Vietnam’s president resigns, raising questions over stability
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U.S. congressional delegation pledges continued defense support for Taiwan
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — A bipartisan U.S. congressional delegation pledged continued support for Taiwan on Thursday, days after Congress approved $300 million in military aid for the self-governed island that’s claimed by China.
Top Chinese official says green, high tech development key as nation seeks to spur economy
BOAO, China (AP) — China is committed to reforms that will upgrade the technological level of its largely manufacturing-based economy and exploit green technologies expected to drive around $1.4 trillion in annual revenues, a senior Communist Party official said Thursday.
China lifts heavy tariffs on Australian wine as ties improve
HONG KONG (AP) — China on Thursday said it will lift tariffs placed on Australian wine over three years ago, in a sign of improving ties between the two countries.
China’s latest EV is a ‘connected’ car from smart phone and electronics maker Xiaomi
BEIJING (AP) — Xiaomi, a well-known maker of smart consumer electronics in China, is joining the country’s booming but crowded market for electric cars.
As Relations Thaw, China Lifts Tariffs on Australian Wine
In a sign of easing tensions between Australia and China, China said Thursday it will lift the tariffs it placed on Australian wine more than three years ago.
China lifts punitive tariffs on Australian wine after three years
SYDNEY -- China's Ministry of Commerce announced Thursday it will lift the punitive tariffs that have plagued Australian vintners for three years, signaling an end to an especially challenging phase for the industry.