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Scoop: White House narrowing executive order on China investments

The Biden administration is leaning toward making the restrictions more focused and targeted.

Axios

Britain criticises 'erosion of freedoms' in Hong Kong, draws rebuke from China

Britain criticised on Thursday what it said was the systematic erosion of freedoms in Hong Kong by the Chinese government and a crackdown on free speech by authorities in the former British colony, drawing an angry response from China.

Reuters

Shenzhen Plans Cash Handouts to Encourage Families to Have More Kids

Draft plan proposes subsidies of up to $5,550 for parents with three children

Caixin Global

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At 2+2 meeting, allies agree to bolster defense of Nansei Islands

WASHINGTON -- The Japanese and U.S. governments clearly showed Wednesday a resolve to boost defense capabilities in the Nansei Islands, which span Kyushu and Okinawa Prefecture, amid lingering concerns that a contingency could occur regarding Taiwan.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Government-issued digital currencies could bring about a dystopian future, security experts warn

As the world moves away from cash, countries are rolling out government-regulated digital currencies that have concerned security experts.

Inverse

Beijing seen shifting stance over control over major IT companies

BEIJING -- The Chinese Communist Party and the government is increasingly believed to be loosening its tight controls on the country's major IT firms, such as Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Security, visas and rugby league: Anthony Albanese unveils recipe for refreshing PNG ties

Mr Albanese's visit is the first by an Australian PM to PNG in four years.

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A 'wolf warrior' is sidelined, as China softens its approach on the world stage

Zhao Lijian, a foreign ministry spokesman known for his combative approach, was reassigned. The change is mostly tactical, but analysts see a window of opportunity to improve China-U.S. relations.

WEKU

US Lawmakers Move to Reevaluate US Policy Towards China

The special committee on China expects to hold its first hearing in early to mid-February and will comprise a bipartisan group of lawmakers.

The News Lens

Oil, human rights, security: Here's what's in store for U.S.-Gulf relations in 2023

Visiting Saudi Arabia last summer, President Biden tried to reassure Arab leaders of U.S. commitment to the region's security. But Gulf nations aren't necessarily rushing to side with Washington.

WEKU

Looking for growth? Look abroad: These 4 countries could put your investments on the fast track

If you're sick of the slumping S&P, here's where to look for outsize returns with a global slant.

Fortune

Australia finalising new security pact with Papua New Guinea

The Bilateral Security Treaty with PNG comes after China signed a security pact with the Solomon Islands in April.

Al Jazeera

Porsche With Slight Increase In Global Sales, Taycan Outsold Panamera In 2022

China is still the brand's largest market.

Motor1

Chinese warned not to visit elderly relatives as Covid spreads from cities

People urged ‘don’t go home’ during lunar new year holiday if older family members not yet infected

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Australia, Papua New Guinea agree to finalise talks on bilateral security treaty

A joint statement from the Australian and PNG leaders flags that the two nations will expand training and explore possible joint exercises under the treaty.

Al Jazeera

Five dead in China after car ploughs into pedestrians: Media

Video footage shows a sports utility vehicle driving at high speed and crashing into multiple people crossing a road.

The Independent UK

China's 2022 auto sales rise 9.5% but growth weakening

An industry group says China’s auto sales rose 9.5% in 2022 as electric vehicle purchases nearly doubled, but demand slumped in December, foreshadowing weaker growth this year

The Guardian - AU

Australia and Papua New Guinea pledge new security pact saying interests are ‘intertwined’

In contrast with security deal between China and Solomon Islands, the Australia-PNG agreement will be ‘public and transparent’, prime ministers vow

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Reuters

China's climate envoy Xie meets with U.S. counterpart Kerry

China's chief climate negotiator Xie Zhenhua met his U.S. counterpart on Wednesday and both sides agreed to maintain communication to jointly address the challenge of climate change, the Ministry of Ecology and Environment said on Thursday.

Reuters

China condemns Kabul attack, hopes Afghan govt can protect citizens of all countries

China strongly condemns the Kabul attack and hopes the Afghan government can protect citizens from all countries, including Chinese nationals, the Chinese foreign ministry said at a regular daily briefing on Thursday.

Caixin Global

Shanghai Composite Index Rose 0.05% on Thursday

Shenzhen Component Index closed up 0.23%

The Guardian - UK

Cracks in authoritarian regimes offer hope in a dark year, says Human Rights Watch

Watchdog praises protests in China and Iran and international response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in annual report on the state of human rights

Bangkok Post

China population: Cities unveil new childbirth incentives

BEIJING: With China on track to record its first population decline in more than six decades, cities across the country have announced new cash incentives to encourage couples to have more children.

Bangkok Post

Thai star Ratchanon, China's Ding to lead Asia's amateur challenge

SINGAPORE: Some of Asia's best young golfers will get the opportunity to show the world what they can do next month, when the DP World Tour returns to Singapore.

Businessweek

The Global Economy of 2023 Is Going to Be a Wild Ride

The pillars of prosperity that supported 30 years of growth have crumbled. Now the world has to cope with inflation, labor shortages and geopolitical unrest.

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