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Setback For Xi Jinping's Military Ambitions? China's Newest Nuclear-Powered Submarine Reportedly Sank Earlier This Year, Says US Official
Friday, September 27, 2024 - 10:17am | 498A senior U.S. defense official revealed on Thursday that China’s latest nuclear-powered attack submarine sank earlier this year. The incident reportedly occurred between May and June. What Happened: The submarine, described as first-in-class, reportedly sank while docked at a pier. The cause...
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Chinese Economist Vanishes After Criticizing Xi Jinping On WeChat, Name Removed From Prestigious Beijing University Think Tank
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 - 11:08pm | 540Zhu Hengpeng, a prominent economist at a top Chinese think tank, has reportedly been detained and stripped of his roles after allegedly criticizing President Xi Jinping’s economic policies. What Happened: Zhu, who held the position of deputy director at the Institute of Economics at the state...
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Huawei, Riding High On Trifold Success, Launches Revolutionary Laptop Powered By Homegrown Chips, Software — China Ready To Break Free From US Tech Dependence?
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 - 11:01pm | 713The Qingyun L540 laptop, a product of Huawei Technologies, is a testament to China’s progress towards technological self-sufficiency, featuring a self-designed processor and a Chinese-made operating system. What Happened: The Qingyun L540 laptop is a prime example of China...
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After Criticizing Xi Jinping's Economic Policies, Leading Economist Zhu Hengpeng Reportedly Goes Missing In China
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 - 5:23am | 455A leading economist in China has vanished following critical comments about President Xi Jinping‘s economic policies. What Happened: Zhu Hengpeng, deputy director at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS), was detained after allegedly criticizing Xi in a private WeChat group. Zhu...
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Navy SEAL Team 6 Prepares For Potential Taiwan Conflict Amid Rapid Modernization Of Xi Jinping's Chinese PLA
Thursday, September 12, 2024 - 10:02pm | 530In response to increasing tensions with China, the US Navy’s elite Seal Team 6 has been preparing for potential missions in Taiwan, according to sources close to the preparations. What Happened: The covert commando unit, renowned for its role in the 2011 operation that resulted in Osama bin...
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Xi Jinping Vows To Strengthen China-North Korea Ties In Message To Kim Jong Un Amid Signs Of Diplomatic Strains
Monday, September 9, 2024 - 7:12am | 525In a recent development, Chinese President Xi Jinping has expressed his intent to strengthen ties with North Korea, despite indications of strained relations. What Happened: Xi, on Monday, conveyed his desire to enhance cooperation and strategic communication with North Korea, the South China...
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Xi Jinping Pledges $51B To Africa, Fails To Entice Taiwan's Lone African Ally As Eswatini Skips China's Summit
Thursday, September 5, 2024 - 5:30am | 454Chinese President Xi Jinping has pledged nearly $51 billion in funding to Africa at a grand banquet held for African leaders. However, Eswatini, Taiwan’s last remaining diplomatic ally in Africa, was notably absent from the event. What Happened: The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, a...
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NATO Ally Turkey Eyes BRICS Membership After EU Snub: Erdogan Pushes For Stronger Ties With 'All Sides In A Multipolar World'
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 - 3:05am | 710The clout of the BRICS — a coalition of developing nations set up to challenge the dominance of Western nations — is growing in prominence by the day, and the latest evidence is the quest of the transcontinental nation of Turkey to join the alliance. What Happened: Turkey, formally called the...
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Joe Biden And Xi Jinping Set To Talk, Says White House, Following Top US Security Advisor's China Trip
Thursday, August 29, 2024 - 3:39am | 626The stage is set for a high-level dialogue between U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping, following U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan‘s visit to China. What Happened: As per a White House announcement on Wednesday, Sullivan had a meeting with Chinese Communist...
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Xi Jinping-Biden Meeting 'Highly Likely,' Says Expert, As US National Security Adviser Heads To Beijing
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 - 7:53am | 520In a significant development, Jake Sullivan, the U.S. National Security Adviser, landed in Beijing, sparking speculation of a potential summit between U.S. President Joe Biden and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping. This news comes despite the prevailing low expectations and heightened tensions...
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Driven By Xi Jinping's Goal For 'New Productive Forces,' China Now Races Against Tesla To Build Battery-Powered Humanoid Robots
Friday, August 23, 2024 - 4:04am | 543China is making strides in the race against Elon Musk’s Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) to develop battery-powered humanoid robots for use in electric vehicle (EV) assembly lines. What Happened: The World Robot Conference in Beijing showcased humanoid robots from over two dozen Chinese companies,...
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Trump Says Kim Jong Un Called President Biden 'Stupid,' Praises Russian President, Xi Jinping, And Himself For Being 'Tough' And 'Smart' During Interview With Elon Musk
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 - 4:51am | 721Donald Trump has revealed that Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, has referred to President Joe Biden as a “stupid man.” Trump also lauded other controversial leaders during a recent interview. What Happened: In a conversation with Tesla Inc. CEO Elon Musk on the social media...
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Nvidia's High-Tech AI Chips Reach Xi Jinping's Military, Sidestepping US Trade Restrictions: Report
Monday, August 5, 2024 - 7:31am | 644Advanced AI chips from Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) are reportedly making their way into China, despite a U.S. blockade, potentially aiding the Chinese military’s technological progress. What Happened: A group of smugglers is allegedly bypassing the U.S. national security blockade to...
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As China Deals With Population Crisis, Xi Jinping's Nation Launches First University Degree Program That Covers Matchmaking, Wedding Planning And Marriage Counseling
Friday, August 2, 2024 - 4:02am | 489In a novel move, Xi Jinping’s China has launched its first university degree program centered on marriage. The comprehensive curriculum includes courses on matchmaking, wedding planning, and marriage counseling. What Happened: The Beijing-based Vocational University of Civil Affairs, under...
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China-Russia Trade Faces Hurdles As Global Banks Return 80% Of Yuan Transfers, Delaying Payments By 6 Months Amid US Sanctions
Thursday, August 1, 2024 - 5:40am | 493The trade relationship between Xi Jinping’s China and Vladimir Putin’s Russia is under strain, with payments being delayed for up to six months and a high percentage of bank transfers being returned. What Happened: Nearly 80% of bank transfers made in Chinese yuan are being returned...