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Beijing Torques Up Battle Against Covid as Cases Climb

China’s capital records 1,611 new cases in a day amid its worst pandemic outbreak as residents call for a more sophisticated response

Caixin Global

Kishida asked Xi to relax quarantine measures in China

BEIJING -- Prime Minister Fumio Kishida asked Chinese President Xi Jinping to relax China's quarantine measures against the coronavirus when the leaders met in Bangkok on Nov. 17, according to diplomatic sources.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

China's COVID infections hit record as economic outlook darkens

China reported record high COVID-19 infections on Thursday, with cities nationwide imposing localised lockdowns, mass testing and other curbs that are fuelling frustration and darkening the outlook for the world's second largest economy.

Reuters

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AP PHOTOS: Beijing life on hold for lockdowns, COVID testing

As cases of COVID-19 hit record daily highs, China is re-imposing a range of strict measures under its “zero-COVID" policy, including lockdowns, mass testing and quarantines for anyone suspected of having come into contact with the virus.

The Independent UK

China's Daily Covid Cases Hit Record High

China's daily Covid cases have hit a record high since the beginning of the pandemic, official data showed Thursday, as the country works to curb the spread with snap lockdowns, mass testing and travel restrictions. China recorded a total of 31,444 domestic cases Wednesday, of which 27,517 were asymptomatic, the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Coalition calls for sanctions on Chinese officials over Uyghur human rights abuses in Xinjiang

The president of the World Uyghur Congress says he appreciates Australia's work to increase pressure on China over human rights abuses in Xinjiang, but worries Australia will soften its stance as it tries to slowly rebuild ties with Beijing.

ABC News

China locks down 'iPhone city' as Covid cases rise

BEIJING: Zhengzhou, home to Apple Inc's largest iPhone manufacturing site, will be largely locked down for five days as officials in the Chinese city resort to tighter curbs to quell a swelling Covid-19 outbreak.

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Surge in outbreaks tests China's easing of zero-COVID policy

Cities are once again locking down thousands of neighborhoods and sending people into quarantine, even as local Chinese authorities are tasked with easing COVID restrictions.

WEKU

The U.S. and China are facing very different COVID winters

Fauci says the U.S. will not see a repeat of last winter’s COVID wave — but surging infections in China leave experts fearing for the viability of its zero COVID policy.

Fortune

China and U.S. Defense Chiefs Agree to Keep Lines of Communication Open

Defense Minister Wei Fenghe told his American counterpart that Beijing values relations between the two countries, but Washington must respect its core interests

Caixin Global

Xi Jinping's 'unscripted' moments at G20, Apec

President Xi Jinping's unscripted moments during the summits in Southeast Asia last week offered rare insights into the country's most powerful leader in decades and reassurances about his post-pandemic diplomacy.

Bangkok Post

China Widens COVID Curbs, Apple Factory Unrest Adds to Economy Worries

Chinese authorities imposed more restrictions on Wednesday to rein in a rapid rise in COVID-19 infections, adding to investors' worries about the economy just as fresh unrest at the world's largest iPhone factory highlighted the social and financial toll of these curbs. Across China, cities including the capital Beijing and…

Asharq Al-Awsat

China blocks viral WeChat post criticizing tough Covid policies

BEIJING: A social media post that questioned China’s Covid policies was removed and the author blocked after it went viral on the country’s WeChat platform Tuesday -- speaking to growing public concerns about Beijing’s stance, and the continuing sensitivities over criticism of its outlier approach.

The Times of India

Marles in China Pacific security talks

Defence Minister Richard Marles has met with his Chinese counterpart as Beijing holds police co-operation talks with some Pacific island nations.

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New Zealand increases funding for Vanuatu wharves

New Zealand said it would invest a further NZ$10 million ($6.15 million) to help fund wharf construction in Vanuatu, where a Beijing-funded wharf had raised concerns about China seeking to establish a military base in the Pacific island nation.

The Independent UK

China travel guide: Everything you need to know

This Asian super-power could take a lifetime – or several – to explore. Here’s our guide to help plan your next trip

ABC News

China hosts meeting with senior police officers and diplomats from six Pacific nations

The meeting is closely monitored by Australian officials who remain anxious about Beijing's security ambitions in the Pacific.

Al Jazeera

VP Harris urges defence of sovereignty in South China Sea

Harris calls on countries to stand up for territorial integrity and freedom of navigation in disputed South China Sea.

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Beijing shuts parks, Shanghai tightens entry as COVID cases spike

China’s capital closes more public venues, and Shanghai to impose strict entry rules from Thursday.

France 24

The Uighur 'influencers' peddling Beijing's propaganda narrative

While part of the international community denounces the repression of the Uighur ethnic group in Xinjiang, a region in western China, Uighur "influencers" offer an idyllic vision of their daily life. But a growing number of human rights organisations and the United Nations have documented China’s severe repression of this…

Reuters

Beijing requires COVID test results within 48 hours to enter public places - official

China's capital Beijing reported 634 new local COVID cases for the 15 hours to 3 p.m. (0700 GMT) on Tuesday, the deputy director of city's municipal Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Liu Xiaofeng said at a briefing.

Reuters

China resumes streaming South Korean content after six-year suspension

A Chinese streaming platform has resumed distributing South Korean content after suspending it for nearly six years, South Korean officials said on Tuesday, in what Seoul called a sign of Beijing's readiness to improve ties.

Asharq Al-Awsat

US VP Harris Visits Philippine Island near China-claimed Waters

US Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday visited a Philippine island near waters claimed by China to show support for the longtime US ally and counter Beijing's growing influence in the region. Harris is the highest-ranking US official ever to visit the western island of Palawan, the closest Philippine landmass…

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Singapore and Taiwan’s Multifaceted, Unofficial Ties

Singapore has had robust economic, societal, and cultural ties with Taiwan, but its trepidation at offending the PRC may prompt it to pull back.

Reuters

Philippines to send diplomatic note to Beijing on South China Sea incident

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said on Tuesday the country will issue a diplomatic note to Beijing following an incident in the South China Sea involving a floating rocket piece.

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