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China rejects calling Russia move 'invasion,' urges citizens in Ukraine to stay home

China rejected calling Russia's moves on Ukraine an "invasion" and urged all sides to exercise restraint, even as it advised its citizens there to stay home or at least take the precaution of displaying a Chinese flag if they needed to drive anywhere.

Reuters

Reading Putin’s Speech From Taiwan

Putin’s speech on the war’s eve expressed an incoherence that leaves China in an awkward position vis-a-vis its claims on Taiwan.

The News Lens

U.S. group hacked top research institutes in India, Russia and China, says Beijing cyber firm

Among the reportedly compromised websites were India’s Institute of Microbial Technology (IMTech), the Indian Academy of Sciences in Bengaluru, and the Banaras Hindu University

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Who can prevail on Putin now war in Ukraine has started? Peace depends on it

The Russian leader listens to China’s Xi Jinping and a tiny circle of rich cronies. Only they may be able to prevent huge bloodshed, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

The Guardian - UK

After ‘bridge to Europe’ bid, Ukraine’s China ties face test

Beijing’s reluctance to condemn invasion of Ukraine complicates burgeoning partnership with Eastern European country.

Al Jazeera

China steps in to steer Hong Kong's COVID crisis as risks loom

As COVID-19 rages across Hong Kong at the start of a sensitive political year for China and President Xi Jinping, Beijing is determined not to be embarrassed and undermined as it was by the often-violent protests that rocked the city in 2019.

Reuters

Virus-hit Hong Kong Invokes Emergency Powers to Allow in China Medics

Hong Kong's government invoked emergency powers on Thursday to allow doctors, nurses and other personnel from the Chinese mainland to help combat a spiraling coronavirus outbreak. The densely populated metropolis is in the throes of its worst-ever Covid wave, registering thousands of cases every day, overwhelming hospitals and government efforts…

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China calls for talks over Ukraine, criticizes US

China has repeated calls for talks to resolve the crisis in Ukraine while refusing to criticize Russia’s attack and accusing the U.S. and its allies of worsening the situation

The Independent UK

In Antarctica, does a burgeoning krill fishery threaten wildlife?

A humpback whale, likely lured by a trawling net capturing masses of Antarctic krill, became entangled last month and died in the Southern Ocean. Three dead juveniles were caught in the same company's krill nets last year.

Reuters

China calls for restraint in Ukraine, rejects the term 'invasion'

China reiterated on Thursday a call for all parties involved in the situation in Ukraine to exercise restraint and rejected a foreign journalist's description of Russia's actions as an invasion.

Reuters

'Unprovoked and Unjustified:' World Leaders React to Attack on Ukraine

The latest on the Russia-Ukraine crisis: KYIV, Ukraine — An adviser to Ukraine’s president says about 40 people have been killed so far in the Russian attack on the country. Oleksii Arestovich, an adviser to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Thursday that several dozen people have been wounded. He didn’t specify…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Wary of China, Taiwan Calls for Vigilance Amid Ukraine Escalation

Taiwan is watching China closely as Russia orders troops into Ukraine’s separatist regions. President Tsai has said Taiwan must raise its surveillance and alertness.

The News Lens

Shanghai Composite Index Fell 1.7% on Thursday

Shenzhen Component Index closed down 2.2%

Caixin Global

Hong Kong rolls out COVID vaccine passport, paves way for mainland doctors

Hong Kong rolled out vaccine passports on Thursday requiring people aged 12 and above to have at least one COVID-19 jab, and paved the way for mainland China manpower to help bring a worsening outbreak under control.

Reuters

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China Urges 'Cool Headed' And 'Rational' Approach As Russian Forces Invade Ukraine — But Toes Russian Line On History

China said at the United Nations Security Council that it hopes all parties will stay “cool headed” and “rational” after Russia took military action in Ukraine on Wednesday night.

The Guardian - AU

‘Actively develop friendship’: China’s new ambassador to Australia strikes softer tone

‘China is willing to work with Australia to meet each other halfway’ says Xiao Qian after years of growing tensions

Asharq Al-Awsat

UAE Says it Intends to Buy 12 L15 Chinese Aircraft

The UAE’s Ministry of Defense has announced its intention to sign a contract with China National Aero-Technology Import & Export Corporation (CATIC) for the purchase of 12 L15 aircraft, with the option for 36 additional aircraft of the same type in the future. Chief Executive Officer of Tawazun Economic Council…

Financial Times

China ready to soften economic blow to Russia from Ukraine sanctions

Beijing banks’ financial support for Moscow could be influential in shaping direction of conflict

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Al Jazeera

World reacts to Russia’s attack on Ukraine

President Putin has given approval to a ‘special military operation’ in the Donbas region.

ABC News

China's new ambassador says Beijing willing to go 'halfway' to repair diplomatic relations with Australia

China's new ambassador says his appointment is a "symbol" from Beijing that it wants to reopen communication channels with Australia, after a long freeze.

Al Jazeera

Hong Kong turns to emergency powers for China help in COVID surge

Authorities say ‘dire epidemic situation’ behind move as territory struggles to contain COVID cases driven by Omicron.

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The Japan News/Yomiuri

Japan eager to restore domestic production of semiconductors

Amid China's growing presence in both the military and economic fields, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is concerned that Japan has too many vulnerabilities in areas including the protection of vital information and supply networks, and the Japanese government is expediting efforts to pass an "economic security promotion law." This is…

Bangkok Post

Will Songkran be a washout?

The Thai New Year festival of Songkran is recognised as the most important annual event in the country, similar to Golden Week in China and Japan when a torrent of people are expected to hit the road for a long holiday.

Caixin Global

China’s State Grid Sells AusNet Stake for $1.3 Billion

Investment more than doubles over nine years under the power giant’s overseas electricity transmission and generation market strategy

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