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The Latest Breaking News from Beijing

‘Two sessions’: China sets 5 percent growth target, boosts military budget

Beijing sets one of its lowest targets in decades amid property crisis, slowing exports and population decline.

Al Jazeera

China's Leaders To Set Growth Goals As Economic Woes Mount

China is set to unveil some of its lowest growth targets in decades when top Communist Party officials begin an annual meeting Tuesday, as the world's second largest economy faces dire headwinds.

International Business Times

China's Economy Of 'Great Concern' As Annual Political Meeting To Kick Off

China's annual political conclave kicks off in Beijing on Monday, with officials saying the flagging economy and youth unemployment are of "great concern" as they lay out plans for the coming year.

International Business Times

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Asian Stocks Rise On US Gains Ahead Of Key China Policy Meeting

Asian markets mostly rose Monday following US gains and ahead of a Chinese legislative session where Beijing's annual growth target and other key policies will be announced.

International Business Times

Philippines Foreign Minister Urges China: 'Stop Harassing Us'

Philippine foreign minister Enrique Manalo told AFP on Monday that his country wants to solve maritime disputes with China peacefully -- but delivered a simple message to Beijing: "stop harassing us".

International Business Times

Money, power and the peril of courting Chinese nationalism

Nationalism in China has been invoked for political ends and financial gains, but it is also a destructive force.

Al Jazeera

Will Australia turn to France for backup amid Pacific arms race?

As Australia announces plans to double its naval fleet and boost defence spending, the country is also looking to France to help counter China's expanding influence in the Asia-Pacific region.

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China's Manufacturing Contracts For Fifth Consecutive Month

China's manufacturing sector contracts for the fifth month, while non-manufacturing PMI rises. Efforts to boost economy show limited impact. Beijing to foc...

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Beijing Implements Measures To Support Flailing Chinese Stock Markets

China's crackdown on private sector activities to stabilize stock markets raises concerns for long-term implications.

International Business Times

Tuvalu Names New PM, Taiwan Says Ties 'Everlasting'

Taiwan said it received assurances from Tuvalu's new prime minister Monday that ties were "everlasting", scotching rumours that the Pacific island nation was poised to flip alliances to Beijing.

The Guardian - US

Hackers for sale: what we’ve learned from China’s enormous cyber leak

Data from cyber security firm I-Soon offers a rare glimpse in to the inner workings of China’s hacking program

International Business Times

US-China Economic Flashpoints At A Glance

From a trade imbalance to technological competition, a host of economic flashpoints are boosting tensions between Washington and Beijing -- and these are among areas in which both Republicans and Democrats can agree.

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Culture, democracy and clout: why three Pacific countries are sticking with Taiwan

Tuvalu, Palau and the Marshall Islands hold diplomatic ties with Taiwan despite pressure from China to switch sides

WEKU

China is mostly quiet on Houthi attacks in the Red Sea

China's charting its own course, distancing itself from the U.S. in the Middle East, refusing to condemn the Houthis and looking to capitalize on ties with regional players to help solve the crisis.

International Business Times

US Congressional Support For Taiwan 'Extremely Strong', Says Lawmaker

The chairman of the US House of Representatives committee on China said Thursday that support in his country's legislature for Taiwan was "extremely strong", after a meeting with the self-ruled island's top leadership.

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Olympic Hockey Stars Transition To NHL Success

Discover how the 2022 Beijing Olympics impacted NHL player transitions and comebacks, fostering growth and resilience.

The Guardian - UK

China needs to do more on ‘silent crisis’ of debt, says World Bank official

Beijing must be more ready to support countries facing distress, says deputy chief economist

International Business Times

Beijing Crushing Tibetans, Exiled Political Leader Says

As Tibetans prepare to mark 65 years since a failed uprising against Chinese rule and questions loom over the Dalai Lama's successor, the diaspora's elected leader said Beijing is crushing his people.

The Guardian - UK

Taiwan chases Chinese coastguard boat from frontline islands as tensions rise

Taiwan’s coastguard said it will continue to use surveillance and patrols amid escalating dispute after fatal capsizing last week

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