“Premier McNeil mentioned to me that he really wants to have a direct air from China to Halifax,” Lu said through an interpreter. “I will very actively … promote and make it happen.” Speaking to…
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Big stakes in Beijing: A triumphant Xi versus a chastised Trump
WASHINGTON — When China rolls out the red carpet for Donald Trump, the grandeur of its welcome for the larger-than-life American president will mask a sobering reality. President Xi Jinping, China’s most powerful figure in…
Beijing looks for smart solutions to solve city’s parking problems
Beijing is set to tackle its parking problem with a new smart system which will provide real-time guidance to motorists, state media reported on Tuesday. Nearly a quarter of the capital’s motor vehicles – 1.3…
China’s ambassador to Canada hopes for ‘achievements’ during NAFTA talks
HALIFAX — China’s ambassador to Canada says his country hopes the U.S., Canada and Mexico can “make achievements” in ongoing NAFTA talks. Ambassador Lu Shaye says his country has taken “close notice” of North American…
Beijing first failed land sale in two years shows developers’ woes
A land plot in Beijing failed to find a buyer for the first time in more than two years last Friday, as the government’s measures to cool the land market continue to take effect. The…
Tiffany Foster Enjoys Longines Equestrian Beijing Masters
Tiffany Foster enjoyed riding her borrowed mount for the Beijing Masters, Moonstar. Photo by Longines Equestrian Beijing Masters Canada’s own Tiffany Foster from North Vancouver, BC had the unique opportunity to attend the seventh-annual Longines…
Hong Kong stocks tumble as negative news triggers profit-taking; China calm
SHANGHAI, Nov 6 (Reuters) – Hong Kong stocks fell sharply on Monday morning as negative news flows at the weekend – including a corruption crackdown in Saudi Arabia and a call for tougher regulation in…
China’s answer to anthem disrespect: up to 3 years in prison
Such punishments previously applied to the desecration of the national flag and emblem in public, China’s official Xinhua News Agency reported. The legislature also moved to apply a separate, recently passed law on the national…
China to expand corruption supervision pilot scheme nationwide: Xinhua
BEIJING – China will expand a pilot project for anti-graft supervision reforms nationwide next year that will consolidate existing corruption agencies, state-run news agency Xinhua reported, as President Xi Jinping expands his signature policy drive.…
China, ISIS threats get India, US together in Sri Lanka and Maldives
China has consolidated its hold on the island … India’s policies in the Indian Ocean region are undergoing a sea change. Get latest news & live updates on the go on your pc with News…
Beijing’s smog-choked skies to clear just in time for Donald Trump to sweep into town
Smog shrouding Beijing is expected to clear just in time for US President Donald Trump’s first state trip to China this week. The Chinese capital issued an orange pollution alert – the second highest in…
Beijing — Not Silicon Valley — Is The World’s Top Tech Hub, Report Says
Beijing has unseated Silicon Valley as the top technology hub in the world — at least according to one report. Expert Market, a business resource company, released its second annual Top Tech Cities in the…
Beijing on smog alert as choking winter looms
Beijing has issued its first orange smog alert ahead of the winter when air pollution levels usually soar in northern China as power is ramped up to fuel central heating systems. The orange alert, the…
