Chinese jets fly sorties over Taiwan strait in show of force as US delegation departs
Taiwan reported Chinese warplanes activity despite US-China talks. Blinken emphasized peace and stability in the Taiwan strait, warning China against supporting the Russian defense industry. [ more ]
Why Iran and Russia can dodge Western sanctions DW 04/26/2024
Iranian oil is being shipped to China despite sanctions, rebranded through Malaysia; Iran uses UAE to bypass sanctions; Russia uses Central Asia to circumvent embargoes. [ more ]
Why Russia and Iran can dodge Western sanctions DW 04/26/2024
Iranian oil is being shipped to China in record volumes despite existing sanctions, with rebranding through Malaysia and using the UAE to evade restrictions. [ more ]
G7 countries slam Chinese firms' support for Russia's defence industry
Chinese businesses transferring materials to Russia for weapons production in Ukraine is concerning to G7 foreign ministers, urging pressure on China. [ more ]
Ukraine seeks air defenses, nuclear plant endangered, allegations of Chinese support to Russia, aid to Ukraine delayed, Russian jailed for cooperating with a foreign state. [ more ]
Will a wildly popular app become a casualty of the new cold war between China and the U.S.? | CBC News
TikTok is facing the threat of being banned in the U.S. due to a provision in a national-security bill targeting apps controlled by foreign adversaries. [ more ]
Private Revolutions by Yuan Yang review an intimate account of how China is changing
Yuan Yang's book explores the lives of four women from her generation in China, showing their diverse paths to success amidst sociopolitical change. [ more ]
The San Francisco Zoo will receive a pair of pandas from China
San Francisco will be hosting a pair of pandas for the first time, continuing China's 'panda diplomacy' for conservation and international relations. [ more ]
China emphasizes the need for further preparation before the Ukraine peace conference in Switzerland, highlighting the importance of diplomatic resolution and equal participation of all parties. [ more ]
China launches a new crew to its space station, advancing toward lunar mission
China launched Shenzhou-18 carrying astronauts to live and work on homemade space station, part of ambitious space program with implications for U.S. [ more ]
Aide to German far-right MEP arrested on suspicion of spying for China
A German national, working as an aide to a far-right MEP, was accused of spying for a Chinese intelligence service, raising concerns over Chinese espionage in Europe. [ more ]
The TikTok ban clears key hurdle while Perplexity AI continues to shake up search | TechCrunch
The US Senate passed a bill to force a sale or ban TikTok, amidst challenges with China. Positive news includes European AI startups and funding expansions. [ more ]
A.I. Leaders Press Advantage With Congress as China Tensions Rise
Silicon Valley leaders are lobbying for their interests in artificial intelligence amid the tech and economic cold war between the US and China.
Tech executives are seeking to influence A.I. regulations, increase government spending on A.I. technology, and relax immigration restrictions for A.I. experts. [ more ]
China and Indonesia Call for Immediate and Lasting Ceasefire in Gaza
China and Indonesia jointly call for a cease-fire in Gaza, emphasizing the importance of resolving the Palestinian issue through a two-state solution. [ more ]
Germany Arrests Lawmaker's Aide on Suspicion of Spying for China
A German European Parliament aide was arrested for spying for China; potential espionage threat; serious allegations against European democracy. [ more ]
German chancellor urges Chinese industry bosses to play fair in EU market
Chancellor of Germany calls for fair trade practices, including no dumping, overproduction, or infringement of intellectual property rights in China-Europe relations. [ more ]
The Galaxy C55 features a 6.7" OLED display, 50 MP main camera, and fast 45W wired charging, available with distinct leather-finish back panels. [ more ]
US House passes bill that could ban TikTok DW 04/21/2024
The US House of Representatives passed a bill that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the US if it doesn't divest from its Chinese parent company ByteDance. [ more ]
Biden, Competing With Trump to Be Tough on China, Calls for Steel Tariffs
President Biden announced plans to increase tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum, aiming to protect American workers and ensure fair competition. [ more ]
China and Russia are reportedly supporting Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign by promoting conspiracy theories and attacking President Biden online.
Beijing is showing a potential tactical shift in attempting to influence U.S. politics by targeting specific candidates like Biden and favoring Trump. [ more ]
Far fewer young Americans now want to study in China. Both countries are trying to fix that
U.S. students discouraged from studying in China due to restrictive COVID-19 policies, academic freedom concerns, and strained relations, impacting educational exchange opportunities negatively. [ more ]
Whooping Cough Is Surging in China With Tens of Thousands of Cases and Over a Dozen Deaths
Whooping cough cases surged 20-fold in China in early 2024 compared to 2023, underscoring the risk of the highly contagious respiratory disease.
Vaccine-induced immunity against whooping cough tends to wane as kids reach adolescence, and China does not mandate or provide booster shots to shore up immunity. [ more ]
The Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act could lead to a ban on TikTok.
The bipartisan support for the bill shows a willingness to address concerns about social media, although the bill itself is viewed as scapegoating China. [ more ]
France presses China on trade and Ukraine ahead of upcoming Xi Jinping visit
French foreign minister addresses trade issues and Ukraine war with Chinese counterpart before Xi Jinping's visit.
Concerns raised by European officials regarding low-priced Chinese electric vehicles, disruptions in production, and need to investigate subsidies for Chinese auto exporters. [ more ]