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Chinese grumble about Beijing's decision to hike the retirement age: 'I'll just have to bear the three extra years of work'

"Don't feel too sad, everyone; in 15 years, the retirement age will probably be raised again," one Chinese netizen wrote.

Fortune

China Defence Minister Calls For 'Negotiation' To End Ukraine, Gaza Wars

Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun said Friday that "negotiation" was the only solution to conflicts such as the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, as he addressed a global gathering of military officials in Beijing.

International Business Times

US House Approves Bills To Counter China's Influence

U.S. House passes bills to counter China's influence through technology, espionage, farmland, and diplomacy.

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US House clears a largely bipartisan package of bills to counter China

The U.S. House this week approved a sweeping package of bills to counter China’s influence

The Independent UK

China's Xi Jinping to visit Russia next month for the BRICS summit

Chinese leader Xi Jinping will visit Russia next month for a summit of the BRICS bloc of developing economies, China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi confirmed Thursday, a move that comes as Moscow and Beijing seek to counter the West’s global influence

The Independent UK

Spain's PM urges EU to drop proposed tariffs on Chinese-made EVs

As the EU prepares to impose additional, heavy tariffs on Chinese-made electric cars, Spain's prime minister has called on both sides to find a compromise to avoid a trade war. Pedro Sanchez made the comments during a trip to Beijing where he met President Xi Jinping. Plus, the British government…

France 24

China Will 'Crush' Foreign Encroachment In South China Sea: Military Official

China will "crush" any foreign incursion into its sovereign territory including in the South China Sea, a senior Beijing military official said Thursday on the sidelines of a defence forum.

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Understanding risks for Australia of China’s slowing economy is Chalmers’ top priority at upcoming Beijing talks

When Treasurer Jim Chalmers travels to Beijing later this month, he and his counterpart at China’s peak economic agency, the National Development and Reform Commission, won’t be short on important topics to discuss.

The Conversation

US House Passes Bill Threatening Hong Kong's Representative Offices

The U.S. House passes a bill affecting Hong Kong's offices in America, sparking reactions from Hong Kong and Beijing.

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East Timor Says Australia Pipeline Deal To Be Struck By November

East Timor President Jose Ramos-Horta said on Wednesday a deal with Australia on a vast fossil fuel project seen as crucial to the tiny nation's economic future will be struck by November.

International Business Times

With China seeking AI dominance, Taiwan’s efforts to slow neighbor’s access to advanced chips needs support from the West

Tensions between China, Taiwan and the U.S. aren’t limited to aerial military maneuvers and drills on the high seas. The shadow conflict is also playing out in the technological arena.

The Conversation

China is no longer the 'undisputed leader' in attracting foreign investment as European companies look elsewhere

The European Chamber of Commerce in China says India, Indonesia and even smaller countries like Malaysia now compete with world's second largest economy.

Fortune

New Silk Road: Laos border town of Boten becomes Chinese enclave

In April 2023, the Boten-Vientiane line in Laos welcomed its first passengers. This high-speed train, a symbol of Beijing’s New Silk Road initiative, connects the Laotian capital Vientiane to southern China in just a few hours. A vital commercial artery, it has opened up Laos, the region's only landlocked country.…

France 24

China to train thousands of overseas law enforcement officers to create ‘more fair’ world order

Minister for public security made comments at forum that is part of efforts by ruling Communist party to position itself as a global security leader

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International Business Times

Spain PM Urges EU To 'Reconsider' China EV Tariffs Plan

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said Wednesday the European Union should "reconsider" a plan to impose tariffs of up to 36 percent on Chinese electric cars, calling for a "compromise" between the economic powerhouses.

International Business Times

US Military Warns Beijing Against 'Dangerous' South China Sea Moves In Talks

A senior US military official warned his Chinese counterpart against Beijing's "dangerous" moves in the South China Sea during the first talks of their kind between the commanders.

International Business Times

Senior China, US Military Officials Hold 'In-depth' Talks

Senior military officials from China and the United States held "in-depth" talks on Tuesday, Beijing's defence ministry said.

International Business Times

Spain's Sanchez Urges Negotiated Solution To China-EU Trade Tensions

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez called for "a negotiated solution" at the World Trade Organisation (WTO) to end a stand-off between Beijing and the European Union.

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China’s new strategy in Africa: is the continent getting a fair deal?

China has unveiled a bold new strategy to deepen its influence in Africa – with mixed reactions over whether the continent will truly benefit. At the close of the latest China-Africa cooperation forum, Beijing presented an elaborate proposal to boost African development while securing its own strategic foothold.

International Business Times

Spain's PM Meets Xi, Pushes 'Fair Trade Order' On China Trip

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez called Monday for a "fair trade order" during a visit to China where he met leader Xi Jinping and aimed to boost ties despite a tariff standoff between Beijing and the European Union.

The Independent UK

Congress takes up a series of bills targeting China, from drones to drugs

How to curb and counter China’s influence and power will dominate the U.S. House’s first week back from summer break

Fortune

China laments ‘garbage time of history’ as economy comes off peak and growth model hits dead end, expert says

“The financial system itself is now constraining China’s economic growth rather than facilitating it.”

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Former New York Governor Aide Accused Of Being Chinese Spy

A former aide to New York governors is accused of being a Chinese spy, engaging in espionage activities to advance Beijing's agenda.

Al Jazeera

As China, Africa woo each other, who gains more? It’s complex, say experts

Beijing’s detractors claim it lures in African countries with big loans, but the continent’s leaders also have a choice.

France 24

Seeking balance: A new chapter for Sino-African trade relations?

As the representatives of over 50 African countries meet this week in Beijing for the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation or FOCAC, Charles Pellegrin and his guests take a closer look at the relationship between China and Africa and what it means in terms of opportunities for economic growth and development…

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