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Western allies and Japan unite to face threat posed by China, Russia

The United States and Japan have unveiled plans to strengthen their military alliance to help counter threats from North Korea and China, which they believe pose the greatest security challenges in the Asia-Pacific region.

Radio France Internationale

China's COVID surge prompts CDC to expand a hunt for new variants among air travelers

It would make more sense to screen a plane's wastewater to look for new variants than to screen individual passenger volunteers, some researchers say. Others say any information is helpful.

WEKU

China links Covid to 60,000 recent deaths

BEIJING: Chinese health authorities on Saturday reported almost 60,000 Covid-related deaths in just over a month, in the first major update released by the government since the loosening of its virus restrictions in early December.

Bangkok Post

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China reports 59,938 COVID-related hospital deaths since Dec. 8

China said nearly 60,000 people with COVID-19 had died in hospital since it abruptly dismantled its zero-COVID policy in early December, a big increase from previously reported figures that follows global criticism of the country's coronavirus data.

Reuters

James Cameron’s attack on Netflix gets 2 major things wrong — and one right

If anyone has the right to go on the offensive against Netflix and the streaming industry, it’s James Cameron.

Inverse

China Reports Almost 60,000 COVID-related Deaths

China on Saturday reported nearly 60,000 deaths in people who had COVID-19 since early December following complaints the government was failing to release data about the status of the pandemic. The death toll included 5,503 deaths due to respiratory failure caused by the coronavirus and 54,435 fatalities from other ailments…

Asharq Al-Awsat

China reports almost 60,000 COVID-related deaths

China has reported nearly 60,000 deaths in people who had COVID-19 since early December following complaints the government was failing to release data about the status of the pandemic

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Tourists get white weekend in Nainital as town gets season’s 1st snow

NAINITAL: Nainital woke up to a white cover on all popular spots like Himalaya Darshan site, China peak and Kilbury Road as higher reaches of the lake town received the season’s first snowfall on Friday. Locals as well as tourists in the town who had assembled for the weekend rejoiced…

The Times of India

Anutin: Chinese tourists key to recovery

More Chinese tourist arrivals will be of major benefit to Thailand, Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said on Saturday, as arrivals continue to pick up since China eased travel restrictions on Jan 8.

Bangkok Post

China appoints new Hong Kong liaison office chief

China has appointed Zheng Yanxiong, head of the national security office in Hong Kong, as director of its Liaison Office in the city, the State Council, or cabinet, said in a notice on Saturday.

Reuters

China reports huge rise in COVID-related deaths after data criticism

China said on Saturday nearly 60,000 people with COVID-19 had died in hospital since it abandoned its zero-COVID policy last month, a huge increase from previously reported figures that follows global criticism of the country's coronavirus data.

Reuters

Indonesia deploys warship to monitor China coast guard vessel

A warship, maritime patrol plane and drone have been deployed to monitor the Chinese vessel in the North Natuna Sea.

Al Jazeera

US nears new cooperation deals with Pacific Island nations

The Biden administration is nearing deals with two Pacific Island nations to extend their special ties with the United States, as U.S.-China rivalry for influence in the region heats up

The Independent UK

Econometer: Should the US subsidize chip making?

U.S. lawmakers approved about $76 billion in government subsidies this summer for American semiconductor production.

Tribune News Service

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The Weekly Wrap for Saturday, 14 January 2023

Xi Jinping is acting boldly, but it's not in the direction many feared. This week we delve into the constraints that spurred a widespread softening of China's internal and external policies

Bangkok Post

Snake tries to shed its skin

Several generations of Thais are familiar with the "arrow-stuck snake" logo of the cooling talcum powder brand, but The British Dispensary Co wants to transform its product lines after more than a century in business.

Reuters

Japan's Kishida says allies must act in concert on China

Japan, the United States and Europe must act in unison on China, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said in Washington on Friday, during a visit aimed at enhancing Tokyo's U.S. alliance in the face of growing challenges from Beijing.

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The Top 3 Oil and Gas Stocks to Buy in 2023

A tight supply and China’s recovering demand are expected to keep oil prices high in the foreseeable future. Given this backdrop, fundamentally strong energy stocks Marathon Petroleum (MPC), Berry Corporation (BRY), and Unit Corporation (UNTC) might be solid buys in 2023. Read on….

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Stalling Global Car Sales In 2023

Sales are estimated at between 79 and 81 million units. China and India are growing. Europe and USA are flat. Russia is bad.

Bangkok Post

China optimism spurs Asian shares higher

RECAP: Asian markets mostly rose again yesterday on optimism about the impact of China reopening on regional corporate performance, while the dollar remained under pressure after data showed a further slowdown in US inflation.

Bangkok Post

Bumpy road ahead despite tourism upturn

After moving sideways for most of December, the Stock Exchange of Thailand ended 2022 at 1,668.66 points, up just 0.7% year-on-year from 1,657.62 at the end of 2021. Despite the subdued holiday trading mood, the market shot up for eight trading days in a row to close out the year.

InsideEVs

Tesla Cuts Prices In UK And Germany By As Much As £8,000, €9,100

The new discounts in the US and Europe come a week after similar reductions were announced for China and other Asian markets as Tesla tries to spur demand.

Al Jazeera

US ‘fully committed’ to Japan alliance, Biden tells Kishida

Talks in Washington are part of Japanese prime minister’s diplomatic blitz to boost partnerships amid China pressure.

Reuters

Dutch PM Rutte denies U.S. pressure over chip export policy

The Netherlands is not feeling pressured by Washington to adopt new U.S. rules further restricting semiconductor technology exports to China, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte said on Friday.

Reuters

Swedish PM Kristersson says EU needs to discuss competitiveness, not just state-aid

The European Union needs to improve long-term competitiveness and not just provide support for companies in the green tech sector where nations like China and the United States are providing subsidies, Sweden's prime minister said on Friday.

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