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As the BRI marks 10 years, China has this week pushed back against criticism of the plan, particularly with regard to projects leaving countries with debt.

The Hindu

EU foreign policy chief heads for China in attempt to mend fences

The European Union's foreign policy chief Josep Borrell will pay a three day visit to China starting Thursday in an effort to diffuse tensions between Brussels and Beijing an to put the relationship back on track after years of friction.

Radio France Internationale

Australian shares rise again, close at three-week high

The ASX200 has finished up 0.7 per cent in its fifth straight day of gains amid a pullback in US bond yields and reports of new stimulus measures from Beijing.

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Philippine diplomat witnessed Chinese ships' aggressive actions in disputed South China Sea

A senior Filipino diplomat known for his past expletive-laced tirade against China joined a coast guard trip to the disputed South China Sea last week and saw Beijing’s ships block and nearly collide with Philippine vessels, including one he was on

The Independent UK

Is Taiwan a country or not?

Defining what is and isn’t a country is a lot more complicated than many people would realize. Take the case of Taiwan.

The Conversation

How prepared is Taiwan for a war with China?

Dwarfed by China’s military strength, the island has been improving training and stockpiling military equipment.

Al Jazeera

Watch as US senators hold press briefing after meetings with Chinese leaders

Watch as a US bipartisan congressional delegation led by Chuck Schumer and Mike Crapo hold a press conference following their meetings with Chinese leaders in Beijing.

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Chuck Schumer criticises China’s reaction to Israel attack during US Congress visit to Beijing

Schumer says Beijing’s statement showed ‘no sympathy or support for Israel’

The Independent UK

Xi Jinping’s wants a ‘multipolar world’, as China accelerates its shift away from the west

In the face of increasingly strained relations with the west, Beijing is attempting to build its influence in the global south

The Guardian - AU

US Lawmakers Push Biden To Restrict Corporate Engagement With RISC-V Chip Tech Amid National Security Concerns

Allegations that open-source chip technology aids Beijing's semiconductor goals intensify US-China tech rivalry.

Zenger

Labour’s position on China would not boil down to the word ‘threat’ – Lammy

The shadow foreign secretary attacked the Conservatives’ ‘six positions’ on Beijing.

The Independent UK

Coco Gauff highlights key to stopping Iga Swiatek after extending win streak in Beijing

Gauff defeated Maria Sakkari while Swiatek came from a set down to beat Caroline Garcia.

The Independent UK

Coco Gauff extends winning run to 16 by beating Maria Sakkari in Beijing

Gauff defeated Maria Sakkari while Swiatek came from a set down to beat Caroline Garcia.

The Independent UK

AP Week in Pictures: Asia | Sept. 29-Oct. 5, 2023

Participants bowed to pay respects to the People’s Heroes Monument during a ceremony marking Martyrs Day at Tiananmen Square in Beijing. In Jakarta, Indonesia, soldiers performed in a parade marking the 78th anniversary of the Indonesian armed forces. In Kathmandu, Nepal, women pulled a chariot during Indra Jatra, a festival…

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Belgian intelligence scrutinising potential security risks of Alibaba warehouse

The Belgian intelligence service has confirmed a report by the Financial Times saying it was looking into potential espionage at the main European logistics centre for Chinese tech giant Alibaba. The warehouse mostly handles goods shipped to European customers from the company's e-commerce site Ali Express. Intelligence officials said the…

The Independent UK

US warns of Chinese global disinformation campaign that could undermine peace and stability

The State Department in a first-of-its-kind report has laid out Beijing’s growing efforts to reshape the global narrative on China, while spending billions of dollars to do so

Radio France Internationale

EU seeks to protect sensitive technology from Chinese buyers

The EU on Tuesday unveiled a list of sensitive technologies that Brussels says should be kept out of the hands of rivals, as the bloc takes further measures to confront aggressive trade policies from China.

WEKU

Making cities 'spongy' could help fight flooding — by steering the water underground

Almost all of China's medium and large cities are susceptible to floods. Some experts are promoting a solution called sponge cities — urban landscapes that are softer and meant to absorb more water.

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G20 in Delhi, US ties, Global South leadership: Decoding Beijing worldview through Chinese press

China’s responses to the recently-concluded G20 Summit in New Delhi merits scrutiny given the tensions in bilateral relations, but also because it is a major regional and global player that has the ability to influence matters even in absentia. And it was the absence of Chinese President Xi Jinping from…

Al Jazeera

Fears China ‘closing in on itself’ amid crackdowns, rising nationalism

From laws on espionage and security to fewer foreign films and clothing bans, is China turning away from the world?

The Conversation

Five things that the west doesn't understand about China's foreign policy

China’s capacity to surprise western politicians was demonstrated recently, when Chinese leader Xi Jinping was unexpectedly absent from the G20 summit. There were a few reasons why this G20 might have been less important for Xi, including the rising influence of the Brics (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa)…

Al Jazeera

‘Music to Beijing’s ears’: Has China won the Maldives presidency?

Mohamed Muizzu’s election win is a setback for India, a boost for China and a sign of tensions in Indian Ocean region.

The Independent UK

Cleverly warns Beijing that war with Taiwan would collapse Chinese economy

James Cleverly insisted the UK had influence with China because it had concerns about declining Western trade.

The Times of India

Asian Games: At cricket nets, India's stars meet a Chinese volunteer who is also a mega fan

HANGZHOU: A few days ago at the Pingfeng cricket field inside the Zhejiang University of Technology campus, Jun Yu, a student from Beijing, was in the stands holding a placard that read 'Mandhana the Goddess', as the Indian women's cricket team won the Asian Games gold medal.

France 24

China cracks down on screen time, imposing digital detoxes for children

Some 200 million under-18s use the internet in China, and at least 24 million of them are considered addicts. In the coming months, Beijing will block their internet access from 10pm to 6am. The amount of time they can spend online each day will also be limited, according to their…

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