WASHINGTON — On the eve of Donald Trump’s inauguration, Robert Zoellick — an eminent figure in American trade policy — offered Canada a pointed warning about China: proceed with caution. A former president of the…
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China confirms detention of Taiwanese pro-democracy activist
the investigation into him is being handled in line with legal procedures,” Ma told reporters at a news briefing. On Tuesday, a colleague of Lee’s said he may have attracted the attention of China’s security…
As Canada talks China trade deal, Trump White House watches closely
WASHINGTON — On the eve of Donald Trump’s inauguration, Robert Zoellick — an eminent figure in American trade policy — offered Canada a pointed warning about China: proceed with caution. A former president of the…
Artificial islands in South China Sea nearly complete, allowing China to dominate region: report
BEIJING — A report from a U.S. think-tank says China has nearly completed construction work on three man-made islands in the South China Sea, giving it the ability to deploy combat aircraft and other military…
South China Sea controversy heats up as man-made islands are almost complete
“The Chinese argument that they have most to gain from unfettered ‘freedom of navigation’ in the South China Sea, and would therefore not block commercial shipping, is a solid argument,” Mr Townshend told news.com.au. “But…
Former CSIS directors question Canada’s pursuit of extradition treaty with China
Two former Canadian spymasters are questioning the wisdom of pursuing an extradition treaty with China, an undertaking the Liberal government announced shortly after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made his first official visit to the Asian…
China affirms climate pledge after Trump rolls back rules
BEIJING – China’s government says it will stick to its promises to curb carbon emissions after President Donald Trump eased U.S. restrictions on fossil fuel use that were meant to control global warming. A foreign…
China confirms arrest of Taiwan activist Lee Ming-che
Cheng Hsiu-chuan, president of a Taipei college where Lee worked, told the Associated Press news agency on Tuesday that Lee may have attracted the attention of Chinese security after using the Chinese social media service…
China, Japan island fight reignites with population push
“Prime Minister Abe is very conservative and a nationalist,” Zhiqun Zhu, a political science professor and director of the China Institute at Bucknell University, told Fox News. “So this move is not very surprising, but…
China to Canada: Don’t follow Australia’s lead on extradition treaty
Stick with us so we can battle crime together, China is urging the Canadian government. On Tuesday morning, Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull shelved ratification of an extradition treaty with China, after opposition parties and…
Beijing development plan calls for more green space, cap on population
BEIJING Beijing will publish a draft plan for the long-term development of the Chinese capital on Wednesday, according to state media, which includes measures to cap the population and cut air pollution. Under the plan,…
American Airlines ties up partnership with China Southern
American Airlines and China’s biggest carrier by passengers, China Southern, have agreed a strategic partnership. The US airline will buy $200m (£159m) worth of shares in the Chinese firm and the two will “seek to…
American Airlines tie up partnership with China Southern
American Airlines and China’s biggest carrier by passengers, China Southern, have agreed a strategic partnership. The US airline will buy $200m (£159m) worth of shares in the Chinese firm and the two will “seek to…
