Chinese banks have recently stopped using what is known as a countercyclical factor, a move analysts said was likely intended to boost the currency’s international appeal rather than to drive it lower … ( read…
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Pompeo’s ‘strong remarks’ are needed to send a message to China, says former Indian ambassador
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, who was on a visit to India, hit out at China for being “no friend to democracy.” … ( read original story …)
Guangdong smash Sichuan, Shenzhen rally past Shanxi in CBA
(Xinhua/Sadat) The Guangdong Southern Tigers overwhelmed the Sichuan Blue Whales 111-90, while the Shenzhen Aviators ended their run of three straight losses after a 96-87 victory over the Shanxi … ( read original story …)
China’s domestic jet fuel demand back to near pre-COVID levels
China’s domestic aviation fuel consumption rebounded to near pre-COVID levels in September, thanks to a fast recovery in passenger travel and cargo freight, although demand from international flights … ( read original story …)
Budding skiers hit indoor slopes ahead of China’s 2022 Winter Olympics
Xia Zhiyi drove his family 40 kilometres (25 miles) to an indoor ski park in China’s eastern Shaoxing city so his 12-year old daughter could practise skiing on a slope of artificial snow. China hopes…
CSIS survey finds ‘clear’ preference for multilateral approach to U.S.-China relations
The biggest criticism of the Trump administration’s approach to China is its unilateral method, and it has not achieved the results that were hoped for, says Scott Kennedy of Center for Strategic and … (…
Pompeo, Esper Push Closer India Ties to Counter China Threat
U.S. Secretary of State Michael Pompeo and Defense Secretary Mark Esper pushed for closer ties with India at a high-level ministerial meeting with their Indian counterparts, at a time when New Delhi … ( read…
Pompeo brings anti-China roadshow to Indian Ocean islands
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday brought the Trump administration’s anti-China campaign to Indian Ocean islands considered particularly at risk for … ( read original story …)
Washington signs key defence pact with Delhi, calls out Beijing
AS India and the United States announced Tuesday signing of the crucial military pact, Basic Exchange and Cooperation Agreement (BECA), visiting US Secretary of State Michael R Pompeo recalled the … ( read original story…
Coronavirus live news: China reports highest infections in two months; US sees almost 500,000 cases in one week
French death toll is highest since April; Merkel warns German health system could be overwhelmed; Russia seeks accelerated registration from WHO for Sputnik V vaccine. Follow the latest updates … ( read original story …)
China Set For Consumption Rebound, Broader Recovery As Coronavirus Restrictions Eased
As coronavirus restrictions eased, China is expected to see further rebound of consumption and broader economic recovery, British media reported Monday. As consumers return to fashion week, cinemas, … ( read original story …)
Does Russia, China, North Korea Want Trump To Win The Election? What Trump Said About Putin, Xi, Kim Jong Un
President Donald Trump said North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping would prefer him to be reelected over Joe Biden, calling them “sharp as a … (…
Shenzhen Customs pilot bonded supervision reform for jewelry industry in Luohu
The Luohu district government held a biweekly news conference on Oct. 21 introducing its reform on bonded supervision of the local jewelry industry. According to a government announcement, Shenzhen … ( read original story …)
