China’s Xi claims ‘reunification’ with Taiwan is ‘inevitable’ as crucial election looms
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South China Sea: Philippine coastguard accuses Chinese vessels of ‘dangerous, blocking manoeuvres’
The Philippine Coast Guard on Sunday accused Chinese vessels of “dangerous” manoeuvres during a nine-day patrol near a reef off the coast of the Southeast Asian country.
Sanctioned Huawei moving from strength to strength
Huawei’s mobile telecom business is on the rebound with the recovery of its smartphone market share in China and the deployment of a 5.5G pilot network in Beijing.
Philippines says joint exercises held with US in South China Sea
MANILA - The Philippines and the United States conducted joint maritime exercises in the South China Sea on Friday (Feb 9), the Philippine military said, the latest round of drills underlining ongoing expansion of their defence ties.
China names a new stock regulator and reports new developer financing in a bid to soothe markets
BANGKOK (AP) — Chinese shares rose Thursday as investors appeared to welcome Beijing’s choice of an industry veteran to head its securities watchdog, in its latest effort to boost confidence in ailing markets.
AP PHOTOS: Asia welcomes Lunar New Year of the Dragon with temple visits and celebrations
People across Asia welcomed the Lunar New Year on Saturday with family gatherings, festivals and temple visits to ask for blessings.
Chinese technology company lashes back at US claims it has ties to military
BANGKOK (AP) — A Nasdaq-listed Chinese technology company that makes parts for self-driving vehicles is threatening to sue the U.S. government after it was included in a list of companies the Pentagon says have links to the Chinese military.