China’s military expenditure is about four times that of Japan and around 12 times larger than that of Taiwan.
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How China plans to leverage its advantages
There was once a movie called “Year of Living Dangerously.” Yes, 2024, the Year of the Dragon may be fraught with global crisis. However, we must remember, China is an ancient civilisation and the …
As it happened: China’s ‘two sessions’ 2024 – Beijing defends realistic GDP goal, vows to crack down on financial market irregularities
China’s finance, commerce, banking, development and securities heads faced the press in Beijing on Wednesday during the annual ‘two sessions’.
US Slams China Over Confrontation With Ally: ‘Provocative Actions’
China accused the U.S. of emboldening the Philippines as it challenges China’s claim over its exclusive economic zone.
China’s BYD to spend US$55 million on buy-back of Shenzhen-listed shares as world’s largest EV maker eyes higher market value
The Shenzhen-based company expects to complete its share repurchase scheme within 12 months of the plan’s approval by shareholders.
India opens new naval base near Maldives amid tense ties and with eye on Beijing
India on Wednesday opened a new naval base on its Indian Ocean island close to the Maldives, as ties with Male remain tense and New Delhi jostles anew with China for influence in the region.
South China Sea: Philippines accuses Beijing of ‘deliberately stirring up trouble’ in disputed waters
Manila said China is ‘maliciously inciting hype’ in the waterway, which was wide enough for both countries to peacefully coexist.
China’s Feud With US Treaty Ally Deepens
A maritime expert warns the South China Sea clashes could turn deadly if the U.S. and the Philippines don’t clarify their defense treaty.
China needs a new roadmap to reinvigorate its economy, and bold reforms are key
Reforms could be unveiled at the long-delayed third plenum of the CPC’s elite Central Committee. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Philippines won’t allow China to remove its military outpost in a disputed shoal, its navy says
The Philippine navy says it will not allow China to remove a Philippine military outpost in a fiercely disputed South China Sea shoal where four Filipino navy personnel were injured in a confrontation …
China Mocks Logic Behind Biden’s Electric Car Concerns
President Joe Biden has instructed the Commerce Department to investigate the security threat posed by China’s electric cars.
China says economy got a strong start in 2024, sets sights on latest technology, upgrading factories
Top Chinese financial officials have outlined details of the ruling Communist Party’s plans for the year, saying a 5% target for economic growth is within reach after a strong start to the year.
China Deals Fresh Blow To Own Economy With Shock Move
The decision to cancel an annual media Q&A with China’s top economic official does little to reassure skittish investors, one expert says.