Tag: China
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Hong Kong in shock after worst violence in years
Are we witnessing the last gasp of democracy in Hong Kong? The city’s streets are a battlefield between police and protesters who accuse their leaders of caving in to the might of China.
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Happy New Year! China welcomes Year of the Pig
Today, one fifth of the world’s population is celebrating the start of a new year — one that promises to bring prosperity, joy and relaxation. That is, if you believe in the Chinese zodiac…
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‘Emperor Xi’ and the great Chinese power grab
Should we be worried about Xi Jinping? The Chinese president is abolishing term limits, potentially making him leader-for-life. But to some, this is a comforting sign of stability.
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Trump meets Xi: China’s trade role under fire
The US president has met his Chinese counterpart in Florida, after criticising the country over its trade policies. Is China’s dominance of global manufacturing good for the world?
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Trump & trade: a new era for globalisation
Building walls, scrapping trade deals, making America ‘great again’ — Donald Trump’s presidency is set to be a turning point in the rebellion against globalisation. Is it worth fighting for?
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Philippines row puts Obama’s legacy under fire
The president of the Philippines has threatened to throw US troops out of his country. It is the latest blow to President Obama in Asia. Was he wrong to place so much focus on the far east?
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Final Tiananmen Square prisoner to walk free
He has been imprisoned for 27 years for throwing a basket at a burning tank during China’s devastating pro-democracy protests. Now, Miao Deshun will be released. Has his country changed?
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Happy new year! Time for some monkey business
Today marks China’s biggest festival: the first day of the new lunar year. The mischievous Fire Monkey could bring lots of surprises throughout 2016 — if you believe in astrology, that is.
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Royal welcome for ‘cave-dwelling’ President Xi
China’s enigmatic President Xi has been welcomed to Britain this week with every honour. Born a darling of the Communist party, his formative years were spent in a remote farming village.
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Desperation as Hong Kong protests get violent
Pro-democracy protesters have been hospitalised after the most violent clashes with police so far. Some are tired of passive protests and want to escalate the situation. Will it end in disaster?
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Rising giants threaten US-led world order
Long considered the world’s policeman, the United States now finds its privileged superpower status challenged from the Baltic to Asia. Will it still be the dominant power in a decade?
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India’s ‘water grab’ threatens the Himalayas
The world’s highest mountain range could be at risk as neighbouring countries rush to dam its mighty rivers. Will it be an environmental disaster or is it a green way to harness nature?
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Pro-democracy protesters take over Hong Kong
China plans to curb the free and democratic elections of the former British colony and many citizens have decided to make a stand. Will their protest make a difference?
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UK visit by China’s PM proves controversial
On his first trade visit to the UK, Li Keqiang could agree to investment deals worth £18bn. It’s good for business, but should the UK be doing more to confront China about human rights?
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Veterans gather for D-Day’s 70th anniversary
The invasion of Normandy was a crucial moment in WWII and today former soldiers and world leaders are gathering to remember it. But are we overlooking other major events of this global war?