China will gradually raise its statutory retirement age in the next five years to try to cope with its ageing population and buckling pension system. Life expectancy in the country has now risen above …
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Palestinian factions agree to end yearslong division after Beijing talks
A number of Palestinian factions, including rival groups Hamas and Fatah, signed an agreement in Beijing on Tuesday “ending division and strengthening Palestinian unity.”
China brokers ‘Beijing declaration’ for Palestinian unity
China hosted leaders from 14 Palestinian factions in an attempt to bridge divisions, part of Beijing’s effort to portray itself as a global mediator.
China electric truck startup Windrose to raise $200 mln before US IPO, source says
Chinese electric truck startup Windrose is aiming to raise $200 million in its final round of funding in equity investments and debt before it seeks an initial public offering in the United States, a person…
China Makes Nuclear Weapons Demands to U.S. and Allies
China urged the U.S. to adopt the policy of “no-first-use of nuclear weapons” and to abandon its nuclear umbrella to its allies.
China encourages some firms to tap foreign debt to boost real economy
China’s top economic planner said on Tuesday it will support high-quality companies to borrow medium- and long-term foreign debt, to support the development of the real economy, according to an official statement published online.
China’s Baosteel to buy out Nippon Steel’s 50% stake in auto steel venture
China’s Baosteel says it will acquire Nippon Steel’s 50% stake in their auto steel joint venture for about $242 million.
Growing cooperation between Russia and China in Arctic, Pentagon says
Russia and China are increasingly cooperating in the Arctic region, which could impact regional stability, the U.S. military said as it released its strategy for the Arctic region on Monday. Russia …
Fireworks, Bolt & Adlington: Best moments from Beijing 2008
BBC Sport looks back at the best moments from the 2008 Beijing Olympics, including an epic fireworks display and Usain Bolt’s electrifying performances on the track.
Beijing trains sights on China’s vast finance sector with new anti-corruption body
It is the first time Beijing has officially confirmed the establishment of a dedicated disciplinary body to crack down on corruption in China’s vast financial sector, having been listed as the first priority on the…
China’s leaders have floated the idea of raising the retirement age. It hasn’t gone down well
Chinese social media reacted angrily to changes to the retirement age, with many expressing their discontent over the prospect of delayed access to their pensions. Younger people also complained that …
Solomon Islands and Vanuatu PMs visit Beijing amid escalating Pacific tensions
Intensifying diplomatic manoeuvring involving strategically placed Pacific states portends vast preparations for looming wars and police-state repression across the region.
As Beijing quietly heads into economic oblivion while Washington lights up, expect tougher times ahead
Australia has done exceptionally well riding the boom in the Chinese economy. But the political and economic uncertainty surrounding the world’s two biggest economies — the US and China — points to tougher times ahead.
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