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China and Russia's 'profound' ties will not change despite 'turbulent' geopolitical landscape, Xi tells Putin
Putin called the partnership "one of the main stabilizing factors in the international arena."Business - CNBC - October 23 -
Xi tightens stranglehold on China’s academia
Scholars fired or disappeared as Beijing clamps down on discussion of sensitive topics including economyWorld - Financial Times - October 23 -
Behind Xi Jinping's Pivot on Broad China Stimulus
A bevy of bad news prompted action from the leader—but not a full U-turn.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 15 -
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Indonesia’s president seeks closer ties to Xi and China
First foreign trip in office signals Beijing’s importance for investment but will be followed by US visitWorld - Financial Times - Yesterday -
Why Xi Jinping changed his mind on China’s fiscal stimulus
After resisting calls to intervene, Beijing has made a sudden U-turn. But will the package be enough to get the economy back on track?Business - Financial Times - October 22 -
A Modi-Xi Meeting Could Signal a Thaw Between India and China
A meeting between the two leaders comes just two days after they settled a tense border dispute in the Himalayas. But experts said their long-term geopolitical rivalry would persist.World - The New York Times - October 24 -
Xi Jinping’s meeting with Narendra Modi signals China-India thaw
Formal encounter at Brics summit is leaders’ first in five years and follows deal on patrols along disputed borderBusiness - Financial Times - October 23 -
With Pressures at Home and Abroad, China's Xi and India's Modi Thaw Ties
The two leaders held their first formal meeting in five years as they seek to ease tensions and focus on other geopolitical and economic challenges.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 23 -
Trump: China's Xi Jinping would handle Harris 'like a baby'
Former President Trump in a Thursday interview challenged Vice President Harris’s ability to oversee foreign relations with China if elected president. During an appearance on the conservative ...Politics - The Hill - October 24 -
A Xi Enforcer Is Revving Up China's Spy Machine---and Alarming the West
The intelligence agency accused of steering cyberattacks on the U.S. has grown more powerful with a trusted protégé of the Chinese leader at the helm.World - The Wall Street Journal - 18 hours ago -
Putin Welcomes Xi and Other World Leaders to Russia for BRICS Summit
The Russian leader wants to cast himself as a global statesman, even as the U.S. and its Western allies try to isolate him.World - The New York Times - October 22 -
China's Top Carmaker Dominates Foreign Rivals With $14,000 Plug-In Hybrid
From tariffs to technology restrictions, global challenges are mounting for Chinese carmakers, but BYD has been unstoppable.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 14 -
It's a clash of the coaches as rivals Ohio Sate vs. Penn State square off
When the No. 3 Penn State and No. 4 Ohio State meet Saturday, a single question looms over both coaches. Can either win when it matters most?Top stories - NBC News - November 1 -
Fischer fends off independent rival in Nebraska Senate race
Sen. Deb Fischer (D-Neb.) is projected to win reelection, surviving a surprise challenge from independent candidate Dan Osborn in the Nebraska Senate race, according to Decision Desk HQ. Fischer, a ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
'You can't show weakness' - why African leaders maintain secrecy around their health
There is a long history of African leaders hiding or lying about their health to keep rivals at bay.Top stories - BBC News - October 19 -
China tightens export controls for tech and goods with military use, ahead of Xi's trip to Russia
China unveiled a set of regulations on export control of goods and technologies that could be used for military purposes.Business - CNBC - October 21 -
China and India should manage their differences, Xi tells Modi in first formal talks in 5 years
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi agreed to boost cooperation between their countries and resolve conflicts to help improve ties.Top stories - NBC News - October 24 -
As the West watches Xi-Putin meetings, China touts crackdown on military goods to Russia
Beijing has walked a diplomatic tightrope throughout the Russia-Ukraine war.Business - CNBC - October 25 -
China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts, including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer, entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.Top stories - CBS News - October 30 -
Italian President Mattarella meets Chinese leader Xi in Beijing amid complex ties
Italian President Sergio Mattarella has met with Chinese leader Xi Jinping Friday on an official visit to ChinaWorld - ABC News - Yesterday -
China Holds War Games Encircling Taiwan in Warning to Island’s Leader
Scores of Chinese aircraft and dozens of ships surrounded Taiwan, after President Lai Ching-te rejected Beijing’s claim over the island.World - The New York Times - October 14 -
Trump Is Courting Apolitical Young Men. Will It Pay Off?
Gen Z men are increasingly turning away from the Democratic Party, swayed by the former president’s bravado and irreverence. But they also do not usually vote in high numbers.Top stories - The New York Times - November 1 -
U.S. companies reassert their dominance of Fortune Global 500 ranks vs. rival China
A dramatic turnaround since 2022 represents both China’s struggles and robust performance from U.S. companies.Business - MarketWatch - October 15 -
How Hollywood ran shy of geopolitics
Film distributors are increasingly wary of anything that might prove controversialWorld - Financial Times - November 2 -
Swedish court jails far-right leader who burned Qur’an
Danish politician Rasmus Paludan sentenced to four months for incitement against ethnic group. A far-right Danish-Swedish politician has been sentenced to prison on charges of incitement against an ...World - The Guardian - 4 days ago -
Moscow and Beijing announce further cooperation during international group meeting in Pakistan
Leaders and top officials from an international group founded to counter Western alliances have met in Pakistan’s capital, with Moscow and Beijing announcing they will boost cooperationWorld - ABC News - October 16 -
World’s biggest gambling hub rolls dice on new China-backed leader
Former top judge Sam Hou Fai has criticised ‘wild’ expansion of Macau’s gaming sectorWorld - Financial Times - October 17 -
RFK Jr. asks Supreme Court to take him off Wisconsin’s ballot
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. asked the Supreme Court for an injunction taking him off Wisconsin’s presidential ballot in an emergency request docketed Wednesday. Since suspending his independent ...Politics - The Hill - October 23 -
Indonesia says it drove Chinese coastguard ships out of disputed waters
Beijing’s sweeping maritime claims and muscular enforcement actions have been creating friction in South China SeaWorld - Financial Times - October 24 -
China’s favourite tipple may finally shake off its hangover
Rebound in overseas sales and share buybacks could help Kweichow Moutai recoverBusiness - Financial Times - October 25 -
China declares success as its youngest astronauts reach space
The BBC’s Laura Bicker sees the Shenzhou 19 spacecraft take off in a record year of space exploration.Top stories - BBC News - October 30 -
Foreclosures in China Soar, Threatening to Choke Off Bank Profits
When the housing market was flying high, mortgage defaults were almost nonexistent. But now the legal system is struggling to keep up with evictions.Business - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
China Moves to Ease Debt Concerns---but Again Holds Off on Stimulus Measures
Investors’ hopes for large-scale support for the economy were dashed after an anticipatory stock-market surge in recent weeks.World - The Wall Street Journal - Yesterday
