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‘Unfair competition’: EU announces tariffs on Chinese electric cars

The EU has long talked about unfair competition from China. After a nine-month probe, Brussels announced additional tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, establishing that those cars have benefited heavily from “unfair subsidies”, which pose a threat electric vehicle producers in Europe. Beijing has accused the EU of “naked protectionism” which…

France 24

EU brushes aside risk of China trade war over electric vehicle tariffs

Higher levies on Chinese EV imports to come into force despite carmakers’ fears of retaliation

The Guardian - UK

EU Slaps Chinese Electric Cars With Tariffs Of Up To 38%

The European Union on Thursday slapped extra provisional duties of up to 38 percent on Chinese electric car imports because of "unfair" state subsidies, despite Beijing's warnings the move would unleash a trade war.

International Business Times

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Washington's scrutiny of Chinese and Chinese-American scientists is hurting their productivity—and global scientific cooperation

U.S.-China tensions led to a 16% drop in Chinese students attending U.S. PhD programs between 2016 and 2019, according to a NBER working paper.

Fortune

Leaders of Russia, China attend summit of regional security grouping

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping are attending the summit of a security grouping created by Moscow and Beijing to counter Western alliances

The Independent UK

Putin and Xi hail ‘stability’ of China-Russia partnership on SCO sidelines

The duo founded central Asian security summit as counterpoint to Western might.

Al Jazeera

Putin, Xi Vie For Influence At Central Asian Summit

The leaders of Russia and China were in Kazakhstan on Wednesday for a regional summit, seeking to harden anti-Western alliances and press their influence in the strategic Central Asian region.

International Business Times

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Xi’s central Asia trip aims to cement ties as China vies for influence with Russia

SCO summit brings together leaders of global south but also likely to test Beijing and Moscow’s ‘strategic partnership’

The Guardian - UK

Shanghai Composite Index Rose 0.73% on Friday

Shenzhen Component Index finished nearly flat

Caixin Global

Xi Says China Planning 'Major' Reforms Ahead Of Key Political Meeting

Chinese President Xi Jinping said Friday that the ruling Communist Party was planning and implementing "major" reforms, ahead of a closely watched political conclave that is expected to put economic recovery high on the agenda.

International Business Times

From Beijing To Paris -- Russia's Fractious Relations With Sports

Doping, sanctions, Ukraine, an escalating war of words: Sporting powerhouse Russia's behaviour since breaking the Olympic truce in 2008 with the invasion of Georgia has taxed the patience of sporting bodies.

International Business Times

China's Economy In Focus Ahead Of Key July Political Meeting

A key political meeting that is watched for signals on China's economic direction will be held in mid-July, state media said Thursday, as policymakers seek to shore up a stuttering recovery.

International Business Times

China opens Chang'e 6 return capsule containing samples from moon's far side (video)

China's Chang'e 6 mission return capsule has been transferred to Beijing and opened to access its precious cargo — samples from the moon's mysterious far side.

Space

Taiwan Raises China Travel Alert Over Death Penalty Threat

China claims democratic Taiwan as part of its territory and has refused to rule out using force to bring the self-ruled island under its control.

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The Independent UK

China calls on scientists of all nations to study lunar samples, but notes obstacle with the US

China’s space officials said Thursday they welcomed scientists from across the world to apply to study the lunar rock samples the Chang’e 6 probe brought back to Earth in a historic mission, but noted there were limits to that cooperation, specifically with the U.S. Officials said at a televised press…

Fortune

Beijing backtracks on a law punishing clothing that hurts 'the feelings of the Chinese people' after a public outcry

People were concerned about the law's vagueness, after reported incidents where officials targeted people wearing traditional Japanese clothing.

The Independent UK

US ambassador calls China's tech support for Russia during Ukraine invasion a 'major mistake'

The U_S_ ambassador to Beijing says China's support for Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine by providing technology for missiles and other weaponry is a “major mistake.”

The Guardian - UK

At the Edge of Empire by Edward Wong review – changing state

A journalist merges family history with his own experience in Beijing to provide a fascinating insight into Chinese life and politics

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Al Jazeera

‘Axis of impunity’: How Putin-Kim deal could challenge existing world order

Two leaders signed mutual defence pact during Putin’s high-profile visit to North Korea, his first in 24 years.

International Business Times

China Premier Calls To 'Oppose Decoupling' At Economic Forum

China's premier called Tuesday for countries to "oppose decoupling", as economic tensions simmer between Beijing and the European Union, a key trading partner that is preparing to impose new tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles next month.

International Business Times

US Says China Fears N.Korea Crisis After Putin Trip

China, despite its public alliance with Russia, is worried North Korea could be emboldened into starting a regional crisis following President Vladimir Putin's visit, a top US official said Monday.

The Independent UK

Leader of NATO member Poland visits China, expecting to talk to Xi about Ukraine

Polish President Andrzej Duda has met with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on a visit to Beijing that brings the leader of a NATO member to a country that has backed Russia in its full-scale invasion of Ukraine

The Conversation

China’s crackdown on ‘wealth-flaunting’ social media puts pressure on influencers − both on the mainland and in Taiwan − to echo the party line

Chinese regulators are in the process of wrapping up a two-month “spring clean” of the country’s social media.

Fortune

Europe and China agree to talk about EV tariffs, a ‘first step’ to avoid a potential trade war between two of the world’s largest economies

The talks could help avoid a looming trade war between China and Europe which has already ensnared European brandy and pork.

Al Jazeera

China-backed hackers stepping up attacks on Taiwan, cybersecurity firm says

Hacking group RedJuliett compromised two dozen organisations in Taiwan and elsewhere, report says.

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