The Chinese communist government on Friday released a furious statement condemning the planned visit by U.N. Ambassador Kelly Craft to Taiwan — accusing the U.S. of a “crazy provocation” and warning … ( read original…
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Biden’s NSC to focus on global health, climate, cyber and human rights, as well as China and Russia
The incoming Biden administration plans to restructure and expand the operations of the White House National Security Council, establishing new senior positions on global health, democracy and human … ( read original story …)
Coronavirus in China: instant noodles a godsend for residents caught out by Shijiazhuang lockdown
Northern city has seen a spike in Covid-19 cases, and many locals did not have a chance to get supplies before the restrictions began on Wednesday. ( read original story …)
Chinese city near Beijing stops people from leaving as coronavirus cases spike — like Wuhan did last year
Shijiazhuang, the capital of Hebei province, reported 31 new confirmed coronavirus cases and 35 asymptomatic ones for Thursday. ( read original story …)
China seals off two cities to contain coronavirus outbreak
Millions from both cities south of Beijing banned from leaving unless absolutely necessary after new infections emerge. ( read original story …)
China Locks Down City Of 11 Million In An Attempt To Curb Worst Covid-19 Flare Up In Months
China has enforced a lockdown in Shijiazhuang, a city with 11 million residents, blocking major highways, trains and flights in and out of the city as it attempts to clamp down on the country’s worst…
Indonesia’s top Islamic body OKs China’s Sinovac vaccine
Indonesia’s highest Islamic body on Friday gave its religious approval to China’s Sinovac vaccine, paving the way for its distribution in the world’s most populous … ( read original story …)
Asia Today: China City Offers Cash for Tip on Test Evaders
A city in northern China is offering rewards of $77 for anyone who reports on a resident who has not taken a recent coronavirus test. ( read original story …)
Taiwan heralds visit by US ambassador to UN as China fumes
Taiwan said Friday it welcomed the visit of the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations in the closing days of the Trump administration, in a move that brought China’s … ( read original story …)
Behind the NYSE’s Swerves on Delisting China Stocks
In the course of a week, the New York Stock Exchange said it would delist a trio of Chinese companies, then that it wouldn’t and then that it would, stoking confusion among investors globally. The…
U.S. foes like China and Iran see opportunity in the chaos of Trump-stoked riot at Capitol
“This an absolute gift for authoritarian leaders whose prime narrative is that democratic systems are weak and unstable,” said researcher Matthew Harries. ( read original story …)
China fines seven financial institutions $31 million over irregularities
China’s banking and insurance watchdog on Friday fined seven financial institutions a total 199.5 million yuan ($30.85 million) for irregularities in overcharging fees and insufficient information … ( read original story …)
The Latest: China city offers cash for tip on test evaders
A city in northern China is offering rewards of 500 yuan ($77) for anyone who reports on a resident who has not taken a recent coronavirus test. The offer from the government of Nangong comes…
