“We discussed an increase in economic cooperation including trade,” said President Widodo, speaking at the news conference. “As a country with a 1.37 billion population, China is a big market for Indonesia. I stressed about…
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BEIJING | US firms, debt could be China’s targets if US plays hardball
BEIJING (AP) — In a looming trade war between the world’s two largest economies, American companies in China may have a bull’s-eye on their backs. The Trump administration is pushing China to cut its trade…
US says there will be consequences for Beijing allegedly moving anti-ship missiles to the South China Sea
The United States has raised concerns with China about its latest militarization of the South China Sea and there will be near-term and long-term consequences. China reportedly had installed anti-ship cruise missiles and surface-to-air missile…
China denies using lasers on U.S. aircraft in Djibouti after 2 pilots injured
China on Friday denied allegations that its forces targeted U.S. military aircraft with high-powered lasers near China’s military base in Djibouti, resulting in minor injuries to two pilots. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying said China…
No deal: Progress made, but U.S. trade delegation leaves China empty handed
Xinhua News Agency. Chinese proposal: China proposed increasing imports from the United States; asked U.S. to let its government and companies freely buy and use Chinese technology products and services; asked the U.S. to resume…
Masks to protect against China’s smog not always effective, tests show
Face masks available to consumers in China for protection against air pollution vary widely in their real-world performance, suggests a recent study. Although a mask may filter tiny particles as advertised, face size and shape…
U.S.-China trade talks centre on rivalry over technology
Canada could become collateral damage in U.S.-China trade war The dispute has deepened as China has stepped up efforts to overtake western industry leaders in advanced technologies, especially for semiconductors, the silicon brains required to…
China congratulates North Korea’s Kim on reducing tensions
BEIJING — China’s foreign minister congratulated North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on Thursday on his moves to reduce tensions with South Korea, China said. Their meeting in Pyongyang underscored warming ties and Beijing’s desire…
Housing prices along China’s border with North Korea have skyrocketed since Kim Jong Un’s visit to Beijing
Housing prices in China’s border city Dandong have skyrocketed, particularly since Kim Jong Un visited Beijing in March. Prices and sale rates are booming, with local housing applications exceeding processing limits. Three-quarters of China’s trade…
Peppa Pig wins street cred, attracts censors in China
Cherubic British cartoon character Peppa Pig has become an unlikely target of China’s censors as fans use her porcine likeness in rap videos and “gangster” tattoos. The bright pink swine’s subversive alter-ego has made her…
China’s foreign minister in North Korea to seek larger role for Beijing in nuclear talks
SEOUL—China’s foreign minister arrived in North Korea’s capital on Wednesday and could meet with leader Kim Jong Un while trying to ensure a larger role for Beijing in the new round of nuclear diplomacy with…
China’s foreign minister in North Korea seeks role for Beijing
SEOUL, Korea, Republic Of — China’s foreign minister arrived in North Korea’s capital on Wednesday and could meet with leader Kim Jong Un while trying to ensure a larger role for Beijing in the new…
BEIJING | Peppa Pig wins street cred, attracts censors in China
BEIJING —A cherubic British cartoon character has become an unlikely target of China’s censors as fans use her porcine likeness in rap videos and “gangster” tattoos. The bright pink swine’s subversive alter-ego has made her…
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