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Most of Shanghai has ended virus spread, 1M left in lockdown

Authorities say most of Shanghai has stopped the spread of the coronavirus in the community and fewer than 1 million people remain under strict lockdown

The Independent UK

US, EU to Boost Coordination on Semiconductor Supply, Russia

The United States and the European Union plan to announce on Monday a joint effort aimed at identifying semiconductor supply disruptions as well as countering Russian disinformation, officials said. Top US officials are visiting the French scientific hub of Saclay for a meet up of the Trade and Technology Council,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Uyghur county in China has highest prison rate in the world

In oasis towns and villages by the desert in China’s far west Xinjiang region, over 10,000 Uyghurs have vanished – ripped from their families and sentenced to years, even decades in prison on vague, secretive charges

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Uyghur county in China has highest prison rate in the world

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The Independent UK

Shanghai targets June COVID lockdown exit as China economy slumps

Shanghai set out plans on Monday for the end of a painful COVID-19 lockdown that has lasted more than six weeks, heavily bruising China's economy, and for the return of more normal life from June 1.

Reuters

China’s economy slows sharply as ‘zero COVID’ pummels activity

Lockdowns in dozens of Chinese cities drag consumption and industrial production to lowest levels since early 2020.

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China's economy slumps from COVID-19 lockdowns, ASX rises as Brambles considers $20b takeover bid

Australian shares closed higher after a mixed day of trading, after China revealed that its economy had suffered a worse-than-expected slump in April as a result of its widening COVID-19 lockdowns.

ABC News

India's rocky road to social media independence

The prospect of freeing India from the grip of big social media platforms is alluring, but an embrace of local start-ups comes with its own risks.

360info

First durian air shipment lands at Nanning airport

The first batch of durians exported by air from Thailand has arrived at Nanning Wuxu International Airport in Guangxi, China, following an effort to boost trade between the two countries by air.

Bangkok Post

High stakes for Asean

The declaration after the summit of the leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) and the United States that they will commit to a "comprehensive strategic partnership" poses a new challenge to the regional bloc.

Bangkok Post

President Joe Biden names envoy to ASEAN bloc, stressing US commitment to South-East Asia

President Joe Biden announces he's nominating one of his top national security aides as ambassador to ASEAN, aiming to underscore his administration's commitment to the Pacific region.

ABC News

Alan Kohler: The time for lazy, comfortable government is over

If Treasurer Josh Frydenberg loses his seat on Saturday his best legacy could end up being his commissioning of a review of Australian productivity.

The New Daily

LETTERS: It'd be preferential to have a different voting system

Newcastle Herald readers have their say

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Newsroom.co.nz

Chinese techno-nationalism more than mere propaganda

After decades of lagging behind, China’s technological innovation competes on the world stage. It has helped define what Chinese nationalism looks like today, writes Jun Zhang.

The Guardian - UK

China’s struggles delight some – but should make us all nervous

Covid has amplified the threats that accompany the country’s role as an economic superpower

Foreign Policy

Chinese TikTok Users Are in Love With ‘Daddy Putin’

ABC News

Shanghai aims to reopen more businesses shut down by COVID-19 lockdown, Beijing battles on

Shanghai will gradually begin reopening businesses such as shopping malls and hair salons in China's financial and manufacturing hub from Monday after weeks of strict coronavirus lockdown, while Beijing battles a small but stubborn outbreak.

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Reason

Mike Solana Wants You To Commit Thoughtcrimes

The Hereticon organizer on deplatforming, tribalism, and why tech dudes and journalists are natural enemies

The Guardian - UK

China has avoided the grim US Covid toll. But at what cost?

Shanghai was once a symbol of modernity and openness. Xi’s ruthless strategy risks a very bleak future

WEKU

G7 warn of Ukraine grain crisis, ask China not to aid Russia

The Group of Seven leading economies warned Saturday that the war in Ukraine is stoking a global food and energy crisis which threatens poor countries.

Bangkok Post

China tightens curbs on overseas travel as part of Covid battle

HONG KONG: China has said it will impose tight restrictions on "non-essential" overseas travel for its citizens to help contain the worst coronavirus outbreak the country has seen in the past two years.

Reuters

Japan's Okinawa marks half century since U.S. handover as regional tensions grow

The Japanese island chain of Okinawa marked the 50th anniversary on Sunday of the end of U.S. occupation and its return to Japan with calls for more economic growth and fewer U.S. bases despite growing worries over its proximity to an increasingly assertive China.

InsideEVs

China: Tesla Model Y Remains The Top Premium Crossover/SUV YTD In April

The Made-in-China (MIC) Tesla Model Y remains the best selling premium model in the crossover/SUV category in China, regardless of the powertrain.

RideApart

Mandrill Garage’s BMW R18 Makes Use Of Custom 3D-Printed Parts

Metal and plastic parts were 3D printed for Mandrill Garage’s R18. The builder from China took inspiration from different eras to create the Dark Phoenix.

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