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Voices: Britain’s shameful inaction on Jimmy Lai could cost him his life

COMMENT: As his health deteriorates in a Hong Kong jail, the businessman’s detention is now a test of Keir Starmer’s seriousness about human rights – and the government’s willingness to defend its citizens and values abroad, says Jodie Ginsberg

The Independent UK

Hong Kong activist Tony Chung says he has been granted asylum in the UK

Chung, one of youngest people to get jail sentence under security law, posts Home Office letter agreeing he has ‘well-founded fear of persecution’

The Guardian - UK

China Slams Germany For 'Hyping' Regional Tensions In Asia

China lashed out at Germany on Monday, warning Berlin against "inciting confrontation and hyping up tensions" after its foreign minister said Beijing was "increasingly aggressive" in the Asia-Pacific region.

International Business Times

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Trump's Tariff Ceasefire Is Failing To Stop US-China Trade Collapse: Container Ship Traffic Hits Lowest Readings In 2 Years

Container shipping activity between China and the United States is sliding again, with traffic hitting its weakest levels in two years, according to the latest reports.

Benzinga

South Korean and US militaries begin annual summertime drills to cope with North Korean threats

South Korea and the United States began their annual large-scale joint military exercise on Monday to better cope with threats by nuclear-armed North Korea

The Independent UK

Hong Kong court begins hearing final arguments in Jimmy Lai's national security trial

A Hong Kong court has begun hearing final arguments in the national security trial of former Apple Daily publisher Jimmy Lai

The Independent UK

Hong Kong pro-democracy activists granted asylum in Australia and Britain

Dozens of activists are on the run from authorities in the China-ruled city after a crackdown on civil liberties.

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US seeks shipbuilding expertise from South Korea and Japan to counter China

American lawmakers are using a trip to South Korea and Japan to explore how the United States can tap those allies’ shipbuilding expertise and capacity to help boost its own capabilities

The Independent UK

Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Ted Hui reportedly granted asylum in Australia

Exiled former lawmaker with $200,000 bounty for his arrest, who now works as a solicitor in Adelaide, says he and his family granted protection visas

The Guardian - AU

Former Pro-democracy Hong Kong Lawmaker Granted Asylum In Australia

Former pro-democracy Hong Kong lawmaker Ted Hui who is wanted by the Chinese city has been granted asylum in Australia, he said in a social media post, calling on Canberra to do more for those who remain jailed.

International Business Times

Trump Says Xi Jinping Assured China Would 'Never' Invade Taiwan During His Presidency: 'Appreciate That'

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that Chinese President Xi Jinping personally assured him China would not invade Taiwan while Trump remains in office, even as trade, technology and geopolitical tensions continue to strain relations between the two nations.

Benzinga

Tuvalu considers pulling out of Pacific leaders’ summit amid China-linked power struggle

Exclusive: Prime minister Feletei Teo says Tuvalu may withdraw from crucial meeting after key countries such as Taiwan were barred from attending

The Guardian - AU

Asus says 90% of its PC and motherboard production has been offshored from China to blunt tariffs — manufacturing moved to Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia

It's doing this to find lower tariffs put on neighboring countries.

Tom’s Hardware

Australian and Philippine forces launch largest military exercises near disputed South China Sea

Australia has launched its largest military exercises with Philippine forces, involving over 3,600 personnel in live-fire drills and a beach assault near the South China Sea

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China and Britain shared a mission to fight aggression and fascism. And we can work together today

As we remember VJ Day, let us also recall a spirit that can help us combat regional instability and climate change, says Zheng Zeguang, Chinese ambassador to the UK

International Business Times

South Korea President Vows To Build 'Military Trust' With North

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung vowed Friday to "respect" North Korea's political system and build "military trust", a day after Pyongyang said it had no interest in improving relations with Seoul.

The Guardian - UK

Chinese economy slows as Trump tariffs bite; FTSE 100 on track to hit new record - as it happened

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news

The Guardian - AU

Closing arguments in Jimmy Lai trial delayed again as activist seeks treatment for heart palpitations

Lai’s lawyer told the court that the imprisoned Hong Kong media mogul had felt unsteady

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Al Jazeera

South Korea to restore pact halting military activity on North Korea border

South Korea’s President Lee Jae-myung said he will restore a military agreement to rebuild trust with North Korea.

The Independent UK

China's economy lags in July under pressure from tariffs and a weak property market

China has reported its economy showed signs of slowing in July as factory output and retail sales slowed while housing prices fell further

The Independent UK

Final arguments in Jimmy Lai's national security trial in Hong Kong delayed over health concerns

The final arguments in prominent Hong Kong activist Jimmy Lai’s national security trial have been postponed after his lawyer said he experienced heart palpitations and the judges wanted him to receive medical treatment first

The Independent UK

Japan marks 80th anniversary of WWII surrender as concern grows about fading memory

Japan is paying tribute to more than 3 million war dead as the country marks its surrender 80 years ago, ending World War II, but there is growing concern about the fading memories of the tragedy of war and the bitter lessons from the era of Japanese militarism

The Independent UK

South Korea’s president vows to restore 2018 inter-Korean military agreement to ease tensions

South Korea’s new liberal president, Lee Jae Myung, says he will seek to restore a 2018 military agreement with North Korea aimed at reducing border tensions and urged Pyongyang to respond to Seoul’s efforts to rebuild trust and revive dialogue

Al Jazeera

China’s aircraft carriers in Pacific signals ability to ‘contest’ US power

Expert says ‘gaps’ in naval capabilities are closing between China and the United States.

International Business Times

Hong Kong Tycoon Jimmy Lai's Collusion Trial Resumes After Delay

A Hong Kong court on Friday began hearing closing arguments in the national security trial of pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai, following a one-day delay because of bad weather.

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