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World-view 'gulf' leaves closer China ties out of reach

Australia's former top diplomat to China has offered a clear-eyed assessment of the nations' relationship, which he says will never be truly close.

AAP · Aug 9

China races to develop brain-computer interfaces that can be inserted in 10 minutes

Chinese start-ups and researchers are racing to bring brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) to market that can be implanted in just a few minutes, as Beijing pushes to nurture home-grown players in the sector to compete with Elon Musk's Neuralink.

Bangkok Post · Aug 9

Typhoon Dolphin makes landfall in China after flight cancellations, evacuations

BEIJING - Typhoon Dolphin made landfall in densely populated eastern China on Sunday, meteorological authorities said, after the storm triggered more than 1,000 flight cancellations, evacuations and a top-level alert.

Bangkok Post · Aug 9

Israel shuts one of its consulates in China amid growing strain in ties

In a significant shift, Israel has shuttered its consulate in Chengdu, China, effectively ending operations last month. This decision reflects escalating tensions in diplomatic relations, largely stemming from China's strengthening ties with Iran and its pro-Palestinian stance during the Gaza conflict. While experts indicate that China will maintain its relationship…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Chinese activist held in Bangkok finds Canada refuge

HONG KONG — Chinese activist Zhang Xinyan has arrived in Canada after months living in fear of deportation at a Bangkok detention centre, and supporters say others like her remain under threat in Thailand.

Bangkok Post · Aug 7

China faces backlash over arrest of activist in Tibet for Dalai Lama photo

Chinese authorities arrested activist Zhang Yi in Tibet on July 28. He faces charges of inciting separatism after displaying a Dalai Lama photo. Amnesty International criticizes Beijing for suppressing peaceful expression and religious freedom. The organization calls for Zhang's immediate and unconditional release. They also urge access to family and…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

AI robot delivers needle-free pig vaccinations with 93% accuracy

BEIJING — In China, robots are being used to inject pigs with vaccines to support intelligent pig farming and meet the production demands of the world’s biggest pork-producing nation.

Bangkok Post · Aug 6

China launches cybersecurity review into Palo Alto Networks products

China initiated a cybersecurity review of Palo Alto Networks products. The regulator cited critical information infrastructure and national security risks. This action follows increased scrutiny of foreign technology suppliers by Beijing. It also occurs amid ongoing trade and technology tensions with Washington. Palo Alto Networks has not yet responded to…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

'Baseless accusations': Beijing protests Japan's assessment of China as 'greatest strategic challenge'

China said it has lodged "serious representations" over Japan's latest defence white paper, accusing Tokyo of portraying Beijing as its "greatest strategic challenge" and making "brazen comments" on Taiwan.

The Times of India · Aug 6

‘That fire’s been rebuilt in me’: Olympic champion Eve Muirhead set for sensational return to curling

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: After nearly four years of retirement Scotland’s Eve Muirhead, who skipped the GB team to gold in Beijing 2022, will return for a tilt at a fifth Olympic Games. She tells Flo Clifford about the surprise encounter that led to her comeback and what more she hopes to…

The Independent UK · Aug 6