Latest in Tag: Beijing Highlight
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Opinion| Beijing and Moscow unite to confront Washington
It is clear that the Russian-Chinese relations, under the influence of Western pressure on the two countries, are turning from a very non-binding “strategic partnership” to a new state of cooperation, which predicts the formation of an actual military alliance, although it has not yet obtained a legal formula.
Beijing puts some districts under lockdown amid fears of second COVID-19 wave
Wholesale market and at least 11 neighbourhoods have been closed as precaution
Calls for Covid-19 compensation from China ironic: Embassy in Cairo
Beijing and Cairo to overcome pandemic as soon as possible, says embassy spokesperson
First destination of EgyptAir’s sixth B787-9 Dreamliner is Beijing
EgyptAir said the Dreamliner arrived to the Cairo International Airport from Seattle marking the last delivery of aircraft contracted between EgyptAir and Boeing since March. The $6bn deal was signed in 2018 for modernising EgyptAir’s fleet.
China vows to curb overcapacity in steel
China’s Premier Li Keqiang has told EU officials that his country is committed to market reforms and will stay determined to tackle a steel capacity glut that has sharpened tensions between China and the EU.
Brexit strains London’s ‘golden’ ties with Beijing
The UK has tried hard to strengthen its already robust economic relationship with Chinese politicians and businessmen. But many now question Britain’s future as an investment destination – and a gateway to the EU.
Apple under fire over patent dispute in Beijing
A Chinese tribunal has ordered Apple Inc. to stop selling its iPhone 6 in Beijing, claiming the design was too similar to a Chinese-made model. The American company is continuing the sale during the appeals process.
World Anti-Doping Agency will retest doping samples from the 2008, 2012 Olympics
The WADA will re-test samples from the two previous Summer Olympics to make sure no cheaters compete this year. They will use advancements in testing technology to weed out offenders.
Egypt-China economic relations anticipate a boost
Cairo prepares 16 projects, MoUs to be signed with China in the fields of electricity, transportation, construction, agriculture, industry, education
Does China’s Syria initiative reflect change in its foreign policy?
The Syrian Foreign Minister is visiting China this week
Asia-Pacific: Beijing under fire in South China Sea row
China says it will continue to build military and civilian facilities on artificial islands in the disputed South China Sea. Beijing told other countries it has no intention of militarizing the vital trade route. Speaking at the conclusion of a weeklong meeting of Asia-Pacific leaders in Malaysia, Deputy Foreign Minister Liu Zhenmin insisted that China …
Islamic State take Norwegian and Chinese captive
The two hostages have been identified as 48-year-old Norwegian Ole Johan Grimsgaard-Ofstad, and 50-year-old Fan Jinghui, a freelance consultant from Beijing
China seeks to reassure financial markets
China’s Premier is trying to soothe international concerns over market volatility and slowing growth in the world’s second-largest economy. Beijing had recently devalued the yuan and lowered its 2014 growth reading. China has fended off potential risks to its financial system while keeping its economic prospects positive, Premier Li Keqiang said on Wednesday, as he …
China manufacturing tumbles, so do stocks
China’s factory activity saw a sharp decline in August, showed an independent survey, adding to growing worries about sputtering growth in the world’s second-largest economy. Chinese stocks also extended their losses. The Caixin’s Purchasing Manager’s Index (PMI), which tracks activity in Chinese factories and workshops, fell from 47.8 in July to 47.1 in August. It …
By train, 2 continents, from Beijing to St. Petersburg
It was the realisation of a dream from a childhood obsessed with trains: taking one of the world’s longest train rides, on the Trans Mongolian Express and Trans Siberian Railway.
Beijing – a winter wonderland?
The International Olympic Committee has selected Beijing to host the 2022 Winter Olympics. Rights groups have urged China to fully respect its “human rights obligations in the preparation and hosting of the Games.” The Chinese capital beat Almaty in a secret ballot of 85 International Olympic Committee (IOC) members held in Kuala Lumpur on Friday. …
Why the Chinese love Germany’s National Youth Orchestra
Just as the number of classical music lovers is expanding in China, Germany's National Youth Orchestra has broken records of attendance during its tour there. Some cultural quirks can be surprising for Europeans. It's a mixed crowd: Young women in summer dresses, students wearing T-shirts, and parents with their children flock to Jinan's large concert hall. Li Zhang is among…
Egyptian Ambassador to China to attend AIIB agreement signing: Al-Ahwani
Egypt was confirmed to join the China-backed bank in April and became one of the 57 founding members
Solar energy best investment in Egypt: HECSOLAR Chairman
The best investment opportunities in Egypt are in solar energy, Wang Weiting, Chairman of High Equal Circle Solar Technology Co. Ltd. (HECSOLAR) told Daily News Egypt Thursday Evening. Sending a message to President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi and the Egyptian people, Weiting said on the sidelines of the Economic Summit in Sharm El-Shaikh, that he is …
China state media calls for ‘severe punishment’ for Google, Apple, US tech firms
US companies such as Yahoo Inc, Cisco Systems Inc, Microsoft Corp and Facebook Inc threaten the cyber-security of China and its Internet users, said the People’s Daily on its microblog, in comments echoed on the front page of the English-language China Daily.
Obama seeks to soothe China while boosting ties with Philippines
He directly addressed leaders in Beijing, telling them that maritime territorial disputes needed to be addressed peacefully, not with “intimidation or coercion”
China faces ‘serious obstacles’: IMF chief
China’s gross domestic product (GDP) grew 7.7% in 2013, unchanged from the year before.
China gives Egypt USD 24.7 million non-refundable grant
Nabil Fahmy meets Chinese Vice President during his visit to the Asian country
Egypt seeking to diversify foreign alternatives without affecting existing relationships: Fahmy in China
Minister of Foreign Affairs thanks China for downgrading travel warning
Fahmy departs for tour of Asia
Foreign minister to focus on Egypt’s economy on second visit to Asia
China downgrades travel warning
Decision expected to positively affect tourism, says foreign ministry spokesman
US lodges WTO complaint over China auto subsidies
US Trade Representative accusing Beijing of at least $1b in illegal subsidies
China leads gloom for Asia manufacturing
Chinese government under pressure to loosen its monetary policy