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Only a democratic alliance can thwart Beijing’s ambitions
In recent weeks, China’s aggression towards Taiwan has escalated to a level unprecedented in modern times. China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has begun to brazenly deny the existence of the Taiwan … ( read original…
Pentagon chief stresses stronger alliances to counter China, Russia
US Defense Secretary Mark Esper revealed a new initiative Tuesday to strengthen and expand US alliances with “like-minded democracies” to counter Russia and China. ( read original story …)
Indonesia, Japan seek stronger security, economic ties in China’s shadow
Japan and Indonesia agreed on Tuesday to speed up talks on the export of Japanese defence gear and technology to Indonesia and to have their defence and foreign ministers meet soon, reflecting concern … (…
China looks to grow political and economic influence across Africa
China has invested hundreds of billions of dollars in Africa. Many scholars believe Beijing is doing this to gain political leverage and influence in the region. Grant Harris, the CEO of Connect … ( read…
NATO to Set Up New Space Center amid China, Russia Concerns
NATO is set to announce it is creating a space center to help manage satellite communications and its military operations. ( read original story …)
The Growing Evidence that China’s Aggression has Backfired | Opinion
As Beijing’s mishandling of the coronavirus outbreak—especially its intentional delay and cover-up in the early weeks—became more widely known, the regime’s international credibility and reputation … ( read original story …)
China is rapidly producing new billionaires despite Covid-19
In total, China has 2,398 individuals with a net worth of more than 2 billion yuan ($290 million), the cut-off for being on the list. The rich listers have a combined wealth of $4 trillion,…
China’s Number of Billionaires Surges As Country’s Superrich Thrive Amid Pandemic
China’s business elite cashed in during lockdown and brought in $1.5 trillion this year, according to today’s Hurun Report. ( read original story …)
Sweden bans Huawei, ZTE from 5G, calls China biggest threat
Sweden is banning Chinese tech companies Huawei and ZTE from building new high-speed wireless networks after a senior security official called China one of the country’s biggest threats … ( read original story …)
Delivery service criticized in China for suspending BTS-related packages
A Chinese delivery service that said it had stopped transportation of all packages related to BTS is under fire for the statement posted to a local social media platform. ( read original story …)
China offering untested COVID-19 vaccines
People, including health workers and international students, are being offered an unproven COVID-19 vaccine for £50 in China. ( read original story …)
Why a coronavirus vaccine is politically valuable to China
Focusing on the coronavirus vaccine is a useful way for China to squeeze out room for more difficult questions about its initial response to COVID-19. ( read original story …)
