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In talks with US, China says it will ‘never compromise’ on Taiwan

Warning in talks between Chinese and US military officials comes days before self-ruled island holds elections.

Al Jazeera

Taiwan Voters Face Flood Of Pro-China Disinformation

From deepfakes to breathless TikTok videos, a wave of disinformation has hit Taiwan's voters ahead of Saturday's presidential election, aimed overwhelmingly at candidates China opposes.

International Business Times

How Beijing uses economic coercion to try and sway Taiwan’s elections

From pineapples to petrochemicals, Beijing uses trade to influence opinion, but analysts say it has little impact.

Al Jazeera

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PBOC Added $70 Billion Cheap Credit in 2023 to Fund Housing, Infrastructure

Relaunch of the PSL program suggests Beijing is relying on the policy banks to left China out of deepening property crisis

Caixin Global

Chinese Official Lauds US Cooperation, Walks Back 'Wolf Warrior' Talk

A senior Chinese official said Tuesday that Beijing did not seek to reshape the global order and sought greater US cooperation, in the latest departure from past hawkish rhetoric.

International Business Times

Taiwanese election may determine whether Beijing opts to force the issue of reunification

When the votes are being tallied in Taiwan’s presidential election, it won’t be only the 23.6 million inhabitants of the island eagerly awaiting a result – in Beijing and Washington, too, there will be some anxious faces.

The Conversation

China launches a satellite over Taiwan, days before island's election

China routinely ramps up its intimidation toward Taiwan before any elections because Beijing claims it has control over the self-ruling Asian island.

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Cognitive warfare and weather balloons: China accused of using ‘all means’ to influence Taiwan vote

With Beijing favouring the opposition candidate, the ruling DPP has accused China of interfering in presidential election

The Guardian - UK

Taiwan Poll Frontrunner Hits Out At Beijing 'Interference'

Taiwan's presidential election frontrunner on Tuesday accused Beijing of using "all means" to influence this weekend's crucial poll, which will set the course of cross-strait ties for the next four years.

International Business Times

China's Top Diplomat Says Ties With US 'Stabilised' Last Year

China's foreign minister said Tuesday that relations with the United States "stabilised" last year, as the two powers seek to put ties on a surer footing in 2024.

International Business Times

Is China preparing for a war over Taiwan, or has the west got it wrong? Here are the indicators

At a time when Russia has been making gains in Ukraine and the Middle East appears to be on the brink of further regional conflict, a China-US military stand off is the last thing the world needs.

The Conversation

China Says Foreign Consulting Agency Head Spied For Britain

China's spy agency said Monday the head of a foreign consultancy had been found to be spying for Britain's MI6 intelligence service.

International Business Times

A poll with outsize importance: What to know about Taiwan’s election

Taiwanese voters will choose their next president and legislature on January 13. China and the US will be watching.

Al Jazeera

Taiwan Hits Campaign Fever Pitch In Final Weekend Before Poll

Tens of thousands of people gathered in southern Taiwan for "Super Sunday" rallies by three presidential candidates making a final weekend push for votes before a crucial January 13 election.

International Business Times

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China sanctions five US arms manufacturers over Taiwan weapons sales

The move follows US approval of $300m in military aid for the self-ruled island, which holds elections in a week.

The Independent UK

US biotech company halts sales of DNA kits in Tibet, as lawmakers mull more export controls on China

Thermo Fisher, an American biotech company, has halted sales of its DNA testing products in Tibet, amid concerns that its products might have assisted the Chinese government in a surveillance campaign in the ethnic region

The Guardian - UK

Weather tracker: Beijing experiences its coldest December since 1951

Weather observatory records period of more than 300 hours in which temperatures remained below freezing

International Business Times

Beijing Slams 'Muscle-Flexing, Provocative' US-Philippines Joint South China Sea Patrol

Following the second Washington-Manila joint maritime patrol, Beijing called on the U.S. and Philippines to halt what it says were "irresponsible moves" in the disputed South China Sea.

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Caixin Global

Shanghai Composite Index Fell 0.85% on Friday

Shenzhen Component Index closed down 1.07%

International Business Times

India, China Eye Strategic Areas Bordering 'Last Barrier' Bhutan

Squeezed between giant arch-rivals India and China, the landlocked mountain kingdom of Bhutan was long isolated by icy Himalayan peaks.

International Business Times

Taiwan 'Will Resist' China Interference In Election: Presidential Frontrunner

The Taiwanese people "will resist" China's attempts to influence the island's January 13 election, frontrunner presidential candidate Lai Ching-te told AFP on Wednesday as he hit the campaign trial 10 days before the pivotal poll.

The Independent UK

Why Taylor Swift is caught up in Taiwan’s presidential election

Election candidate blames tensions with China for Shake It Off singer refusing to perform in Taipei

Fortune

Beijing reportedly removes a key official responsible for video games after the surprise release of draft rules wipes billions in value from the sector

China may be doing damage control after it released new rules imposing limits on the country's massive video gaming sector, leading to a plunge in shares.

International Business Times

BYD Overtakes Tesla For Most EV Sales

US car maker Tesla has lost its crown for most sales of all-electric vehicles to Chinese firm BYD, which has capitalized on Beijing's strong government support for the burgeoning sector.

The Guardian - UK

Taiwan’s ‘cat warrior’: former US envoy Hsiao Bi-khim hopes to be next vice-president

The DPP hopes Hsiao’s contacts in Washington will help to convince voters that it can boost Taipei’s standing on the world stage and tackle China

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