Nicaragua’s decision to sever diplomatic links with Taiwan and recognize China leaves the self-governing island democracy with just 14 diplomatic allies.
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The world’s first COVID-19 vaccine developed by State-owned drugmaker Sinopharm marked the first anniversary of its registration and its launch in the market on Thursday. At the same time, the …
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Nicaragua cuts ties with Taiwan in favour of Beijing
Nicaragua has become the latest country to cut diplomatic ties with Taiwan in favour of China. Taiwan said it was “deeply saddened”, adding that Nicaragua had “disregarded [their] many years of …
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Shenzhen urges residents to save water during severe drought
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Nicaragua cuts diplomatic ties with Taiwan and recognises Beijing
Nicaragua is switching diplomatic recognition from Taipei to Beijing, in a move that reduces the number of Taiwan’s diplomatic allies to 14 nations and underscores China’s escalating campaign to …
Australian first as curlers qualify for Beijing Winter Games
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