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Rare glimpse inside China’s halls of power as Beijing hosts major political event amid high security

‘Two Sessions’, the country’s most high-profile political forum, is open to the world, but protests in Beijing will meet with a tough response

The Guardian - UK

‘Two Sessions’ congress: The economic goals in Chinese leaders’ coded language

China’s “Two Sessions” congress that began this week is the country’s most important political event of the year. To understand what’s at stake, it helps to have some fluency in Chinese Communist Party (CCP) parlance. Terms such as “new productive forces” and “new three” appear vague, but they speak volumes…

France 24

Bhutan PM Tobgay’s India visit to focus on bilateral pacts, development and connectivity projects

Bhutan's PM Tshering Tobgay to visit Delhi for high-level talks on bilateral agreements, development projects, and boundary talks.

The Hindu

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China's Role In Ukraine Conflict Raises Global Concerns

China's evolving stance on Ukraine conflict and growing trade with Russia impact global diplomacy and trade relations.

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Hong Kong unveils new national security bill that strengthens powers to suppress dissent

The EU has said it has ‘grave converns’ about the bill

Evening Standard

Hong Kong Unveils New National Security Law With Tough Penalties

Hong Kong on Friday introduced the draft bill of a new national security law that includes life sentences for major offences such as treason and insurrection.

International Business Times

Treason could mean life sentence under new Hong Kong national security law

Debate has begun on Article 23 – legislation designed to bring laws closer to those of mainland China

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Hong Kong prepares tough new national security punishments

New bill includes lengthy prison terms for offences such as treason and longer sentences for acts deemed to be sedition.

Al Jazeera

North Korea’s COVID curbs still strangling economy, report says

Cross-border movement of people and trade have practically evaporated since the pandemic, Human Rights Watch says.

Al Jazeera

The MH370 families seeking closure, justice and a fresh search

Compensation cases have stalled in the courts, and authorities are pledging a fresh search only if there is compelling new evidence, leaving victims’ relatives in limbo

The Guardian - AU

Troubled waters: On the tensions between China and the Philippines

What is adding to tensions in the South China Sea is the overall deterioration in ties between China and the Philippines

The Hindu

Chinese FM Blasts US 'Suppression', Defends Russia Ties

The "Two Sessions" -- parallel meetings of China's rubber-stamp parliament and political consultative body -- offer a rare glimpse into the strategy of President Xi Jinping's Communist Party-led government for the year ahead.

International Business Times

China Trade Surges In First Two Months Of 2024

China's exports sharply accelerated in the first two months of 2024, official figures showed Thursday, providing policymakers a bright spot as they battle to revive the world's second-largest economy.

International Business Times

China pledges to deepen Russia ties and criticises US ‘obsession’ with suppressing Beijing

Foreign minister Wang Yi – speaking at the Two Sessions – said it was unacceptable some countries are at the table while others are ‘on the menu’

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Malaysia slams West for failing to stand up for Gaza

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim called on Australia to be consistent in how it advocates for human rights after the death toll in Gaza surpassed 30,000.

International Business Times

What We Learned From Chinese Foreign Minister's Press Briefing

China's foreign minister gave a rare press conference to foreign media on Thursday, outlining Beijing's positions on major global issues as it holds annual political meetings known as the Two Sessions.

The Hindu

India, Japan seek to make U.N. structure more contemporary: EAM Jaishankar

India and Japan are natural partners in re-globalisation, sharing affinities as democracies and market economies.

International Business Times

Hong Kong Court Lowers Bar For Sedition Convictions

Hong Kong's appeal court lowered the bar for sedition convictions on Thursday in a ruling expected to affect ongoing trials of news outlets and the government's new national security law.

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Australia bolsters trade, peacekeeping with Vietnam

Australia and Vietnam's relationship has grown closer as the nations announced law enforcement and economic initiatives to bolster trade and thwart crime.

International Business Times

China Will Be Global 'Force For Peace': Foreign Minister

China will be a global force for peace and stability, the country's foreign minister Wang Yi said at a press conference in Beijing on Thursday.

International Business Times

Senior US Lawmaker To Attend Taiwan Presidential Inauguration

A top US lawmaker said Wednesday he would visit Taiwan for the inauguration of President-elect Lai Ching-te, a year after his last trip to the self-governing democracy provoked anger from China.

The Guardian - UK

‘Big bullies’: Maldives turns away from India as China woos it with aid

Defence deal signed by islands’ pro-Beijing president has ignited a row with powerful neighbour and benefactor

Top News

Flashback: Surprising Events Before And During The Pandemic

Explore the events and cultural phenomena that shaped the pre-pandemic era and early days of COVID-19, emphasizing resilience and community support.

International Business Times

Hong Kong Minister Says No Social Media Ban Under Security Law

Hong Kong's justice minister said Wednesday the city does not plan to ban social media under a proposed national security law after a public consultation document included suggestions that some apps should be barred.

The Hindu

India ensured no one exercises hegemony in Indian Ocean region: Rajnath

Rajnath Singh stated that the Navy is ensuring that no country, with its overwhelming economic and military power, is able to assert dominance over friendly countries or threaten their sovereignty.

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