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China locks down 65 million as holiday travel peak looms

China has locked down 65 million of its citizens under tough COVID-19 restrictions and is discouraging domestic travel during upcoming national holidays

The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2022

Deadly earthquake adds to drought, Covid woes in China's Sichuan

A 6.8-magnitude earthquake killed at least seven people in Sichuan province on Monday, in the latest blow to the region in southwestern China hit by Covid lockdowns and a historic drought.

Bangkok Post · Sep 5, 2022

7 dead after powerful quake shakes southwest China

A strong earthquake has killed at least seven people, triggered landslides and shaken residents in a major city under lockdown in southwestern China

The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2022

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Earthquake in China’s Sichuan Kills 21, Shakes Provincial Capital

A magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck China's Sichuan province on Monday, the strongest to hit the region since 2017, killing at least 21 people and shaking the provincial capital of Chengdu and more distant provinces. Some roads and homes near the epicenter were damaged by landslides, while communications were down in…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Sep 5, 2022

China policymakers see renewed urgency for economic support

Chinese policymakers signalled a renewed sense of urgency on Monday for steps to shore up the flagging economy, saying this quarter was a critical time for policy action as evidence points to a further loss of economic momentum.

Reuters · Sep 5, 2022

Singapore ex-diplomat warns to not underestimate China on Taiwan

Singapore’s former top diplomat warned on Monday that a conflict in Taiwan would trigger a Chinese response akin to the US reaction to Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor that precipitated its entrance into World War II.

Bangkok Post · Sep 5, 2022

Solomon Islands says Australia, New Zealand exempt from navy ship moratorium despite China security pact

Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare says because Australia and New Zealand are part of the Solomon Islands International Assistance Force they do not have to adhere to the nation's ban on foreign vessels.

ABC News · Sep 5, 2022

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The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2022

Coco Gauff, 18, reaches US Open quarterfinals for 1st time

Coco Gauff has reached the U.S. Open quarterfinals for the first time by coming back in each set to beat Zhang Shuai of China 7-5, 7-5 in front of a partisan crowd at Arthur Ashe Stadium

The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2022

China collecting DNA samples from across Tibet, says rights group

Human Rights Watch claims new evidence of a systemic DNA collection drive across Tibet as part of a ‘crime detection’ program

The Guardian - AU · Sep 5, 2022

Asian stocks follow Wall Street lower after US jobs report

Asian stock markets are lower after Wall Street declined and China tightened anti-virus controls

The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2022

Earthquake in China's Sichuan kills more than 40, shakes provincial capital

A magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck China's Sichuan province on Monday, the strongest to hit the region since 2017, killing more than 40 people and shaking the provincial capital of Chengdu and more distant provinces.

Reuters · Sep 5, 2022

China's Shenzhen eases weekend COVID lockdown but some curbs remain

China's Shenzhen moved away on Monday from a weekend COVID-19 lockdown covering most parts of the city as new infections showed signs of stabilising in its latest outbreak, while entertainment venues and large events remained suspended.

Reuters · Sep 5, 2022

Tuvalu promises to ‘stand firm’ with Taiwan amid Pacific rivalry

The tiny nation is one of four in the Pacific that still maintains formal ties with Taiwan.

Al Jazeera · Sep 5, 2022

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Reuters · Sep 5, 2022

Tiny Tuvalu to 'stand firm' with Taiwan as Pacific competition hots up

The leader of the Pacific island nation of Tuvalu pledged on a trip to Taiwan on Monday to "stand firm" on a commitment to lasting ties, drawing Taiwan's thanks at a time of growing competition as China expands its influence in the region.

The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2022

Asian stocks follow Wall Street lower after US jobs report

Asian stock markets are lower after Wall Street declined and China tightened anti-virus controls

Reuters · Sep 5, 2022

Special presidential envoy asks pope to 'pray for Taiwan'

Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen's special envoy met Pope Francis on Sunday and asked him to "pray for Taiwan", on a trip the Taipei government has cast as a demonstration of their close relations even as the Holy See courts China.

The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2022

Military reserves, civil defense worry Taiwan as China looms

Chris Chen, a former captain in Taiwan’s military, spent a lot of time waiting during his weeklong training for reservists in June

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The Independent UK · Sep 4, 2022

Senior Tory calls on Government to ban cotton from Xinjiang

Tory MP Tom Tugendhat said it should come as a response to the country’s treatment of Uyghurs.

Bangkok Post · Sep 4, 2022

Cross-border trade poised to hit B1.80tn

Despite slower economic growth in neighbouring countries and zero-Covid measures in China, Thailand's cross-border trade is still expected to grow by at least 5% this year to 1.80 trillion baht, driven by greater demand for gasoline, edible oil, tyres and auto parts.

Bangkok Post · Sep 4, 2022

Some Economists Rethink When, if Ever, China Will Pass U.S. in GDP

The sharp slowdown in China's growth in the past year is prompting many experts to reconsider when China will surpass the U.S. as the world's largest economy -- or even if it ever will.

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2022

A lot is at stake for India-Bangladesh ties

While they have deepened ties, the Hasina and Modi governments have failed to resolve long-standing issues

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2022

Dangers of brinksmanship: On India and the Taiwan Strait crisis

India will need to assess the security implications of another Taiwan Strait crisis

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2022

Shinzo Abe considered Manmohan Singh a mentor, Narendra Modi a friend: Japan leader’s advisor

Ahead of Jaishankar-Rajnath meeting in Tokyo, Abe’s advisor and speech writer calls India an “ideal partner”

Reuters · Sep 4, 2022

China's Shenzhen to adopt tiered COVID measures; Chengdu extends lockdown

China's southern tech hub of Shenzhen said it will adopt tiered anti-virus restriction measures starting on Monday, while the southwestern metropolis of Chengdu announced an extension of lockdown curbs, as the country grapples with fresh outbreaks.

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