10 Dead, 6 Missing in China Mining Accident: State Media
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10 killed, 6 missing in coal mine explosion in Henan Province, China. 425 workers were underground. Mining safety has improved, but accidents still common....
China Steps Up Myanmar Contacts on Border Stability, Phone Scams
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Chinese officials met with Myanmar leaders to discuss border security and crackdown on telecom scams, showing growing frustration with Myanmar's lack of action against...
China Eases Visa Requirements for US Travelers to Boost Tourism
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China eases visa restrictions for US travelers, eliminating need for round-trip tickets, hotel reservations, or invitations. Effort to revive tourism sector post-pandemic. Hindered by...
Milei’s Government Pays IMF Without Tapping China Currency Swap
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Argentina avoided tapping into China's currency swap by securing a loan from CAF to pay its IMF debt, amid tensions with China after Milei's...
Hong Kong Publisher to Stand Trial This Week Under Beijing’s Dissident Crackdown
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The trial of Hong Kong's famous activist Jimmy Lai, under China's crackdown on dissidents, has been delayed for over a year. It's seen as...
Missing Chinese Bonanza hinders Thailand’s recovery
Thailand's PM aimed for more Chinese tourists, but only a third are expected to visit this year, posing a challenge for the country's economy.
US, Philippines Condemn Chinese Coast Guard’s ‘High-Seas Assault’
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The Philippine and the United States condemned the Chinese coast guard's assault and harm to three Filipino fisheries vessels near the disputed Scarborough Shoal...
Hong Kong’s LGBTQ Community Scores Legal Victories
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Hong Kong made significant progress on LGBTQ rights, but uncertainty remains. The government is urged to keep pace as public approval and court rulings...
