Lawmakers in Beijing voted in a process that has been criticized for its secrecy and haste. The law will extend the Communist Party’s reach into Hong Kong. ( read original story …)
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China enacts Hong Kong security law, escalating confrontation with U.S.
Washington has imposed visa restrictions on Chinese officials responsible for eroding political freedoms in the financial center and suspended trade privileges. ( read original story …)
China Releases American FedEx Pilot After Nine Months in Detention
Chinese authorities freed retired U.S. Air Force colonel Todd A. Hohn, who was under investigation for smuggling ammunition, easing a pressure point on the shipping giant that has been in Beijing’s … ( read original…
China passes controversial Hong Kong national security law – reports
Critics say the measure, which criminalises secession, subversion, terrorism and collusion with foreign forces, erodes Hong Kong’s autonomy … ( read original story …)
China’s parliament passes national security law for Hong Kong, Cable TV says
China’s parliament passed national security legislation for Hong Kong on Tuesday, the city’s Cable TV reported, setting the stage for the most radical change to the former British colony’s way of life … ( read…
China conducting mass sterilization on Muslim minorities that could amount to genocide: Report
The Chinese government has deployed a mass sterilization campaign against Muslim ethnic minorities in the country’s western provinces, according to a new report, which argues the tactics could amount … ( read original story …)
China’s June factory activity quickens to three-month high: official PMI
China’s factory activity expanded at a faster pace in June, beating expectations, as the economy continues to recover after the government lifted strict lockdowns and ramped up investment, but weak … ( read original story…
‘Elite’ alcohol brand is China’s most valuable firm
Kweichow Moutai’s share price rocket thanks to its popular and sought-after baijiu drink. ( read original story …)
China reports 19 new COVID-19 cases, including 7 in Beijing
China on Tuesday reported 19 new coronavirus cases in the mainland for June 29, up from 12 a day earlier, the health authority said. ( read original story …)
Chaotic world order and rising tensions with Beijing push Scott Morrison to overcome fear of ‘negative globalism’
The Australian government has realised that strengthening international institutions is preferable to the alternative – relying on either Trump or Xi … ( read original story …)
China reports 19 new COVID-19 cases, including seven in Beijing
China on Tuesday reported 19 new coronavirus cases in the mainland for June 29, up from 12 a day earlier, the health authority said. ( read original story …)
Stocks in Asia Pacific set to rise ahead of China manufacturing data release
Stocks in Asia Pacific were set to open higher on Tuesday as investors await the release of China’s official manufacturing Purchasing Manager’s Index. ( read original story …)
Coronavirus live updates: WHO team to search for Covid-19 origin in China as chief says he fears ‘worst to come’
UK locks down city of Leicester; wearing masks to be mandatory in New York and Kansas; Iran reports record daily deaths. Follow the latest news … ( read original story …)
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