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China and Egypt Conduct Joint Air Force Exercise China's People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) recently engaged in its first joint air exercise with the Egyptian Air Force, covering a distance of approximately 6,000 km one way, with a total of 12,000 km round
Finance and Economics
The Insatiable Need for Data Centers In a recent development reported by World Journal, it has become glaringly evident that the demand for data centers driven by artificial intelligence (AI) remains robust. Indeed, this comes amidst rising skepticism about tech companies in an era characterized by broader economic slowdowns. Yet,
Finance and Economics
Technological Innovations and Labor Dynamics in Chinese Firms The recent announcement by Sina.cn centers around JD.com's bold initiative to enhance delivery operations and employee conditions. JD.com has declared a policy where delivery orders delayed beyond 20 minutes will be free of charge. This move comes
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Impeachment in South Korea: A Political Drama Continues The recent court proceedings involving former South Korean President Kim Wol Il have been a point of significant tension and political drama in South Korea. According to a CCTV report, Kim faced accusations of inciting domestic turmoil. The trial, held behind closed
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Nature's Reopening: Beijing's Parks and Gardens As of April 14, Beijing is set to reopen all its city parks. This marks a significant move as key locations such as the Yanhe Park and Xiangshan Park are welcoming back visitors. According to a report from The Paper,
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International Finance Reactions: China and Global Markets International perspectives are contrastingly highlighted by Tencent's coverage of global reactions to Chinese markets. According to Tencent, geopolitical tensions, like tariff disputes initiated by the U.S., have prompted a rush for the Chinese Yuan by foreign investors. This finance-driven narrative
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U.S.-Iran Negotiations: A New Pathway or Just the Beginning? The recent talks between the United States and Iran in Oman signify a critical point in U.S.-Iran relations. According to United Daily News, key issues discussed were the de-escalation of Middle Eastern tensions and limitations on Iran&
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The Strategic Dance Between China and Spain On April 11, Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez in Beijing, marking an important diplomatic engagement between the two countries. As reported by the Foreign Ministry of China, the meeting focused on strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation across
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Japan's Missile Drills: A Gesture of Deterrence Japan's announcement to conduct land-to-ship missile drills domestically for the first time highlights a strategic military move aimed at enhancing deterrence capabilities. The United Daily News reports that these drills will employ the Type 88 missile in Hokkaido, with
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Trade War Escalations: Reciprocal Tariffs and Retaliatory Measures As the Sino-American trade skirmish intensifies, recent developments mark the advent of what could be a protracted period of economic friction. UDN reports that the U.S. Administration under President Trump has imposed a sweeping tariff policy, escalating duties on Chinese imports
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U.S.-China Trade Tensions Xinhua reported that China's Ministry of Commerce convened a roundtable with American enterprises to assure that foreign companies operating in China, including American ones, will be safeguarded amidst ongoing trade pressures. China's stance remains solid: opening its market is a priority
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The Controversial "Reciprocal Tariffs" The notion of "reciprocal tariffs" recently introduced by the U.S. has sparked significant international backlash, raising concerns over the integrity of the global trading system. As reported by Xinhua, the U.S. government announced on April 2, 2025, that it would