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The EU economy is facing a raft of issues, including Brexit, the transition of leadership in Germany, the violent ‘yellow vest’ protests in France and widespread populism.
The EU economy is facing a raft of issues, including Brexit, the transition of leadership in Germany, the violent ‘yellow vest’ protests in France and widespread populism.
Surprise move comes as the European Union’s new, more assertive China policy is being debated in Brussels amid pressure from Paris and Berlin.
Surprise move comes as the European Union’s new, more assertive China policy is being debated in Brussels amid pressure from Paris and Berlin.
Agriculture ministry declares tentative victory, but industry figures fear many cases are not being reported with journalists ordered not to cover the story.
Agriculture ministry declares tentative victory, but industry figures fear many cases are not being reported with journalists ordered not to cover the story.
The European Union has taken a tougher and more united stand on its biggest trading partner as concerns grow about Chinese influence on the continent.
The European Union has taken a tougher and more united stand on its biggest trading partner as concerns grow about Chinese influence on the continent.
As pair face 100th day in detention, diplomatic staff warn of the implications of the case amid concerns China is undermining principle of diplomatic immunity.
As pair face 100th day in detention, diplomatic staff warn of the implications of the case amid concerns China is undermining principle of diplomatic immunity.
The 16+1 initiative was supposed to boost trade and investment between the participants but so far it seems largely one-way, observers say.
The 16+1 initiative was supposed to boost trade and investment between the participants but so far it seems largely one-way, observers say.
But Washington could also leave Brussels out in the cold with its biggest trading partner, observers say.
But Washington could also leave Brussels out in the cold with its biggest trading partner, observers say.
Qian Keming, vice-minister of commerce, issues latest defence of controversial scheme, saying it’s not a ‘one-way street’.
Qian Keming, vice-minister of commerce, issues latest defence of controversial scheme, saying it’s not a ‘one-way street’.
Senior Chinese official says delegations from both countries are working around the clock for a deal to scrap extra duties on billions of dollars in imports.
Senior Chinese official says delegations from both countries are working around the clock for a deal to scrap extra duties on billions of dollars in imports.
Plea to bloc not to follow America’s example follows White House criticism of Italy’s plans to become the first G7 country to sign up for the Belt and Road Initiative.
Plea to bloc not to follow America’s example follows White House criticism of Italy’s plans to become the first G7 country to sign up for the Belt and Road Initiative.
Zhang Ming says the EU knows its own mind and will not cave in to US pressure over any part Huawei may have in development of 5G technology.
Zhang Ming says the EU knows its own mind and will not cave in to US pressure over any part Huawei may have in development of 5G technology.
Sharp elbows, an early start and the ability to endure the cold and confusion are vital tools for journalists covering the main event in China’s political calendar
Sharp elbows, an early start and the ability to endure the cold and confusion are vital tools for journalists covering the main event in China’s political calendar
Value-added taxes cut more than expected and state firms have to hand in more profits to bridge fiscal shortfall, while defence budget growth slashed from 8.1 per cent to 7.5 per cent.
Value-added taxes cut more than expected and state firms have to hand in more profits to bridge fiscal shortfall, while defence budget growth slashed from 8.1 per cent to 7.5 per cent.
Ahead of the annual meeting of the National People’s Congress, a senior Chinese diplomat has called for a mutually beneficial agreement.
Ahead of the annual meeting of the National People’s Congress, a senior Chinese diplomat has called for a mutually beneficial agreement.
Chinese envoys ramp up support for telecom giant as United States maintains pressure to exclude company from 5G networks.
Chinese envoys ramp up support for telecom giant as United States maintains pressure to exclude company from 5G networks.
France and Germany lead the push for a common strategy to deal with competition from Chinese giants.
France and Germany lead the push for a common strategy to deal with competition from Chinese giants.
Foreign minister Wang Yi talks to Pakistani counterpart Shah Mahmood Qureshi after attack in Indian-controlled Kashmir that killed more than 40 Indian paramilitary personnel.
Foreign minister Wang Yi talks to Pakistani counterpart Shah Mahmood Qureshi after attack in Indian-controlled Kashmir that killed more than 40 Indian paramilitary personnel.
America ‘won’t be able to work alongside’ countries that use Chinese telecoms giant’s equipment, politician says.
America ‘won’t be able to work alongside’ countries that use Chinese telecoms giant’s equipment, politician says.
Canberra’s proposed tax on imports to fund biosecurity controls should target ‘some bloody old Chinaman that brings in his favourite sausage down his undies’, O’Sullivan says in Senate debate.
Canberra’s proposed tax on imports to fund biosecurity controls should target ‘some bloody old Chinaman that brings in his favourite sausage down his undies’, O’Sullivan says in Senate debate.
Jacinda Ardern says Chinese telecom firm ‘not out the running’ while top Italian politician says the company is just another equipment supplier.
Jacinda Ardern says Chinese telecom firm ‘not out the running’ while top Italian politician says the company is just another equipment supplier.
Groups of retired military personnel gather in private around China despite Beijing’s reluctance to mark the politically sensitive anniversary.
Groups of retired military personnel gather in private around China despite Beijing’s reluctance to mark the politically sensitive anniversary.
Traces of virus found in products made by Sanquan Foods, but only online retailers withdraw them from sale.
Traces of virus found in products made by Sanquan Foods, but only online retailers withdraw them from sale.
Beijing’s Scandinavian trade partner tries to balance its commitment to human rights and democracy with need to maintain economic relations with China.
Beijing’s Scandinavian trade partner tries to balance its commitment to human rights and democracy with need to maintain economic relations with China.
Embassy says she returned to Stockholm on Wednesday to meet foreign ministry officials.
Embassy says she returned to Stockholm on Wednesday to meet foreign ministry officials.
Yang Jiechi can expect to field some tough questions over Huawei partnerships, while US officials are expected to continue to ‘lecture’ their European allies over 5G alliances with China – efforts that might not be too welcome.
Yang Jiechi can expect to field some tough questions over Huawei partnerships, while US officials are expected to continue to ‘lecture’ their European allies over 5G alliances with China – efforts that might not be too welcome.
The joint project will go ahead as planned despite the Chinese tech giant’s involvement.
The joint project will go ahead as planned despite the Chinese tech giant’s involvement.
Beijing hints at retaliation if Europe takes punitive action against Huawei; analyst says development of 5G has become a geopolitical football.
Beijing hints at retaliation if Europe takes punitive action against Huawei; analyst says development of 5G has become a geopolitical football.
Countries weigh risk of Beijing building back doors into European 5G networks but telecom firms urge restraint.
Countries weigh risk of Beijing building back doors into European 5G networks but telecom firms urge restraint.
Chamber of commerce survey shows a growing impatience for Beijing to tackle issues like intellectual property rights and market access.
Chamber of commerce survey shows a growing impatience for Beijing to tackle issues like intellectual property rights and market access.
Professional union says it supports writer Kurdo Baksi’s campaign to bring home Gui Minhai, who cannot leave China.
Professional union says it supports writer Kurdo Baksi’s campaign to bring home Gui Minhai, who cannot leave China.