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Demonstrations in Nepal against China's repression of Uyghur community

Protests were held in various parts of Nepal on Thursday against the Beijing government as China's atrocities against the Uyghur community continue

China's 'wolf warrior' diplomacy in focus as scuffle hurts Taiwan official

A ministry spokesperson told Bloomberg News by text that the injury was a "mild concussion."

CCP aims to make Americans receptive to Beijing's authoritarianism: Pompeo

The remarks came against a backdrop of deepening mistrust and sharply deteriorating relations between the US and China

China seeks counterweight to US in Europe but only finds anger, frustration

In country after country, China is facing rising anger over its policies and its behavior - from trade to human rights - a major setback on a continent

Beijing holds trade fair since coronavirus; organisers report huge turn-out

Organisers reported strong turnout at an event in Beijing billed as the first hybrid online and in-person trade show staged since the coronavirus pandemic began

Hong Kong police arrest nearly 290 at protests over election delay

Anti-government protests erupted last year over a proposed extradition law and spread to include demands for greater democracy and criticism of Beijing's efforts to tighten control over Hong Kong

Beijing likely to dump US treasuries as US-China tensions soar: Report

China, the second largest non-U.S. holder of Treasuries, held $1.074 trillion in June, down from $1.083 trillion the previous month, according to latest official data

Beijing begin receiving international flights from limited countries

Passenger arrivals will be limited to roughly 500 per day during an initial trial period and all will need to undergo additional testing for the virus on arrival

Tech-sharing deals put Indian start-ups in fix with China's new controls

Beijing has added 23 technologies to its list of regulated exports; move could affect start-ups that have IP co-creation as part of investment deal with Chinese VC investors, say experts

China's new tech export controls could give Beijing a say in TikTok sale

It can take up to 30 days to obtain preliminary approval to export the technology

Amid souring US ties, China courts Europe with foreign minister's tour

In Rome for a meeting with his counterpart Luigi Di Maio, Wang told reporters that China's relations with the European Union are on a positive trend

China grants country's 1st Covid-19 vaccine patent to domestic firm: Report

The paper cited documents published by China's National Intellectual Property Administration saying that the patent was issued on August 11

Amid ongoing tensions with China, US signs deal to sell F-16 jets to Taiwan

The sale announced on Friday was first floated in 2019 and will reportedly be completed by the end of 2026

Beijing wholesale market reopens after months as coronavirus outbreak ends

The market will be fully operational by September 10, according to Zhou Xinchun, executive deputy head of Fengtai District, where the market is located

China more aggressive during Covid-19, threat is global: US defence chief

Esper said Beijing was trying to use the coronavirus tragedy to their advantage for "propaganda purposes"

AIIB in talks with India for financing of $8-billion health infra scheme

The Beijing-based multilateral funding agency had earlier approved a financial assistance of $1.2 billion for India to fight the Covid-19 pandemic

How Beijing's security law transformed Hong Kong in one short month

Within a fortnight, authorities have outlawed select protest phrases and arrested activists for allegedly inciting secession

China criticises Germany's suspension of extradition treaty with Hong Kong

Germany's foreign minister announced the suspension Friday following the disqualification of 12 pro-democracy candidates from legislative elections and a subsequent decision to postpone the elections

AIIB to step up lending in India; plans to approve loans worth $3 billion

India is the largest borrower, which accounts for 25% of the total lending by AIIB so far

Coronavirus: China sees over 100 cases for 1st time in over 3 months

China's COVID-19 cases in a single day have crossed the 100-mark for the first time in over three months, sparking the fear of a rebound