes it first flagged to them in a letter on April 22, the sources…
China’s mask boom takes fabric away for nappy makers
China’s ramp-up of mask production to counter the coronavirus outbreak has claimed unlikely victims — nappies, wet wipes and sanitary towels that are made with the same raw materials. Manufacturers s … ( read original…
China’s Weaker Yuan Fix Is the Real Cold War Salvo
Setting the currency at its cheapest versus the dollar since 2008 is a clearer signal of intent than tear gas in Hong Kong. ( read original story …)
The US must disentangle itself from China
The United States cannot rely on China in a crisis. That is one of the clear lessons learned from the global pandemic. ( read original story …)
In China’s Auto Market, Worries Grow That Cashback Deals and Gifts Presage Damaging Price War
Cashback offers, up to 10 free oil changes, generous prepaid gasoline cards – these are just some of the giveaways China’s auto dealerships are using to woo customers out and about after spending much ……
We need a slow, step-by-step restart with China
Most Americans are at home, waiting for an end to the perils of covid-19 while counting on their leaders to identify the exact sequence of steps needed to restart our economy while still keeping ……
Five Luxury Brands That Are Winning 520 Day In China
To capitalize on the consumption rebound in China’s market right now, luxury brands are spending more than usual on their 520 marketing campaigns this year. ( read original story …)
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