Xi’s inspection was reportedly focused on local efforts to deepen education to forge “a strong sense of community for the Chinese nation” and strengthen “love for both the country and the religion” of Tibetan Buddhism, as well as education support from more developed eastern provinces. 04:31 Growing up on top of the world: A nomadic … Read more
Microsoft is reportedly offering relocation to hundreds of its machine learning and cloud computing employees in China. According to The Wall Street Journal, which cites unnamed sources, Microsoft is surveying up to 800 China-based employees about potential relocation amid ongoing tensions between the US and China. This follows Microsoft President Brad Smith’s meeting with China’s … Read more
WASHINGTON: The United States announced on Friday (Mar 29) that it was “taking steps” to put fresh visa curbs on Hong Kong officials responsible for cracking down on rights in the Chinese city, days after a new national security law came into force. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement that Beijing has … Read more
As the challenges stack up, the two sessions could provide indications of potential government action to come. “Many are looking forward to stimulus packages for the economy. Reinvigoration of post-Covid recovery will be given importance,” NUS’ Dr Lim told CNA. Still, another observer does not expect the economy to be singled out for special mention. … Read more
Chinese scientists have developed a potentially powerful military surveillance technology, according to the South China Morning Post (SCMP), which they claim will significantly enhance their detection capabilities on the battlefield. According to the SCMP report, the Beijing-based researchers say this ”technological breakthrough” in the field of electronic warfare has for the first time enabled them … Read more
Beijing has warned Washington that it will send the “wrong signals” to supporters of Taiwan independence if an unofficial delegation visits the self-ruled island following Saturday’s presidential election. Foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning told reporters on Thursday that Beijing had expressed “strong dissatisfaction and resolute opposition” to what she called “irresponsible remarks” made by US … Read more
Microsoft President Brad Smith recently met with China’s Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao to discuss important topics including artificial intelligence (AI), economic cooperation and trade relations between Washington and Beijing. According to a CNBC report, key details about this meeting are mentioned in a Chinese government announcement, which has been translated using the Chinese search … Read more
