Bad debt in construction sector will hit Chinese economy, warn analysts

Bad debt in construction sector will hit Chinese economy, warn analysts

Beijing: Evergrande, China’s leading construction company, has reportedly failed to repay more than 300 billion in debt. It has been revealed that two leading multinational banks have since refused to accept the bonds issued by Fantasia company as collateral. Subsequent developments have brought the issue of bad debts in the Chinese construction sector on the […]

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China can cooperate with Taliban to gain control over ‘Rare Earths’ in Afghanistan

China can cooperate with Taliban to gain control over ‘Rare Earths’ in Afghanistan

Beijing/Kabul: A US analyst has warned that China could play a cooperative role with the Taliban to control trillions of dollars worth of ‘Rare Earth Minerals’ in Afghanistan. China is already believed to have more than 30 per cent of the world’s Rare Earth Minerals. If it gains control over Afghanistan’s reserves, China could use […]

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Japan-Taiwan conduct joint patrols against Chinese destroyer

Japan-Taiwan conduct joint patrols against Chinese destroyer

Taipei: Japan and Taiwan have launched joint patrols against a Chinese destroyer sailing through the Miyako Strait and waters off Senkaku Islands. Japan and Taiwan did not comment on the joint patrols. However, the Taiwanese foreign minister announced the patrols against China would continue for the country’s security, for which Taiwan has collaborated with some […]

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China stops economic agreement with Australia; accuses it of Cold War mindset

China stops economic agreement with Australia; accuses it of Cold War mindset

Beijing/Canberra: China announced an indefinite postponement of talks regarding an important economic agreement with Australia. It has accused Australia of harbouring cold war mentality and discrimination against China. Australia said that this Chinese decision is unfortunate. A few days ago, Australia delivered a severe jolt to the Chinese Belt and Road scheme. It is being […]

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German Health Minister underscores necessity for ‘global reset’ to fight future pandemics

German Health Minister underscores necessity for ‘global reset’ to fight future pandemics

Berlin/Washington: German Health Minister Jens Spahn appealed during a meeting of the World Health Organisation (WHO) Wednesday that “the world is still insufficiently prepared for future epidemics and the risks they pose. Therefore, its structure needs to be rebuilt.” As part of the WHO initiative, a new global hub will be set up in Germany for research […]

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Chinese aircraft carrier holds war exercises in South China Sea, Philippines criticises China

Chinese aircraft carrier holds war exercises in South China Sea, Philippines criticises China

Beijing/Manila: Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong held war exercises along with its fleet of destroyers in the South China Sea. The Chinese Navy announced that this exercise was for the security of sovereignty of the country, and such exercises will also be held even in the future. The Philippines has reacted to the practices held by […]

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US, South Korea, Japan to enhance military cooperation on North Korea denuclearisation

US, South Korea, Japan to enhance military cooperation on North Korea denuclearisation

Pearl Harbor: The United States, South Korea and Japan have underscored the North Korean nuclear and missile programs are a severe threat to the region. The three countries have announced strengthening military cooperation to counter the threat. After a meeting between the top military leaders of the United States, South Korea and Japan, the announcement […]

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Australia to modernise military bases for maintaining peace in Indo-Pacific

Australia to modernise military bases for maintaining peace in Indo-Pacific

Melbourne: – Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced ‘Australia will modernise four of its military bases to assist neighbouring and friendly countries. Australia will be investing A$747 million ($580 million) for this purpose.’ Prime Minister Morrison also clarified that this investment was for peace in the Indo-Pacific sector and not against China. A few hours […]

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