For China, Sanae Takaichi’s decisive mandate raises concerns because she is widely viewed as one of Japan’s most outspoken critics of Beijing.
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Japan PM’s big election win could mean more beef with Beijing
By Tim Kelly TOKYO, Feb 9 (Reuters) – Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s thumping election win has blunted domestic opposition to her hawkish security agenda, encouraging plans to press ahead …
China critic and former media tycoon Jimmy Lai is sentenced to 20 years in a Hong Kong security case
Jimmy Lai, the pro-democracy former Hong Kong media tycoon and a fierce critic of Beijing, was sentenced on Monday to 20 years in prison in the longest punishment given so far under a China-imposed …
Beijing’s Growth Model Is Still Broken
When China’s property market collapsed in 2021, its leaders scrambled to find a new driver of economic growth to replace housing construction. More investment in infrastructure, which had powered much …
Bessent claims China ‘lived up to’ trade deal with Trump, predicts ‘very strong economic growth’ in 2026
China has so far “lived up to” its end of the trade pact struck with President Trump, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent claimed Sunday, while touting what he anticipates will be …
What happened with Kamila Valieva? The figure skating scandal that rocked the 2022 Olympics
What happened with Kamila Valieva? A look back at the figure skating scandal that rocked the 2022 Winter Olympics. (AP Photo) …
Congressional commission warns China’s Pacific infrastructure projects could pose a military threat
Congressional commission chair and vice chair warn Chinese-funded runways and ports across the Pacific Islands may provide future military access for Beijing
What does the fall of PLA top brass Zhang Youxia say about Beijing’s Taiwan plans?
The investigation into China’s top commanders, Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli, has left the Central Military Commission (CMC), the country’s highest military command body, with just two members at …
After Beijing disappointment, Canada’s Brunelle returns to Olympics with new outlook
Florence Brunelle is back on the Olympic stage at the Milan Cortina Games, buoyed by a fresh perspective on what success means to her.
Luckin Coffee Takes Shot At Starbucks With Flagship And Costa Rumors
A premium store opening in China. more New York cafes and a possible bid for Costa Coffee have seen Luckin Coffee push the pedal to the metal as it grows and diversifies.
China’s aluminium smelters embark on green long march
One of country’s most polluting industries is relocating from northern rust belt to renewables-rich south-west
China flexes its muscle at Singapore Airshow as US isolated
SINGAPORE, Feb 6 (Reuters) – China used this week’s Singapore Airshow to flex its military and aviation muscle, drawing heavy attention from regional delegations as Beijing sharpens its bid for influence in Southeast Asia.
From 2 Hours to 20 Minutes: China completes 28-kilometer-long cross-sea corridor in the Pearl River
China has completed the 28km Shenzhen–Zhongshan Link, featuring an eight-lane underwater tunnel, artificial islands and AI monitoring. The project is transforming travel in the Pearl River region.
