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Russia pushes ‘new world order’ agenda as it hosts beefed-up BRICS summit
Russian President Vladimir Putin attends the BRICS Business Forum in Moscow, Russia October 18, 2024. Alexander Zemlianichenko | Via Reuters Russia is rolling out the red carpet to its geopolitical allies as it hosts the latest BRICS summit on Tuesday, pushing its agenda to create a “new world order” that challenges the West. The group […]
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India, China reach pact to resolve border conflict, Indian foreign minister says
India and China have reached a deal on patrolling their disputed frontier to end a four-year military stand-off, the Indian foreign minister said on Monday, paving the way for improved political and business ties between the Asian giants. Estherpoon | Istock | Getty Images India and China have reached a deal on patrolling their disputed frontier to end a […]
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China-led regional group calls for countering protectionist policies, sanctions
The Chinese national flag flies outside the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Beijing on July 26, 2023. Greg Baker | Afp | Getty Images A China-led 10-state regional group criticized what it called protectionist trade measures on Wednesday, part of an intensifying standoff between Beijing and Western countries over tariffs on Chinese products. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization, a […]
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‘No challenges can stop China’s progress’ Xi Jinping says in 75th anniversary speech
Key Points Chinese President Xi Jinping said Monday that no challenges can stop the country from moving forward. He also reiterated Beijing’s aims for reunification with Taiwan. Xi was speaking at a reception commemorating the 75th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China, which was founded on Oct.1, 1949. Source
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China optimism is surging. Why some investors are cautious
Key Points China’s latest policy signals have a bigger impact on sentiment than resolving deeper issues such as real estate, analysts said. “The ‘shock and awe’ strategy could be meant to jumpstart the markets and boost confidence,” said Ting Lu, chief China economist at Nomura, but eventually it is still necessary to introduce well thought […]
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China begins anti-dumping probe into Canadian rapeseed
Cooking oils made from canola from Canada and soybeans are offered for sale at a grocery store on April 26, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. Scott Olson | Getty Images China announced on Monday the start of a one-year anti-dumping investigation into imports of rapeseed from Canada, just weeks before Ottawa’s 100% tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles and other products come into force. […]
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China Renaissance shares plunge after 17-month suspension, former chairman’s detention
Shares of boutique investment bank China Renaissance fell as much as 72% to a record low on Monday when they resumed trading 17 months after being suspended during a probe involving its then-chairman and CEO Bao Fan. Greg Baker | AFP | Getty Images Shares of boutique investment bank China Renaissance fell as much as 72% to a record […]
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In his new book, Trump threatens to imprison Mark Zuckerberg and says he ‘got along well’ with Putin
Former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during the NRA ILA Leadership Forum at the National Rifle Association (NRA) Annual Meeting & Exhibits at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center on May 18, 2024 in Dallas, Texas. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images In a new book of photographs, former President Donald Trump describes his term in […]
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China’s Xi meets with U.S. national security advisor Sullivan
US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan shakes hands with China’s President Xi Jinping during their meeting at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on August 29, 2024. Trevor Hunnicutt BEIJING — Chinese President Xi Jinping told U.S. national security advisor Jake Sullivan during a meeting Thursday that Beijing hopes Washington will find “a […]
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Biden and Xi to speak after rare U.S. security adviser trip to China
Key Points U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to speak over the phone in “coming weeks,” the White House said Wednesday. The announcement came amid U.S. national security adviser Jake Sullivan’s trip to Beijing this week to meet with Wang Yi, China’s top diplomat. The last official trip to China […]
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