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Chinese firms still eye Vietnam, free of US tariffs for now, as Trump 2.0 looms
Number of Chinese manufacturers shifting production to Vietnam has boomed since Donald Trump’s first term as US president.
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Exercise was the 9th joint strategic aerial patrol between the two militaries since 2019, based on annual military cooperation plan.
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35 years ago, Hong Kong’s CMB drivers held a four-hour strike to push for better retirement benefits.
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China surrounds ‘sea of death’ Taklamakan Desert with giant green belt
Just completed multi-decade project in Xinjiang region is intended to help prevent desertification and boost local economies.
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Return of multi-entry visas crucial for Hong Kong tourism recovery, observers say
Move benefiting Shenzhen residents could reduce impact of Hongkongers spending across border, but businesses must ‘find right opportunities’.
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Japanese cities raise onsen ‘bathing tax’ to boost revenue, offset rising costs
Analysts hope the funds raised will be used by the local travel sector to provide better facilities and services for visitors.
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China extends reach into Latin America as crane exports pick up
China is expanding its maritime footprint in Latin America, with more exports of cranes amid rising tensions with the US.
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China dismisses report of corruption probe into Defence Minister Dong Jun
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US deploys fast-attack submarine to an outpost closer to Beijing than Hawaii
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