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Why is Taiwan losing its friends?: China is hoovering up the island’s allies with “chequebook diplomacy”
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Who still recognizes Taiwan? What to know about Honduras’s shift to Beijing.: Taiwan is now left with only 13 diplomatic allies as Beijing mounts a pressure ...
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How to avoid war over Taiwan: A superpower conflict would shake the world
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Why is Taiwan losing its friends?: China is hoovering up the island’s allies with “chequebook diplomacy”
economist.com/the-economist-explains/2023/03/28/why-is-taiwan-losing-its-friends
Who still recognizes Taiwan? What to know about Honduras’s shift to Beijing.: Taiwan is now left with only 13 diplomatic allies as Beijing mounts a pressure ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2023/03/29/honduras-taiwan-china-allies-relations/
How to avoid war over Taiwan: A superpower conflict would shake the world
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Honduras ends decades-long diplomatic ties with Taiwan: TEGUCIGALPA: Honduras said on Saturday (Mar 25) it was ending its decades-long diplomatic relations with ...
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Interview on Taiwan conflict: "Merkel was obviously given the wrong advice": Not only the Ukraine war in the immediate vicinity keeps the EU in suspense ...
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Honduras Just Cut Diplomatic Ties With Taiwan, Established Relations With China: Honduras has now established relations with Beijing.
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Latin America and the diplomatic battle between China and Taiwan: Honduras is the latest country in Latin America to break diplomatic ties with Taiwan in favor ...
ticotimes.net/2023/03/29/latin-america-and-the-diplomatic-battle-between-china-and-taiwan
China says no conditions on Honduras diplomatic deal: Honduras has become the latest Latin American country to open formal ties with Beijing and end relations ...
aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/27/china-says-no-conditions-on-honduras-diplomatic-deal
China-Taiwan separation in Latin America: After Honduras' severing of ties with Taiwan, only Paraguay and 12 other countries now maintain diplomatic ...
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Don’t Panic About Taiwan: Alarm over a Chinese invasion could become a self-fulfilling prophecy.
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How to Out-Deter China: Washington must make Beijing understand the costs of a conflict over Taiwan.
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China's demand met: Honduras breaks off diplomatic ties with Taiwan.: Taiwan loses another diplomatic ally. Honduras wants to establish relations with China ...
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China: Honduras cuts diplomatic ties with Taiwan: The government in Honduras is turning away from Taiwan and towards the People's Republic of China ...
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Honduras forms diplomatic ties with China after Taiwan break | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
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China's demand met: Honduras breaks with Taiwan: The communist People's Republic of China attaches demands to economic relations with Honduras ...
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Spy for China? Employee of AfD top candidate Krah arrested: Another Chinese spy has apparently been arrested in Germany. It is said to be an employee of ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation of Possible Payments from China and Russia to Maximilian Krah
- The General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden has officially initiated investigations against Maximilian Krah due to potential financial flows from Russian and Chinese sources.
- The AfD lead candidate for the European Parliament elections, Maximilian Krah, is the subject of two preliminary investigations at the General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden.
- Towards the end of last year, Krah was questioned by the FBI about possible payments from Kremlin-related sources, allegedly carrying a four-digit sum of money at that time.
- On Monday evening, German authorities arrested Jian G., a close associate of Krah, who is suspected of spying for the Chinese intelligence service in Germany.
Hacker attacks: What China can use stolen data for: China collects personal information on Americans and other foreigners. This data on millions of people helps ...
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Quick Glance: Biden Signs TikTok Ban Bill Into Law, ByteDance Forced to Sell
- After signaling his intention, President Joe Biden signs the foreign aid package including the TikTok ban bill into law.
- The U.S. Senate passes a bill forcing ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban.
- ByteDance has nine months to sell TikTok to comply with the law.
- The U.S. government has been persistent in trying to ban TikTok due to national security concerns.
War in Ukraine: US to send new aid right away, Biden says: The president says weapons and equipment will be sent to Kyiv "in the next few hours" ...
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Everything You Need to Know About the TikTok Ban: Your Questions Answered: President Biden signed a foreign aid bill that includes a ban on TikTok in the US ...
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Quick Glance: Potential Buyers for TikTok Revealed
- The clock is ticking for TikTok to find a new owner. President Joe Biden signed a law that could ban TikTok in the US unless ByteDance sells the app. Possible buyers range from tech companies to retailers and investment bankers.
- Established tech giants like Meta or Google are unlikely buyers due to antitrust hurdles. Large companies with deep pockets face regulatory skepticism, although they could have the resources to purchase TikTok.
- Microsoft, which has shown interest in TikTok in the past, may have another opportunity after successfully navigating antitrust scrutiny with the Activision Blizzard deal. Oracle and former US government officials like Steven Mnuchin are also potential buyers.
- Mnuchin has announced assembling a team of investors to acquire TikTok. His offer, however, might exclude TikTok's algorithm, sparking controversial discussions. Other potential buyers like Kevin O'Leary are also considering acquiring TikTok, with O'Leary suggesting an initial bid between $20 and $30 billion.
EU Raises Stakes With Chinese Medical-Device Probe: Welcome to the Brussels Edition, Bloomberg’s daily briefing on what matters most in the heart of the European ...
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Quick Glance: EU Raises Stakes With Chinese Medical-Device Probe
- The EU launched a probe into Chinese medical-device procurement, prompted by concerns that the government in Beijing unfairly favors domestic suppliers, risking tensions ahead of Xi Jinping's upcoming visit.
- The investigation will collect information from companies and member states and must be concluded within nine months. If it confirms a lack of reciprocity, the EU could restrict Chinese access to its tenders.
- This move follows a decision last year to begin an anti-subsidy probe into electric vehicles made in China, potentially leading to new tariffs by July.
- Chinese leaders have rebutted European and US criticism of market distortion in favor of domestic firms, but doubts persist regarding Beijing's extensive use of public support.
US Says China Moving Too Slowly on Protecting Intellectual Property: The Biden administration called on China to improve its protections of intellectual property ...
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China 'Lower-Tier Cities' Are Attracting More People -- And More Chain Brands
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Inside the China-US Competition for AI Experts: Who’s winning the fight for top-tier AI talent?
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Von Notz in the Bundestag: "AfD is a shame for our country": Fierce exchange of blows in the Bundestag: The Greens are attacking the AfD head-on because of ...
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Quick Glance: AfD and Espionage: Intense Debate in Bundestag
- The Greens criticize the AfD for contacts with Russia and China.
- Von Notz calls the AfD a disgrace and anti-democratic.
- Faeser warns of espionage and criticizes the AfD objectively.
- Employee of AfD's lead candidate Krah arrested for espionage.
If Britain is so bothered by China, why do these .gov.uk sites use Chinese ad brokers?
theregister.com/2024/04/24/ads_on_gov_uk_websites/
Insight: How Volvo landed a cheap Chinese EV on U.S. shores in a trade war: A made-in-China electric vehicle will hit U.S. dealers this summer offering power and ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/how-volvo-landed-cheap-chinese-ev-us-shores-trade-war-2024-04-24/
Taiwan rattled by 6.3 magnitude quake, no immediate reports of damage: A 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan's eastern county of Hualien on Tuesday ...
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Toyota teams up with Tencent for drive into China's EV market: BEIJING -- Toyota Motor said on Thursday that it is forming a strategic alliance with Chinese ...
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Quick Glance: Toyota and Tencent Collaborate for Entry into China's EV Market
- Toyota announces strategic alliance with Tencent to develop artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and big data for electric vehicles in China.
- Japanese automaker Toyota has been facing challenges in the Chinese market due to aggressive pricing and marketing by local competitors.
- Collaboration with Tencent focuses on developing in-car software crucial for next-generation vehicles.
- Demand for electric vehicles in China is rapidly growing, and Toyota aims to accelerate in this sector.
Beijing half marathon winners stripped of medals after African trio let Chinese runner win
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Quick Glance: Scandal at Beijing Half Marathon: 4 Runners Disqualified
- Following an unusual finish at the Beijing Half Marathon, the top finishers were disqualified as three runners from Africa seemingly made way for a Chinese competitor to win.
- The finish line incident caused a commotion, prompting questions about why the three other runners appeared to yield the victory to He.
- Subsequent to the investigation, all four runners were disqualified for the pacemakers deliberately slowing down in the final two kilometers of the race, aiding He's victory.
- Confirmation was provided by the organizers that although Xtep invited Mnangat, Keter, and Hailu as pacemakers, they were mistakenly registered as ordinary competitors.
Bond Demand Evaporates in Taiwan as Inflation Risks Mount: Taiwan’s government bonds are falling out of favor as traders fear stubborn inflation amid a solid ...
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Blinken says genocide in Xinjiang is ongoing in report ahead of China visit: Beijing is continuing to commit genocide and crimes against humanity against Uyghurs ...
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Strong electric car sales expected for 2024, but charging grid needs work: International Energy Agency points out obvious: Infrastructure needs to meet demand
theregister.com/2024/04/24/iea_reports_strong_electric_car_demand/
Quick Glance: New Global Record: Electric and Hybrid Car Sales Surge in 2024
- Electric and plug-in hybrid car sales will reach a new global record in 2024 despite slowing growth in some markets, according to forecasts from the International Energy Agency (IEA).
- The IEA predicted that 17 million battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles will be sold in 2024, up over 20% from 2023.
- The IEA also mentioned that most electric cars are expected to be priced equivalently to petrol cars by 2030 as prices decrease. Tesla recently reduced prices to maintain its market share against strong competition from Chinese rivals like BYD, the world's largest battery electric car producer.
China should have confidence to talk to us, Taiwan's president-elect says: China should have the confidence to talk to Taiwan's legally elected government ...
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We Tested the BYD Seal—the Car That Explains Why Tesla Just Cut Its Prices: A world-class saloon for the people, from China’s biggest name in EVs ...
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Chinese professor at Tokyo university missing after trip home: BEIJING -- A professor at Tokyo's Asia University has gone missing after temporarily ...
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Defense Companies Are Luring Germany’s Struggling Autoworkers
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China's Fake-Fashion Retailers Thrive on TikTok, Reddit, Discord: Eager buyers of Pandabuy’s questionable luxury goods declare they’re done ...
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Huber on ntv Frühstart: "The AfD is a danger for Germany": The top candidate is no longer acceptable, the AfD is a danger to Germany: clear words from CSU ...
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China Forces Apple to Delete WhatsApp, Threads, Signal From Chinese App Store: Apple removes a number of messaging apps from China's iOS App Store ...
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Quick Glance: Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads in China
- Apple removes Meta-owned apps under Chinese government pressure.
- Apps delisted due to 'national security concerns'.
- Chinese users now unable to download Western social media apps.
- Apple faces declining iPhone sales in China despite branding efforts.
Singapore gives top-level briefings to reassure foreign banks on stability: City-state keen to bolster its image as a reliable financial centre at a time of ...
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China's Li Auto cuts car prices in market share battle: Chinese automaker Li Auto on Monday cut prices by around 5% on four of its five models and said it would ...
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EU conducts ‘dawn raid’ on Chinese security equipment supplier: Separate Brussels probe targets Chinese medical market amid growing trade tensions with Beijing
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Telegram founder says China downloads have not fallen since Apple move: Pavel Durov, billionaire founder and CEO of Telegram, said Apple's move last week to ...
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Taiwan happy with US aid package, China objects to arms sales: Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen said on Wednesday she was happy the U.S. Congress had passed a ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/taiwan-happy-with-us-aid-package-china-objects-arms-sales-2024-04-24/
VW staff cuts: Volkswagen pays up to 450,000 euros in severance pay: VW is fueling its job cuts with high severance payments. According to WirtschaftsWoche ...
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Huawei’s new Pura 70 series smartphone poses a threat to iPhone sales in China, say analysts
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FBI chief warns on TikTok as Senate set to back ban: SAN FRANCISCO: As the US Senate prepares to approve a TikTok ban, the FBI chief on Tuesday (Apr 23) ...
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Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil
- The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.
- In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.
- Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'
- San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.
G-7 Warns China Against Aiding Russia in Its War Against Ukraine: Top diplomats from the Group of Seven countries leveled one of their strongest warnings yet ...
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Tesla offers zero down payments on Model 3, Model Y in China: Tesla Inc has offered zero down payments on its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in China ...
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Tesla cuts prices across its line-up in China: Tesla Inc has lowered prices across its line-up in China, according to its official website ...
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Nidec faces market pressure as founder rips 'unfair' China EV war: TOKYO -- Cutthroat competition in China's electric vehicle sector has cast a shadow over ...
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Verstappen also wins in China - fourth victory in the fifth race: The Red Bull driver and world champion for the past three seasons is once again the measure of ...
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Quick Glance: Chinese Grand Prix: Drama for Verstappen's Victory March?
- The Chinese Grand Prix could bring drama to Formula 1, and Red Bull's Max Verstappen isn't a guaranteed winner.
- The track is unknown and coated with thin asphalt, causing uncertain driving conditions.
- McLaren's Lando Norris secured the pole for the sprint race after a rainy qualifying session that challenged drivers.
- Practices revealed unusual names at the top, hinting at an entertaining race ahead.
Germany spying: Far-right party aide held in China spy probe: Prosecutors identify the suspect as Jian G and accuse him of passing information to Chinese ...
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New ASML boss Fouquet must navigate US/China chip war: ASML's new boss Christophe Fouquet faces a tricky balancing act in helping to steer Europe's biggest tech ...
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JPMorgan China names new heads of China securities unit: JPMorgan Chase & Co appoints Lu Fang to chair the board of its China securities arm ...
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China acquired recently banned Nvidia chips in Super Micro, Dell servers, tenders show
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Money from Russia, espionage for China?: The patriotic journeymen of the AfD: Patriotism is different: Germany's far right looks up to the autocrats of this ...
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The Ukraine war is turning into a Sino-American proxy war: Xi Jinping to Olaf Scholz: All countries must have a place at the table, none should be on the menu ...
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China’s Cheap EV Exports to Redraw Global Automaking, IEA Says: China is set to change the map of global automaking by stepping up electric-car exports that will ...
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From footballer to Buddhist monk: Swedish ex-player’s incredible transformation detailed on his Instagram page
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Space travel: Three astronauts launched to the Chinese space station “Tiangong”: The spacecraft “Shenzhou 18” took off from the Gobi Desert late Thursday evening ...
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Tesla cuts prices in China, Germany and around globe after US cuts: Tesla has cut prices in a number of its major markets, including China and Germany ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-cuts-prices-across-its-line-up-china-2024-04-21/
Quick Glance: Tesla: Prices Reduced in Germany - Musk's Strategies
- Tesla lowers prices in Germany to increase inventory and sales.
- Elon Musk addresses price complaints and emphasizes the need for flexible pricing.
- Buyers of Tesla vehicles during expensive phases may face depreciation.
- Tesla implements additional measures to boost sales, such as price cuts in the USA and adjustments in the Supercharger network.
Apple smartphone shipments in China plummet 19% in 2024 : Apple’s challenges in china continue in the first quarter of 2024. The company's smartphone ...
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How does China feed its population? | NZZ: For Xi Jinping, food security is a top priority. But China's dependence on food imports is growing - a risk in the ...
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Blinken eyes US-China ties on visit, but trade, Taiwan, Tiktok mark challenges: U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Shanghai on Wednesday with U.S ...
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Quick Glance: China warns US to Choose Cooperation or Confrontation with Antony Blinken
- Blinken expected to demand Beijing cease support for Russia
- Tensions rise over accusations of China aiding Russia in Ukraine
- US accused of hindering Chinese industrial growth through export controls
- US and China seek to stabilize relations before US election campaign
Russia Is Working on a 128-Core Supercomputing Platform: Report: The country's notoriously ancient computer systems are due for an upgrade.
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US is reviewing risks of China's use of RISC-V chip technology: The U.S. Department of Commerce is reviewing the national security implications of China's work ...
reuters.com/technology/us-is-reviewing-risks-chinas-use-risc-v-chip-technology-2024-04-23/
Australian coach defends Chinese swimming amid doping furore: Australian swimming coach Denis Cotterell has rejected allegations of orchestrated doping in ...
reuters.com/sports/australian-coach-defends-chinese-swimming-amid-doping-furore-2024-04-22/
Online videos show Chinese runner being gifted win in Beijing half-marathon: The winner, He Jia, is a member of China’s marathon team and is a national marathon ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation Launched After Beijing Half Marathon Finish
- Following the finish of the Beijing Half Marathon, the results are now under scrutiny due to the peculiar behavior displayed by three runners from Kenya and Ethiopia.
- A Chinese runner overtook the others, as seen in a recorded livestream of the Beijing Half Marathon. The remaining three runners - Willy Mnangat and Robert Keter from Kenya, and Dejene Hailu from Ethiopia - followed closely behind, with He claiming the first place.
- The organizers of the half-marathon are currently examining the results after a video of the finish circulated online, prompting many to question the intention of the three African runners to slow down.
- The winner secured the first place with a time of 1 hour 3 minutes 44 seconds. Mnangat, Keter, and Hailu shared the second place, one second later.
WADA stands by decision to clear 23 Chinese swimmers for Tokyo Olympics : The world’s top anti-doping regulator says after reviewing a documentary and other ...
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US Senate passes Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan bill; Biden to sign on Wednesday: US president says new weapons shipment could be on its way to Ukraine as soon as this ...
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EU conducts ‘dawn raid’ on Chinese security equipment supplier: Separate Brussels probe targets Chinese medical market amid growing trade tensions with Beijing
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San Francisco mayor announces the city will receive pandas from China: San Francisco is the latest U.S. city preparing to receive a pair of pandas from China ...
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Quick Glance: San Francisco to Receive Pandas from China
- San Francisco is set to be the next U.S. city to welcome a pair of pandas from China as part of the 'panda diplomacy' program between Washington and Beijing.
- Mayor London Breed announced that the San Francisco Zoo has been chosen to house the giant pandas.
- The city has been working closely with Chinese and Asian and Pacific Islander communities to strengthen the existing cultural connection.
- China Wildlife Conservation Association (CWCA) will collaborate with city officials to prepare for the pandas' arrival in 2025 and establish technical standards for their conservation.
Shenzhou-18 caps over two decades of Chinese human spaceflight: China will send three astronauts into low-Earth orbit on Thursday in the country's 13th crewed ...
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Chinese scientists increase F-22 fighter jet’s radar signature 60,000 times with new detection method: study
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Humble China street vendor makes sacrifices to support academically gifted daughters who gain PhD and master’s degree
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Massive river flooding expected in China's Guangdong, threatening millions
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Quick Glance: Massive Flooding Threatens Millions in China's Guangdong
- Major rivers, waterways, and reservoirs in China's Guangdong province are at risk of dangerous floods, putting over 127 million people in jeopardy.
- Local weather officials highlighted the severity of the situation, with certain river sections experiencing rare spikes in water levels, prompting emergency responses.
- The province has been hit by heavy rainfall and strong winds due to severe convective weather, affecting various parts of China in recent weeks.
- Reports of flooding, evacuations, power outages, and school closures have emerged, signaling the need for emergency preparedness and relief efforts to mitigate the impact of the flooding.
Australia increases defence spending by $32bn in response to China build-up: Labor government commits to spending rises to pay for Aukus and long-range missile ...
ft.com/content/a5ba1e78-92e7-4cd5-9bad-327e4358b1b4
Micron secures $13bn in US support to expand chipmaking capacity: Idaho-based memory chipmaker is latest beneficiary of funding from 2022 Chips Act
ft.com/content/084c5cce-3734-4c28-8cab-ee1ecaa7e402
RIP, SSF: Unpacking the PLA’s Latest Restructuring: The Strategic Support Force is no more, and its functions are being separated into three separate arms: the ...
thediplomat.com/2024/04/rip-ssf-unpacking-the-plas-latest-restructuring/
US and Philippines launch Balikatan joint military drills in South China Sea: Annual exercises will include coast guard at forefront of recent clashes with ...
ft.com/content/fbbf8d67-0c67-4e3a-b590-15438bfc5202
This solar giant is moving manufacturing back to the US: Tariffs and IRA tax incentives are starting to reshape global supply chains—but vast challenges lie ...
technologyreview.com/2024/04/23/1091665/canadian-solar-ira-manufacturing-us/
Tesla cuts prices in China, Germany and around globe after US cuts: Tesla has cut prices in a number of its major markets, including China and Germany ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-cuts-prices-across-its-line-up-china-2024-04-21/
Quick Glance: Tesla responds to declining sales with global price reductions
- Tesla has lowered prices in various key markets, including China and Germany, to address the declining sales and increasing price competition for electric vehicles.
- The recent price reductions come in light of a decrease in Tesla's global vehicle deliveries in the first quarter, marking the first time in nearly four years.
- The starting price of the revamped Model 3 in China was reduced by 14,000 yuan to 231,900 yuan. Similarly, in Germany, the price of the rear-wheel-drive Model 3 was decreased from 42,990 euros to 40,990 euros.
- In addition to the mentioned price cuts, there were reductions in many other countries across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Prices for the Model Y, Model X, and Model S vehicles in the US were decreased by $2,000. Moreover, Tesla slashed the price of its Full Self-Driving Software in the US from $12,000 to $8,000.
'We are showing Putin...,' US Senate clears $95bn aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
wionews.com/world/we-are-showing-putin-us-senate-clears-95bn-aid-for-ukraine-israel-and-taiwan-714367
Philippines says decision to strengthen ties with Japan, US a 'sovereign choice': The Philippines' decision to ramp up ties with Japan and the United States is a ...
reuters.com/world/philippines-says-decision-strengthen-ties-with-japan-us-sovereign-choice-2024-04-18/
Russia's Nornickel moves closer to biggest buyer with plan for copper plant in China
reuters.com/markets/commodities/russias-nornickel-move-copper-plant-china-ceo-tells-interfax-2024-04-22/
Maldives election: Voting begins in parliamentary polls: Maldivians are voting in parliamentary elections, in a ballot crucial for President Mohamed Muizzu ...
apnews.com/article/maldives-parliament-election-india-china-7b4dad89b4c99fe564c02e2286564c24
Quick Glance: Pro-China Party Secures Overwhelming Victory in Maldives Election
- President Mohamed Muizzu's PNC party wins by a landslide in Sunday's election, gaining control of parliament with a supermajority.
- The PNC, with three additional seats from allies, secures 70 out of 93 seats, signaling a shift towards China from India.
- Official results confirmation is expected soon, with the new assembly set to take office in early May.
- The election serves as a pivotal moment for Muizzu's agenda of closer economic ties with China following his previous win in the presidential election.
Taiwan to discuss new arms funding with US as Chinese warplanes again near island
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Russia is in third place: Ukraine war pushes global military spending to all-time high
n-tv.de/politik/Ukraine-Krieg-treibt-weltweite-Militaerausgaben-auf-Hoechststand-article24890574.html
China coastguard blocks Philippines vessels as maritime tension grows: Incident just days after Washington reiterated its security ties to Manila
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