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US Lawmakers Issue Dire Warnings on China Competition

Voice of America

In the space of 24 hours this week, a pair of U.S. House committees held hearings exploring measures to counter Beijing’s aggressive use of economic power against the U.S. and its allies.

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What Does China Want in Ukraine?

The Interpreter

Beijing has reservations about Putin’s war, but seeing Moscow take a beating is not in China’s interests.

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Chinese Capital’s Population Declines for First Time Since 2003

Voice of America

In January, China announced it had entered an “era of negative population growth,” after figures showed a historic drop in the number of people for the first time in six decades.

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China Said To Ask Domestic Firms To Shun Big Four Accountants

Voice of America

Beijing is concerned that the audits might give access to information about the problems of the state-owned enterprises that they regard as sensitive, analysts say.

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China Urges Russia-Ukraine Cease-fire and Peace Talks

Deutsche Welle

China’s 12-point position paper on the war in Ukraine comes amid Western accusations Beijing is considering supplying arms to Russia. Western leaders have questioned Beijing’s willingness to mediate and its credibility as a mediator.

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Is China Pivoting Away From ‘Wolf-warrior’ Diplomacy?

Deutsche Welle

Political analysts say the appointment of a new Chinese foreign minister may reflect Beijing’s attempt to soften its foreign policy approach and warm up to Western diplomats — or fortify itself against U.S. rivalry.

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China’s Soaring Covid Numbers Raise Global Fears

Deutsche Welle

Investors have welcomed China’s shift away from the zero-Covid strategy as good news for the world economy in the longer run. However, there are more immediate worries about the near-term impact of surging case numbers on trade and industry.

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A Step-up for China’s Involvement in the Middle East

The Interpreter

Beijing will soon supplant Washington as a dominant security partner ­– and the Arab world sees a chance for leverage.

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China Blames Foreigners for Inciting Protests

Voice of America

Analysts say foreigners offering critical comments about the protests or making contacts with protesters could be blamed for instigating, shaping, and guiding the demonstrations.

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As Zero-Covid Protests in China Continue, a Battle Erupts Online

Voice of America

Protesters are trying to circumvent government censors who are believed to use an automated system to help block prohibited content.

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