beijing - Briefly

US lawmaker says China 'bullying' Taiwan DW 02/22/2024

US Representative Mike Gallagher led a delegation to Taipei to meet Taiwan's leadership.

The visit aims to deepen ties between the US and Taiwan for peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Chinese Coast Guard boards Taiwan tourist boat, triggers panic

Increased patrols near Taiwan's Kinmen Islands by Beijing following Chinese fishermen's deaths.

Panicked reactions in Taiwan after Chinese Coast Guard officials briefly boarded a Taiwanese cruise ship near Kinmen Islands. [ more ]

WSJ

Right-wing politics

Peace and Prosperity in the Taiwan Strait Still Have a Chance

Taiwan's independence-leaning Democratic Progressive Party won an unprecedented consecutive third term in the presidency.

The victory could lead to more tensions with Beijing, which claims Taiwan but does not rule it. [ more ]

Washington Post

After attempts to meddle in Taiwan's elections fail, China takes stock

Taiwanese voters have elected Lai Ching-te as president, signalling their rejection of a leader who will be submissive to China.

Beijing is concerned about its ability to bring Taiwan under its control following Lai's victory, which gives the ruling Democratic Progressive Party an unprecedented third term. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Taiwan election: global leaders draw Beijing's ire for congratulating new president

Global leaders congratulate Lai Ching-te on winning Taiwan's presidential election, praising the high turnout and democratic process.

Beijing is angered by Lai's victory and continues to assert that Taiwan is part of its territory. [ more ]

www.france24.com

Taiwan tells China to 'face reality', respect election results

Taiwanese voters chose pro-sovereignty candidate Lai Ching-te as president, defying Beijing's warnings.

Beijing, which claims Taiwan as its territory, responded to Lai's victory saying it would not change the "inevitable trend of China's reunification". [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Vote counting starts in key Taiwan election amid threats from China

Taiwan's presidential election took place under the shadow of threats from China, which claims the island as its own.

The election is closely watched by Beijing and Washington as they compete for influence in the region. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Taiwan election 2024: Polls close in key presidential vote DW 01/13/2024

Vote counting has begun in Taiwan's parliamentary and presidential election.

China has vowed to "firmly crush" attempts at "Taiwan independence." [ more ]

Washington Post

4 months ago

Taiwan's election explained: What's at stake, and how will China react?

China's leader, Xi Jinping, has been warning that Beijing's rule over Taiwan is inevitable, raising the prospect of a conflict that could involve the United States.

The front-runner for Taiwan's presidency, Lai Ching-te, is from the independence-leaning Democratic Progressive Party, signaling a clear rebuke of closer ties with China if he wins.

China has displayed its displeasure by surrounding Taiwan with fighter jets and warships, and has engaged in psychological warfare by sending balloons towards the island. [ more ]

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www.aljazeera.com

1 week ago

Rival Palestinian groups Fatah and Hamas meet in China

Beijing hosted talks between rival Palestinian groups Fatah and Hamas for reconciliation.

China supports Palestinian factions in achieving reconciliation and solidarity through dialogue. [ more ]

News

1 month ago

Artificial intelligence

China Focus: China accelerates AI development to build AI innovation center

China aims to become a major global AI innovation center by 2030 with a significant industry scale.

Local governments in China, particularly Beijing, are actively promoting AI development through talent resources and policy measures. [ more ]

www.dw.com

1 month ago

Law

Hong Kong tightens control with new national security law DW 03/19/2024

Hong Kong passes a new national security law mirroring Beijing's measures to crackdown on dissent.

The new law aims to outlaw activities like treason, sabotage, sedition, and espionage to safeguard national security. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

1 month ago

Marketing

The Big Dilemma Facing ByteDance's U.S. Investors

Beijing opposes TikTok deal

Steven Mnuchin potential bidder for TikTok [ more ]

designboom | architecture & design magazine

Design

jiejie studio transforms cluttered beijing hutong into luminous workspace

A cluttered courtyard transformed into a modern office with a nautical theme

Design focused on creating a tranquil and inspiring workspace environment [ more ]

designboom | architecture & design magazine

Design

tiny cafe by B.L.U.E. architecture studio pops out amidst traditional marketplace in beijing

B.L.U.E. Architecture Studio designed a compact café in Beijing that blends modernity with the traditional marketplace.

The café's design aims to revitalize the community and connect with the urban environment, sparking conversations about street life and urban connectivity. [ more ]

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