Fear of a Chinese amphibious assault has prompted Japanese sea and air forces to step up their own presence around the islets—reinforcing Japanese sovereign rights while deterring aggression. It has … ( read original story…
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The Latest: China reports 5 new cases of novel coronavirus
The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. COVID-19 causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe … ( read original…
China reports 10 new asymptomatic coronavirus cases for June 1 vs 16 a day earlier
China registered 5 new coronavirus cases on June 1, down from 16 a day earlier, the National Health Comission said on Tuesday. ( read original story …)
Former UK prime minister calls for cooperation with China over Covid-19 response
Former UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown discusses the international community’s response to health and economic challenges caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, and weighs in on what countries could be doing … ( read original story…
China Puts the Final Kibosh on Trump’s Trade Deal
By reportedly halting major agricultural purchases, Beijing makes it likely U.S.-China relations will dramatically worsen. ( read original story …)
Global Stocks Rise Despite Protests, US-China Tensions
Global stock markets were firmer Monday, with Wall Street reversing opening losses and shrugging off unrest in many American cities following anti-racism protests and worsening US-China tensions. US … ( read original story …)
The Impact of Social Media on COVID-19 in Wuhan, China
Now that the world is several weeks into this COVID-19 reality, people are starting to feel a new normal. Everyone is spending copious amounts of time indoors, which means one thing—more screen time. ( read…
No one knows: How the unknowable consequences of COVID-19 affect thinking about foreign policy and U.S.-China relations
How are the vast uncertainties of the present moment affecting how people think about foreign policy, and particularly U.S.-China relations? ( read original story …)
Coronavirus: China would welcome ‘international review’ into COVID-19 pandemic, says ambassador to UK
Beijing’s ambassador to the UK says the purpose of such an investigation should not be to “label any country”. ( read original story …)
A post-COVID-19 economy demands limits on guest worker visas
There is a justified and renewed push by some Republicans to suspend guest workers coming into the country that in my opinion would not only help to protect our economy, but will help the 34…
COVID-19: The Impact on China-Africa Debt
This conversation with Linda Calabrese – research fellow and development economist at the Overseas Development Institute in London – explores China’s loans to African countries, and the impact … ( read original story …)
How Did Taiwan Avoid COVID-19? Country Remained Bustling as Rest of the World Felt the Weight of Coronavirus
Taiwan was deemed one of the most at-risk areas because of its close proximity, ties and transport according to a January study conducted by Johns Hopkins University. ( read original story …)
Chinese Envoy to Britain Says Beijing Is Not Suppressing Hong Kong Activists
Asked on Sky News whether China was suppressing the activists, Liu Xiaoming said: “It is not Chinese suppression, what is going on in Hong Kong is violence. It is a risk to the national security…
