Xi Sticks to His Vision for China’s Rise Even as Growth Slows
Even with growth faltering in China, Xi Jinping appears imperiously assured that he possesses the right road map to surpass Western rivals.
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Microsoft destroys rival cloud firms' profit margins, Amazon-backed group alleges
Microsoft was accused Friday of abusing the dominance of its Azure cloud computing unit to squeeze a — and, in some cases, evaporate — the profit margins of rival cloud platforms in Europe.
British banker Jacob Rothschild dies aged 87
British financier Jacob Rothschild, a senior member of one of Europe's best-known banking dynasties, has died at the age of 87, his family announced on Monday.
In Taiwan, Visiting Lawmakers Say U.S. Support Is Firm
Visiting U.S. lawmakers sought to assure Taiwan on Thursday that the United States would stand by it in the face of pressure from China, though a bill that includes support for the island has stalled in Congress, and divisions over aid for Ukraine have fanned wider questions about Washington’s commitment to its partners.
China foreign minister courts Europe in wake of Trump's NATO taunt
SHANGHAI -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Saturday urged European countries to deepen cooperation with China as Beijing seeks to cement its position as a major player in global diplomacy.
Singapore budget focuses on relief for households, businesses amid rising costs: ‘we have your backs’
Wong, the deputy prime minister and finance chief, said the government would roll out measures including S$600 (US$445) in vouchers for each household and rebates to businesses, which would provide “near-term relief” amid inflation and higher operating costs.
Singapore pledges to support households and companies as costs rise
SINGAPORE — Singapore will increase support for households and companies in the city-state as the country continues to grapple with higher prices, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Lawrence Wong said Friday when he delivered the 2024 budget.
‘Safe’ Thailand to offer US$14,000 in medical coverage for tourists: ‘everyone will be under good care’
The government will cover expenses up to 500,000 baht (US$14,000) and pay compensation of up to 1 million baht in case of death under the new scheme.