Tag: China
about 6 years ago
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Tiangong-1 crash: Chinese space station comes down in Pacific Ocean

Tributes on Weibo as officials say craft, which had been out of control since 2016, mostly burnt up on re-entry

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about 6 years ago
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Vatican and Beijing near deal on bishop appointments after 67-year rift

Under landmark accord, Chinese government would recognise pope’s authority but would retain sway over choosing clergy

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about 6 years ago
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China 'environment census' reveals 50% rise in pollution sources

Ministry says country has 9m sources of pollution, with factories breaking emissions rules the big problem

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about 6 years ago
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Kim Jong-un agrees to meet South Korea president at summit on 27 April

What will be only the third-ever such meeting was announced on Thursday when senior officials from the two Koreas met

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about 6 years ago
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Kim Jong-un paid 'unofficial' visit to Beijing, Chinese state media confirms

North Korean leader pledges his commitment to denuclearising the Korean peninsula during his first foreign trip since...

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about 6 years ago
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Kim Jong-un's visit to China fails to hide strain in relations

The pageantry of Kim’s surprise visit obscures a strained relationship between the long-time allies

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about 6 years ago
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Kim Jong-un and the mystery of the 'special green train' in China

Distinctive train looks similar to one used by North Korean leader’s late father, prompting speculation of visit

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about 6 years ago
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North Korea: Kim Jong-un in China for 'unannounced state visit'

Relations have been strained due to China’s support of sanctions against North Korea’s nuclear programme

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about 6 years ago
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Trump's China tariffs risk 'tit-for-tat protectionism' that threatens world economy

Experts say US and Chinese consumers will see higher prices – and fear other countries will be dragged in to the dispute

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about 6 years ago
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China state media merger to create propaganda giant

TV and radio to come together in Voice of China network that aims to ‘improve public opinion’

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