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POLITICSAug 13Vladimir Putin first visit to disputed Pacific islands draws Tokyo protestVladimir Putin's first visit to disputed Pacific islands has prompted a protest from Tokyo. This event highlights ongoing international territorial disputes and diplomatic friction.wboi.org · United States
POLITICSAug 13Professor’s alleged role in China programmes leads to ban from US fundingA professor managed US funding of computer science research for more than two years while failing to disclose that he was simultaneously involved in Chinese government programmes, according to previously unreported documents. The professor, Tao Li, was a programme officer at the National Science Foundation from 2015 to 2017, a job that included overseeing the awarding of grants for research in areas such as hardware, software and algorithms. During that time, Li took part in two Chinese talent...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 13Power Minister calls for swift implementation of Nigeria-China aquatic products protocolBy Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, has called for the swift implementation of the Nigeria-China Aquatic Products Protocol, urging stakeholders to translate the agreement into increased exports, foreign exchange earnings and new opportunities for Nigerian businesses. Tegbe made the call during a courtesy visit and reception following the signing of the […] The post Power Minister calls for swift implementation of Nigeria-China aquatic products protocol appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSAug 13US Warns Argentina : China Deals Wont Bring InvestmentThe United States has issued a warning to Argentina, suggesting that its deals with China may not result in significant investment. This reflects geopolitical competition and economic policy differences between the US and China concerning Latin American nations.riotimesonline.com · Brazil
POLITICSAug 13Putin first trip to the Pacific island chain claimed by Japan draws a protest from TokyoPutin's first trip to a Pacific island chain claimed by Japan has prompted a protest from Tokyo. This event indicates rising diplomatic tensions over disputed territory.yahoo.com · United States
POLITICSAug 13Japan protests Putin visit to disputed islandsJapan has protested Putin's visit to disputed islands. This action signifies ongoing diplomatic friction and a challenge to sovereign claims.manilatimes.net · Philippines
POLITICSAug 13Japan PM criticises Putin visit to disputed islandsThe Japanese Prime Minister has criticized Russian President Putin's visit to disputed islands. This highlights ongoing territorial tensions and diplomatic friction between the two nations.bignewsnetwork.com · United States
POLITICSAug 13Hong Kong public rental housing wait edges up to 4.8 years, urban allocations riseThe composite waiting time for general applicants for long- and short-term subsidised public rental housing in Hong Kong has edged up slightly to 4.8 years at the end of June, authorities have said, adding that a higher proportion of coveted homes in urban areas was allocated in the second quarter. Despite an increase in the “composite” figure, which includes temporary flats under the light public housing initiative, the Housing Bureau said on Thursday that the average waiting time for general...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 13Japan protests Putin's first visit to disputed islandsPresident Vladimir Putin visited Russia's far-eastern Kuril islands for the first time on Thursday, prompting protests by Japan which also claims the territory.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 13Zhu Rongji’s legacy: how the late premier reshaped state firms, Pudong and China’s economyTurn-of-the-century images of Zhu Rongji alongside former US president Bill Clinton have largely accompanied coverage following the former Chinese premier’s death on Wednesday. The moment in April 1999 was more than a diplomatic milestone. It underpinned some of China’s most consequential reforms that defined Zhu’s tenure, from its drive to join the World Trade Organization to an overhaul of the state sector and opening its markets to the world. And in recent years, Zhu’s historic trip to...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 13Putin’s first trip to the Pacific island chain claimed by Japan draws a protest from Tokyo - AP NewsPutin’s first trip to the Pacific island chain claimed by Japan draws a protest from Tokyo AP NewsAP News
POLITICSAug 13The Inner Workings of Beijing Security Machine RevealedThis article reveals the inner workings of Beijing's security apparatus. It provides insights into the operational methods of China's state security.theepochtimes.com · United States
POLITICSAug 13Serian council suggests Indonesia compensate Sarawak over hazeThe Serian council has proposed that Indonesia should compensate Sarawak for the haze issue. This highlights a cross-border environmental and diplomatic concern.freemalaysiatoday.com · Malaysia
POLITICSAug 13China Rare - Earth Scientists in Iran : What the New Strategic Partnership Means for US - China RivalryThe presence of Chinese rare-earth scientists in Iran signifies a new strategic partnership with implications for the US-China rivalry. This development could reshape geopolitical dynamics and resource control.openthemagazine.com · India
POLITICSAug 13Putin pays his first visit to Pacific island  chain claimed by Japan , drawing protest from TokyoPresident Putin visited a Pacific island chain claimed by Japan, prompting a protest from Tokyo. This event underscores an existing territorial dispute and international diplomatic tensions.dailyexcelsior.com · India
POLITICSAug 13Putin visits islands claimed by Japan , angering TokyoPutin visited islands claimed by Japan, a move that has angered Tokyo. This highlights ongoing territorial disputes and international political friction.examiner.com.au · Australia
POLITICSAug 13Japan protests as Russia’s Putin visits disputed Kuril IslandsJapanese PM says Putin's visit to the Pacific island chain, seized by the Soviet Union in 1945, is 'unacceptable'.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 13Hong Kong woman acquitted of protest-related charges after return from AustraliaA Hong Kong woman who returned from Australia has been acquitted of two charges linked to the 2019 anti-government protests, after a magistrate found insufficient evidence that she was involved in the unrest. Eastern Court ruled on Thursday that prosecutors had failed to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that casino cashier Ami Chan Hui-ching, 21, carried two laser pointers and three bottles of spray paint for illegal purposes on September 8, 2019. Magistrate Edward Wong Ching-yu pointed out that...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 13The 11 key achievements of China’s ‘iron premier’ Zhu Rongji – in his own wordsKnown for his sharp intellect, no-nonsense demeanour and relentless drive for reform, China’s former premier Zhu Rongji was the primary architect of the country’s transition from an isolated, rigidly planned economy to a market-driven titan connected to the rest of the world. During his tenure from 1998 to 2003, he engineered an economic “soft landing”, steered the nation through the Asian Financial Crisis and secured entry into the WTO, laying the groundwork for the country’s historic...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 13Interview : ASEAN - China cooperation key to regional stability , growth , says Malaysian National News Agency CEOThe CEO of the Malaysian National News Agency stated that ASEAN-China cooperation is crucial for regional stability and growth. This highlights the importance of international relations for regional development.malaysiasun.com · Malaysia
POLITICSAug 13Zhu Rongji reforms fuel China’s economic transformationFormer Chinese premier Zhu Rongji, the driver of the nation’s economic reforms, died on Wednesday aged 97 following an illness. Zhu spearheaded China’s 2001 accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO), paving the way for an export boom that fuelled the country’s transformation into the world’s second-biggest economy. He also oversaw domestic market reforms that included closing hundreds of loss-making state enterprises and laying off some 30 million workers. The former Shanghai mayor was...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 13Putin pays his first visit to Pacific island chain claimed by Japan , drawing a protest from TokyoPresident Putin has visited a Pacific island chain claimed by Japan for the first time, prompting an official protest from Tokyo and highlighting ongoing territorial disputes.the-messenger.com · United States
POLITICSAug 13Interview : ASEAN - China cooperation key to regional stability , growth , says Malaysian National News Agency CEOThe CEO of the Malaysian National News Agency stated that cooperation between ASEAN and China is crucial for regional stability and economic growth. This highlights the importance of international partnerships in the Asia-Pacific region.bruneinews.net · Malaysia
POLITICSAug 13Russia Putin angers Japan with 1st visit to Kuril IslandsRussian President Putin's first visit to the Kuril Islands has caused anger in Japan. This event exacerbates an ongoing territorial dispute between the two nations.dw.com · Germany