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Ding Xuexiang speaks at Davos, shedding light on China’s Trump 2.0 policies
Vice-premier expected to address concerns about Chinese economy and share foreign policy priorities at World Economic Forum in Switzerland.
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The Chinese and Russian leaders met via a video link, according to state broadcaster CCTV.
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China-US ties expert explains what ‘America first’ foreign policy means for Beijing and why bilateral relations are not necessarily doomed.
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But city leader warns against any attempts to interfere politically in Hong Kong’s political and judicial affairs.
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China’s leaders put spotlight on tech self-reliance, private sector confidence
At gatherings including figures from tech, Premier Li Qiang urged the industry to serve as a source of economic growth.
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Taiwan braces for more shocks after magnitude 6.4 earthquake terrifies residents
Dozens of homes and structures damaged in Tainan and Chiayi, where the epicentre was recorded.
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Astronomers hail blacklisted Chinese institute’s contribution to US telescope
The NIAOT in Nanjing was placed on Washington’s entity list in 2023, not long after shipping the finished spectrograph.
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Initial reaction to Trump speech muted in China but space competition could rise
The US president focused on domestic issues but his pledge to lead race to Mars and build military are likely to perpetuate rivalry.
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Philippines’ arrest of Chinese ‘sleeper agent’ sparks fears of widespread spying
A group comprising Deng Yuanqing and two Filipinos is accused of spying on Philippine military bases, including where US troops have access.
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Thai government under pressure to revise visa-free policy for Chinese tourists
Thai senator urges roll-out of visa-on-arrival initiative for Chinese tourists that will require them to give details of their travel itinerary.
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‘It’s a win’: Philippines, China uphold South China Sea resupply deal
Analysts say the agreement ‘commits both states to a status quo’ and urge the Philippines to hold firm on its South China Sea stance.
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Trump goes light on China on Day 1, except where Panama Canal is concerned
In his inaugural address, the US president also discusses tariffs generally but does not specifically target Beijing.
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Everything you need to know about Trump’s inauguration, from TikTok to Panama
From the first acts of Trump’s new term to the reception in China, here is everything you need to know about the US presidential inauguration.
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What to expect in the Year of the Snake: a visual guide
A complete visual guide as Lunar New Year is celebrated in the Year of the Snake.
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China to allow foreigners to take onshore bonds offshore via repos, derivatives
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ByteDance launches AI code editor overseas amid TikTok ban delay
The Chinese owner of TikTok rolled out the new software targeting overseas Chinese coders after a reprieve from the Trump administration.
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