U.S. Ambassador Nicholas Burns described the relationship as contentious and deeply competitive, “and you can’t get around that. We’re rivals for global power.” …
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HMPV: Health expert’s verdict on whether virus from China could trigger global pandemic
A surge in cases of HMPV (human metapneumovirus) has raised fears of another Covid-19 style pandemic after harrowing images in China show children in hospital beds needing urgent treatment
Chinese cloud firm Unisplendour seeks to raise $1bn – report
Unisplendour is currently listed in Shenzhen, China, though is seemingly one of many mainland companies looking to also list on Hong Kong’s exchange. The company is currently valued at around $9.7 …
Uyghurs detained in Thailand say they face deportation and persecution in China
A group of Uyghurs who were detained in Thailand over a decade ago say that the Thai government is preparing to deport them to China, alarming activists who say the men are at risk of…
Beijing blasts false claims regarding HMPV infection
Beijing has made a fresh rebuke to some voices labeling China’s recent cases of infection with human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, as an “unknown virus”, calling such claims “run counter to basic …
Hong Kong’s leader calls on entrepreneurs to seize opportunities over border
City leader John Lee tells Shenzhen summit that opportunities are waiting for companies willing to pursue innovation and embrace change.
As China hacking threat builds, Biden to order tougher cybersecurity standards
President Joe Biden is calling for tighter cybersecurity standards for federal agencies and contractors in a new executive order due to be published in the coming days, pushing reforms designed to …
Asian American professor wrongfully accused of spying for China is suing University of Kansas
Professor Tao’s life, career, reputation and finances are in shambles as a result of KU’s egregious conduct,” the lawsuit says.
China warns citizens of telecom fraud after reports of scams in Myanmar
China’s embassy in Myanmar on Friday urged Chinese nationals to be vigilant against telecom and online fraud after multiple reports of citizens being lured to Myanmar’s border town of Myawaddy by online scams promoting “high-paying…
China’s Shimao Group receives liquidation petition
China’s Shimao Group said on Friday CPYM Link Investment Limited had filed a liquidation petition against the company in the Hong Kong high court regarding a 258 million yuan ($35.19 million) …
Covid-19 and beyond: What South Africans need to know about respiratory illnesses today
If you’ve been hit with a respiratory tract infection this festive season, it’s more likely to be Covid-19 than the flu. However, experts and officials say there’s no cause for alarm, as the circulation and…
CE urges firms to invest more on the mainland
Chief Executive John Lee on Friday called on businesses to contribute to the country’s development by investing on the mainland. Speaking at a forum …
Outspoken economist Gao Shanwen leaves his Hong Kong financial firm: source
Gao’s license in Hong Kong lapsed at the end of last month, and he is no longer working at a financial firm in the city, SFC records show.
