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Germany says U.N. rights chief's trip to China fell short of expectation

A trip by U.N. human rights chief Michelle Bachelet's to China fell short of expectation to provide a transparent clarification of human rights violation allegations in the region of Xinjiang, Germany's foreign ministry said on Monday.

Reuters

Haute couture socks: Broussaud, a French success story

Some 300 million pairs of socks are sold in France every year. Although most are made in China, some small French firms are carving out a market with their "made in France" offerings. One of them is Broussaud. For three generations, this family-run business based in the Limousin region has…

France 24

Western countries demand Russia follows international law – so why don't they?

With a passion that recalls the aftermath of the Second World War, politicians and commentators are demanding a global order that takes seriously the rules of the United Nations Charter — notably on respect for sovereignty and fundamental human rights.

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Editorial: Gaining the Upper Hand in a Changing Global Economy

Whether it’s about stabilizing macroeconomic fundamentals or dealing with future global competition, China should stick to ‘doing its own thing well’

Caixin Global

New Australian opposition leader says China 'biggest issue'

Former Defense Minister Peter Dutton has been chosen to lead Australia’s conservative opposition following the party’s election defeat nine days ago

The Independent UK

Pokemon Psyduck Becomes Symbol of China’s Lockdown Headaches

A headache-prone Pokemon character given away in KFC children's meals has become China's most wanted toy, selling for up to $200, as people seek ways to express their frustrations over COVID-19 lockdowns. KFC began handing out Psyduck in China on May 21, ahead of a promotion for Children's Day on…

Asharq Al-Awsat

China, Pacific islands fail to reach consensus on security pact

Wang Yi urges Pacific region not to be ‘too anxious’ about China’s aims after failing to agree on a security deal.

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‘Tragically ugly’ school textbook causes social media outcry in China

Education ministry orders publisher to rectify illustrations of children deemed inappropriate

The Guardian - UK

Crown Casino in Melbourne fined $80 million for illegal China Union Pay scheme

The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission says Crown's scheme was illegal, and the casino "went to some lengths to hide what it was doing".

ABC News

Pokemon Psyduck becomes symbol of China's lockdown headaches

Reuters

Crown Melbourne hit with record $80m fine

Crown Melbourne has been fined a record $80 million over a scheme that allowed the illegal transfer of funds from China.

AAP

China’s Top EV-Maker BYD Revs Up Brazil Expansion

Shenzhen-listed automaker plans to increase its number of franchise dealerships in the South American country to 100 by the end of 2023

Caixin Global

China falls short on big deal in South Pacific but finds smaller wins

Beijing's hopes to developing a marine plan for fisheries holding police training fell short over some countries' concerns over increasing geopolitical tensions and threatening regional stability.

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Factbox-Latest on the worldwide spread of the coronavirus

Streets in Beijing were busier on Monday as residents in two districts were allowed to return to work, while Shanghai inched closer towards lifting its two-month-old COVID-19 lockdown this week, as the number of cases across China fell.

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Al Jazeera

China eyes security pact in talks with Pacific islands in Fiji

China’s top diplomat holds talks with 10 Pacific nations in Fiji to discuss increasing security and economic ties.

Caixin Global

Shanghai Composite Index Rose 0.6% on Monday

Shenzhen Component Index closed up 1.04%

Evening Standard

FTSE 100 Live: Oil price rises as China eases Covid curbs, Bitcoin above $30,000

China’s easing of Covid curbs and hopes that inflation in the US may be near its peak helped lift the mood for European markets today.

ABC News

Pacific nations walk away from trade and security deal with China as Australia aims to 'build stronger family'

Pacific Island countries agree not to sign a region-wide trade and security deal with China as Foreign Minister Penny Wong pledges to build a "stronger Pacific family" through security and defence by bringing "new energy" to the region.

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The Independent UK

Asian stocks rise after Wall St breaks string of declines

Asian stocks are higher after Wall Street rebounded from a seven-week string of declines and China eased anti-virus curbs on business activity in Shanghai and Beijing

ABC News

Key moments from Peter Dutton's first press conference as Liberal leader

From acknowledging a "mistake" in his past to standing by his "strong statements" on China, this is what we learned from Peter Dutton's first press conference as Liberal leader.

The Guardian - AU

Beijing man sends 5,000 people into quarantine after breaking Covid isolation

Actions spark angry reactions amid growing frustration with China’s zero-Covid policy though some restrictions begin to ease

Reuters

China is willing to work with Pacific Island nations for a 'shared future'- President Xi

China will always be a good friend of Pacific Island countries no matter how the international situation changes, China's President Xi Jinping said on Monday in a written address to a meeting of China-Pacific foreign ministers. 　　

The Independent UK

Asian stocks rise after Wall St breaks string of declines

Asian stocks are higher after Wall Street rebounded from a seven-week string of declines and China eased anti-virus curbs on business activity in Shanghai and Beijing

The Guardian - UK

Negative views of Russia mainly limited to western liberal democracies, poll shows

Annual global survey of attitudes to democracy finds many countries maintain positive views of Russia

The Independent UK

As China seeks big Pacific deal, many in Fiji see benefits

For Georgina Matilda, working for Chinese infrastructure company China Railway means that she can put food on the table for her children

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