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After Russian doping decision, the U.S. suddenly has 9 new Olympic golden medalists
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After Russian doping decision, the U.S. suddenly has 9 new Olympic golden medalists
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Top Argentine Officials to Meet PBOC Governor Next Week: Argentina’s Central Bank President Santiago Bausili and Finance Secretary Pablo Quirno are scheduled to ...
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Beijing half marathon: Organisers investigating controversial finish: Organisers of the Beijing half marathon will investigate allegations that three African ...
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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.
China warns Antony Blinken US must choose between ‘co-operation or confrontation’
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Quick Glance: Xi and Blinken Clash Over China's Backing to Russia
- Xi orders China’s biggest military reorganisation since 2015.
- He emphasizes that China is not afraid of competition as long as it is based on common progress.
- China is willing to cooperate with the US, provided it is mutual.
- A five-point consensus was reached to stabilize relations between the two countries.
China warns US of rising ‘negative factors’ in bilateral ties: World is watching to see if rivalry will ‘break out into conflict’, foreign minister Wang Yi tells ...
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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 Secretary of State Antony Blinken snapped up a Taylor Swift album along with one by classic Chinese rocker Dou Wei during an unexpected detour to a Beijing ...
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Xiaomi locks in over 75,000 orders for SU7 car, targets over 10,000 deliveries in June
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Beijing auto show welcomes world as China's carmakers aim to conquer it: HONG KONG -- Beijing's premier automobile exhibition is back after a four-year ...
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Beijing half marathon: Top three stripped of medals after investigation: The top three finishers of the Beijing half marathon are stripped of their medals after ...
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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.
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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Beijing auto show: Themes and highlights: China's largest auto show opened in Beijing with the biggest names showing off their latest electric vehicles (EVs) ...
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China’s $700 Billion Offshore Bond Market Put to Test: A Beijing court case may have far reaching implications for international creditors in the country
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Bill that would potentially ban TikTok clears US Congress: The legislation would ban the social media app if it is unable to find a new owner in the next few ...
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Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
Nothing off the table in US response to China overcapacity, Yellen says: The Biden administration is not taking any options off the table to respond to China's ...
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China Industry Has Lowest Capacity Utilization Since Covid Hit: China’s factories used less of their potential in the first quarter than at any time since the ...
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China to host Palestinian groups Hamas and Fatah for unity talks: BEIJING/CAIRO (Reuters) -- China will host Palestinian unity talks between Islamist militant ...
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Europe Hits China With Medical Devices Probe Ahead of Xi’s Visit: The European Union launched an investigation into China’s procurement of medical devices ...
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Philippines, US troops begin annual combat drills : Nearly 17,000 Filipino and American troops will begin a three-week joint combat training exercise in the ...
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Espionage affair: China rejects accusations from Germany as pure invention: Beijing doesn't want to let the espionage accusations slide and is stepping up the ...
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Blinken meets Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Beijing: U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing on Friday for talks ...
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EU Set to Launch China Probe on Medical Device Procurement: The European Union is set to launch an investigation into China’s procurement of medical devices ...
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Cases of suspected Chinese espionage in Europe: The arrest in Germany of a European Parliament aide on suspicion of "especially severe" espionage for China is ...
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German Leader Scholz Warns China Over Dumping, Overcapacity Echoing US: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz instructed Chinese officials to promote free trade and ...
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Quick Glance: Scholz Organizes Crisis Diplomacy in China
- Scholz condemns Iran's attacks on Israel and plans crisis communication with G7 partners.
- China trip focusing on economy and geopolitical role, despite dilemma in relations.
- Business delegation accompanies Scholz, de-risking in other countries, export wave heading towards Germany.
- Scholz aims to influence China regarding Ukraine conflict and Iran crisis, despite existing dependencies.
Beijing auto show: Foreign automakers eager for Chinese partners: Global automakers including Volkswagen and Toyota came to this year's Beijing auto show looking ...
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China's largest auto show showcases all-electric future, local brands dominate: China's largest auto show opened in Beijing on Thursday with the biggest names ...
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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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China’s GDP jumps 5.3% in first quarter: Growth rate beats expectations as Beijing tries to steer manufacturing-led economic revival
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BYD unveils third ultra-luxury model under Yangwang brand: Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD unveiled the U7, its third ultra-luxury model under the Yangwang ...
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Banning TikTok would hit China’s tech ambitions and deepen the global digital divide
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Quick Glance: TikTok Ban Threat: ByteDance Prefers Closure Over Sale, Insiders Say
- ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, would prefer to shut down its loss-making app rather than sell it if all legal options to fight legislation to ban the platform from app stores in the US are exhausted, said four sources.
- TikTok accounts for a small share of ByteDance’s total revenues and daily active users, so the parent would rather have the app shut down in the US in a worst-case scenario than sell it to a potential American buyer, they said.
- ByteDance would not agree to sell one of its most valuable assets – its “secret source” – to rivals, said the four sources, referring to the TikTok algorithm.
- After facing challenges regarding bans, the short-form video app has encountered partial and attempted prohibitions in the US and other nations.
Chinese EV battery maker CATL unveils LFP battery with 1,000 km range: Chinese electric vehicle (EV) battery maker CATL on Thursday unveiled a lithium iron ...
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No Substitute for Victory: America’s Competition With China Must Be Won, Not Managed
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Blinken to meet businesses in Shanghai as he kicks off a tough China trip: U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will meet business leaders in Shanghai on ...
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Chinese automakers show off AI-powered 'smartphones on wheels': BEIJING -- XPeng, Geely and other Chinese automakers are showing off innovative new ...
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China’s Alternative Order: And What America Should Learn From It: And what America should learn from it.
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Huawei's smart car tech offers automakers route to China sales: It's taken Huawei just four years to become a force in smart car technology ...
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Rhys McClenaghan wins third European pommel horse gold : 24-year-old retains his European crown months out from the Paris Olympics with a score of 15.300
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Quick Glance: McClenaghan secures European title once again
- Rhys McClenaghan successfully defended his European Championship pommel horse title, clinching the gold medal at the competition held in Rimini, Italy.
- Displaying an impressive performance in his final routine, McClenaghan achieved a score of 15.300, securing the top spot ahead of Loran De Munck from the Netherlands and Cypriot Marios Georgiou, who unexpectedly claimed the bronze.
- Executing a routine with a difficulty level of 6.5, the Irish gymnast received a notable execution score of 8.8, concluding his performance with a remarkable dismount and no penalties incurred.
- This marks the third occasion where McClenaghan has triumphed in the European Championship, successfully defending the title he attained in Antalya in 2023 and also previously in 2018.
China stands by economic data, says defence spending 'transparent': China defended the veracity of its economic numbers and asserted its military spending was ...
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China passes tariff law as tensions with trading partners simmer: China on Friday passed a law leaving its biggest trade partners in no doubt that it can hit ...
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Why China risks US sanctions arming Russia: Survival: US secretary of state Antony Blinken fired a warning salvo toward China during a G7 foreign ministers’ ...
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Employee of AfD top candidate Krah arrested in Dresden: The employee of AfD MEP Maximilian Krah, who was arrested on suspicion of spying for China ...
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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.
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Beijing Xinzhida Neurotechnology, a Chinese state-backed company, unveiled a brain chip similar to the technology developed by Elon Musk's startup Neuralink
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Xi Hosts Ex-Taiwan Leader in Beijing for Landmark Meeting: Chinese leader Xi Jinping met former Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou in Beijing, a rare act of ...
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Quick Glance: Xi emphasizes historical trend of reunion with Taiwan
- Chinese President Xi Jinping met with former Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou and stated that outside influence cannot prevent the "family" reunion between Beijing and Taipei.
- Xi highlighted dialogue between the two sides, emphasizing that all issues can be discussed.
- Beijing sees the self-ruled island as a province that must be reunited with mainland China, not ruling out the use of force to assert its claims on Taiwan.
- Tensions across the Taiwan Strait are escalating, with Xi stressing that both sides are Chinese and that all issues can be discussed without separation.
Chinese half-marathon gold medalist stripped after African runners slowed: Video: Beijing's half-marathon gold medalist He Jie disqualified after three runners ...
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Beijing auto show: Themes and highlights: China's largest auto show opened in Beijing with the biggest names showing off their latest electric vehicles (EVs) ...
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Auto China: China's car manufacturers play in a different league: Car manufacturers from Europe want to prove at the “Auto China” trade fair in Beijing that they ...
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Chinese Stocks Advance as Beijing Renews Regulatory Support: Chinese stocks gained Monday as renewed regulatory support from Beijing shielded the market from a ...
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Xi Jinping tightens grip on China’s military with new information warfare unit : Beijing launches restructuring of armed forces as it challenges US dominance in ...
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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.
Beijing powers up into car wars battleground: The Beijing Auto Show, the first since the pandemic, will be a battleground. Foreign automakers from Tesla to ...
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Indonesia Calls On China to Help Cool Middle East Tensions: Indonesia urged China to use its influence to prevent an escalation of tensions in the Middle East ...
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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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Bloomberg: Blinken to warn Beijing over support for Russia in upcoming trip to China
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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 ...
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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.
China coastguard blocks Philippines vessels as maritime tension grows: Incident just days after Washington reiterated its security ties to Manila
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Where king dollar is causing pain the most: A dollar surge propelled by a strong economy, sticky inflation and geopolitical tensions have unnerved policymakers ...
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Top US diplomat back in China seeking pressure but also stability : US Secretary of State Antony Blinken returned Wednesday to China on his second ...
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Wang warns Blinken that negatives in U.S.-China ties are 'building': HONG KONG/TOKYO -- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the need to avoid ...
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Hong Kong, China and a footballing dilemma: Hong Kong, China and a footballing dilemma
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Chinese Buyers Cancel Corn Shipments as Beijing Supports Farmers: Chinese buyers are canceling corn shipments as they seek to comply with new government measures ...
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US business group says policy ‘inconsistency’ hurting China investment: AmCham China highlights concerns about lack of regulatory clarity as Beijing seeks to ...
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Japan’s decision to convert two warships into aircraft carriers instils fears in Beijing
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China envoy calls on U.S. to define 'national security boundaries': WASHINGTON -- China's ambassador to the U.S. has called out Washington ...
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Bill to ban TikTok in US moves ahead in Congress: China denies criticism that TikTok is subservient to Beijing and a conduit to spread propaganda.
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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.
China slams US claims it is fuelling Ukraine war - World News: China condemned on Tuesday as "groundless accusations" U.S. claims that Beijing was ...
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Mercedes says it will continue to invest in China tie-ups: Mercedes Benz's China chief said on Thursday the company would continue to invest in tie-ups with ...
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Japan Inc makes a renewed U.S. push as China fears mount: Japanese companies are increasingly hitching their growth plans to the United States ...
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Bill to ban TikTok in US clears Congress: The measure now heads to President Joe Biden’s desk.
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China's US envoy urges cooperation, cites 'severe' challenges: China's ambassador to the United States urged the two superpowers to cooperate on improving ...
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China relied on extrajudicial means to force thousands of fugitives to repatriate, human rights activists say - ICIJ
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Quick Glance: China's Illegal Tactics for Repatriating Fugitives
- Over the past decade, China has forcibly repatriated more than 12,000 fugitives to combat corruption, according to a human rights group report.
- Under Xi Jinping's government, China heavily relied on extrajudicial methods like kidnappings, harassment, and intimidation to 'persuade' and coerce Chinese nationals in over 120 countries to return.
- 'Fox Hunt' and 'Sky Net' operations aim at repressing Chinese nationals abroad, including activists, journalists, and religious minorities.
- The Chinese government uses persuasion methods to compel suspects to return, bypassing host countries' legal systems, leading to international resistance.
China creates 'Information Support Force' to improve networked defence capabilities
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Biden to warn Beijing against meddling in South China Sea: Rusting hulk of Philippine vessel Sierra Madre grounded on disputed reef has become potential US-China ...
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Quick Glance: China conducts military drills in South China Sea amid US-led exercises
- China conducted military 'combat patrols' Sunday in the disputed South China Sea, while joint drills by the Philippines, the United States, Japan, and Australia were ongoing.
- The announcement came one day after defense chiefs from four countries, including the Philippines, stated they would conduct joint drills in the area on Sunday.
- Beijing's People's Liberation Army (PLA) Southern Theater Command mentioned organizing 'joint naval and air combat patrols in the South China Sea'.
- Further details about the Chinese military activities in the waterway on Sunday were not disclosed.
Biden to warn on Beijing's South China Sea moves in Philippines-Japan summit: Long-simmering tensions between China and its neighbors will be in the spotlight on ...
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Quick Glance: Biden emphasizes US support for Philippines and Japan
- President Joe Biden reinforced the unwavering U.S. defense commitment to Pacific allies.
- The Philippines and China have faced repeated confrontations in the disputed South China Sea.
- The White House highlighted the significance of the first-ever trilateral summit with Japan and the Philippines as a response to China's attempts at "intimidation".
- The United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan announced joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific for 2025.
Apple Says It Was Ordered to Pull WhatsApp From China App Store: Apple said it removed WhatsApp and Threads in its China app offerings Friday on Beijing’s orders ...
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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.
Scholz to Hold Talks Next Week With China’s Xi in Beijing: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will hold talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on April 16 ...
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China backs M'sia in pursuing its development, role in global arena: Beijing committed to deepen mutually beneficial cooperation between both countries - Wang.
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Olympics 2024: A guide to the Paris Games with 100 days to go including dates, venues & prize money
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Quick Glance: Paris Olympics Flame Lit in Greek Cradle Amid Weather Challenges
- Despite the absence of Apollo, the flame for the Paris Olympics was ignited at the site of the ancient games in southern Greece on Tuesday.
- A backup flame was used as cloudy skies prevented the traditional lighting, where an actress dressed as an ancient Greek priestess typically uses the sun to ignite a silver torch.
- The flame will be carried by torchbearers from Olympia for over 5000 kilometers through Greece before being handed over to the Paris Games organizers in Athens on April 26.
- The Belem, a French three-masted sailing ship, will transport the Olympic flame from Greece to Marseille, arriving on May 8 after visiting the historic site of Olympia.
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