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Hong Kong records first rise in new listings since 2020, as Beijing's policy pivot refuels optimism
Beijing's stimulus package has refueled companies' interest in raising capital in Hong Kong and lured back some foreign capital funds, experts said.CNBC - 10h -
China’s ‘magic weapon’ helping Beijing wield influence in the UK
United Front Work Department has payroll of thousands aiming to win support for Communist party’s agendaFinancial Times - 10h -
Weak China retail sales add to pressure on Beijing to lift economy
Consumption rises less than forecast in November, highlighting why leadership made it the top economic concernFinancial Times - 2d -
UK minister defends talks with Beijing despite China spy claims
Home secretary says Britain will take robust approach to any challenge to national or economic securityFinancial Times - 2d -
Ex-FBI officials worry that Kash Patel as director may wield unlimited power
Trump’s pick, who has gained key support, could open investigations unilaterally or influence background checks. Former FBI officials have warned that Donald Trump ’s nominee to be the next FBI ...The Guardian - 4d -
China bond yields hit record low after Beijing vows ‘vigorous’ effort to boost consumption
Xi Jinping and other top Communist party figures signal increased borrowing to boost economyFinancial Times - 5d -
Philippines considers new UN case against Beijing over South China Sea activity
Manila hopes to enlist other countries to add to pressure on ChinaFinancial Times - 6d -
Biden’s Top Aides Race to Middle East as Militias Wield Power in Syria
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken plans to hold meetings in Jordan and Turkey. Jake Sullivan, the national security adviser, is visiting Israel.The New York Times - 6d -
Indonesia arrests a Chinese man wanted by Beijing over money laundering charges
Indonesian authorities have arrested a Chinese man sought by Beijing for allegedly helping transfer and laundering almost $18 million from a criminal online gambling group in ChinaABC News - Dec. 5 -
Beijing Has Picked Off Taiwan's Remaining Allies. Taiwan Is Fighting Back.
President Lai Ching-te talked to House Speaker Mike Johnson in Guam while en route to Palau, the last of Taiwan’s three Pacific-nation allies.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5 -
China's AI balancing act — beating the U.S. but keeping the tech from threatening Beijing's rule
Prominent AI scientist Max Tegmark said the narrative of a geopolitical battle between the U.S. and China racing to build the smartest AI is a "suicide race."CNBC - Dec. 3