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China’s interest in the next Dalai Lama is also about control of Tibet’s water supply

As the 14th Dalai Lama celebrates his 90th birthday with thousands of Tibetan Buddhists, there’s already tension over how the next spiritual leader will be selected. Controversially, the Chinese government has suggested it wants more power over who is chosen.

The Conversation

Europe and China’s medical device tit for tat shows that Trump tariffs aren’t helping Beijing make friends

On Tuesday, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said that there needed to be a “genuine rebalancing” in the China-Europe relationship.

Fortune

Philippines summons China's ambassador after Beijing sanctions critical former senator

The Philippines' foreign ministry has summoned China's ambassador after Beijing imposed sanctions on a former Filipino senator who has been critical of China’s actions in the disputed South China Sea

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China threatens retaliation for Trump tariffs as Rubio starts first Asia trip

China has warned US president Donald Trump against reigniting trade tensions by reimposing tariffs on Chinese goods and threatened retaliation against countries siding with Washington at Beijing’s expense.

The Independent UK

Beijing Rejects Elon Musk As A 'Geopolitical Asset': Lukewarm Response To Chinese Diplomatic Overreach, Trump Feud Reportedly Diminishes Musk's Value

Chinese officials have reportedly cooled on Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA), as a potential geopolitical asset due to his public fallout with President Donald Trump.

Benzinga

China and US ‘should be in toughest tier’ of foreign influence scheme

The UK must also engage with Beijing economically ‘even if this prompts retaliation’ from the White House, the Chatham House report says.

Evening Standard

EU-China tensions escalate over medical device trade restrictions

The tit-for-tat trade dispute between the European Union and China over medical devices shows no sign of resolution, as Beijing has announced new retaliatory measures in response to the EU’s recent procurement restrictions.

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Nations are increasingly ‘playing the field’ when it comes to US and China – a new book explains explains why ‘active nonalignment’ is on the march

In 2020, as Latin American countries were contending with the triple challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, a global economic shock and U.S. policy under the first Trump administration, Jorge Heine, research professor at Boston University and a former Chilean ambassador, in association with two colleagues, Carlos Fortin and Carlos Ominami,…

The Conversation

TikTok App US Sale Update: Trump Says He Has a Buyer – But Will China Agree to the Deal?

According to reports, Chinese President Xi Jinping is holding off on approving any sale until he can use TikTok as leverage in broader trade negotiations with the White House.

International Business Times UK

China wants AI in expanded trade deal with Australia

Ahead of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's visit to China, Beijing's ambassador to Australia has called for greater co-operation between the two nations on AI.

AAP

Is Trump tariff deal really a win for Vietnam – or a way of punishing China?

US exports account for third of Vietnam’s GDP and 40% tariff on so-called transshipments – products with Chinese input – means uncertainty for manufacturers

The Guardian - UK

Iran alone in crises: Where were Russia, China in their time of need?

Iran's sale of drones and ballistic missiles to Russia for use against Ukraine, and the selling of oil at significantly reduced prices to China did little to benefit Tehran during the critical days of Israeli and US attacks.

Euronews

Voices: The Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday will reignite China’s religion problem – and put Tibet back in Xi’s firing line

COMMENT: The Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday shines a spotlight on Beijing’s long-held antipathy towards organised religion – and how succession plans might renew Xi’s plans for a reckoning with Tibet and beyond, writes Michael Day

The Independent UK

Dalai Lama says his office has 'sole authority' to name successor after his death

On 6 July, Tenzin Gyatso, whom Tibetans believe to be the 14th reincarnation of their spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, celebrates his 90th birthday. Earlier this week, he announced that the 600-year-old institution would continue after his death and that his office would name his successor. However, Beijing may have…

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International Business Times

'Simple Buddhist Monk' Dalai Lama Marks Landmark 90th Birthday

Calling himself a "simple Buddhist monk" who usually didn't celebrate birthdays, the Dalai Lama marked his 90th on Sunday by praying for peace after China insisted it would have final say on who succeeded the Tibetan spiritual leader.

Radio France Internationale

Trade relations hang in the balance as China’s top diplomat tours Europe

China’s top diplomat Wang Yi’s high-profile tour of Europe this week has been dominated by deepening trade tensions and mounting security concerns, with relations between Beijing and the European Union their most strained in years. Meanwhile, Brussels is attempting to maintain good relations with Washington, in the face of President…

Euronews

EU Commission bewails 'unfair' Chinese Cognac duties

Trade relations between the EU and China have flared up, complicating arrangements for forthcoming bilateral summit taking place in Beijing at the end of July.

The Independent UK

Hong Kong proposes new rules to ban lawmakers from ‘vilifying’ Beijing

New rules aimed at enforcing loyalty under the ‘patriots governing Hong Kong’ principle

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The Independent UK

As the Dalai Lama turns 90, photos show the global arc of his life

The Dalai Lama is revered as a deity by millions of Tibetan Buddhists and known worldwide as a resolute voice for peace, spirituality and Tibet ’s autonomy. He is also seen as a threat by China, which accuses him of wanting to wrest Tibet from Beijing's control.

The Independent UK

Dalai Lama urges followers to reject any successor chosen by Beijing

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China warns Trump’s tariff war will have ‘no winners’ as deadline looms

Beijing hopes Washington will continue to meet it halfway

The Independent UK

China and India spar over Dalai Lama’s succession

Beijing warns New Delhi against interfering in its ‘domestic affairs’

Euronews

China hits Europe’s brandy exports with duties but adds exemptions

Beijing decided to impose anti-dumping duties of up to 34.9% for the next five years starting on Saturday, following an investigation into brandy imported from Europe.

International Business Times

China To Require EU Brandy Exporters To Raise Prices Or Face Tariffs

China will require major European brandy exporters to raise prices or risk anti-dumping taxes of up to 34.9 percent from Saturday, the latest salvo in its long-running trade spat with the bloc.

The Guardian - AU

Hong Kong code of conduct will oblige legislators to ‘sincerely support’ Beijing

Proposal is latest in a series of rules and legislation that have cracked down on the city’s pro-democracy movement

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