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China Launches Massive Military Drills Near Taiwan Amid Heightened Tensions
China initiated a massive display of military force on Saturday, sending 71 warplanes near Taiwan as part of a three-day series of military exercises and "combat readiness patrols" around the self-governed island. 
China initiated a massive display of military force on Saturday, sending 71 warplanes near Taiwan as part of a three-day series of military exercises and "combat readiness patrols" around the self-governed island. -
China Initiates Joint Patrols in Taiwan Strait, Taiwan Refuses Cooperation
In the central and northern areas of the Taiwan Strait, China's Fujian Maritime Safety Administration has begun a three-day special joint patrol and inspection operation, which includes boarding ships, according to the administration's WeChat account. 
In the central and northern areas of the Taiwan Strait, China's Fujian Maritime Safety Administration has begun a three-day special joint patrol and inspection operation, which includes boarding ships, according to the administration's WeChat account. -
China Aims for $500M Submarine Internet Cable to Rival US-Backed Project
China's state-owned telecom companies are planning to develop a $500 million undersea fiber-optic internet cable network, intended to connect Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, to rival a similar US-backed project 
China's state-owned telecom companies are planning to develop a $500 million undersea fiber-optic internet cable network, intended to connect Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, to rival a similar US-backed project -
Macron Seeks China's Aid to Curb Russia-Ukraine Conflict, Xi Urges Peace Talks
French President Emmanuel Macron reached out to China's Xi Jinping on Thursday, requesting his assistance in mediating the Ukraine war by leveraging China's close ties with Russia. In response, Xi expressed hope that both sides could engage in peace negotiations as soon as possible. 
French President Emmanuel Macron reached out to China's Xi Jinping on Thursday, requesting his assistance in mediating the Ukraine war by leveraging China's close ties with Russia. In response, Xi expressed hope that both sides could engage in peace negotiations as soon as possible. -
High-Level Saudi and Iranian Diplomats Set for Landmark Meeting in China
The highest-ranking diplomats from Saudi Arabia and Iran are scheduled to meet in Beijing on Thursday, according to an Iranian official and Saudi-owned newspaper Asharq al-Awasat. The meeting, facilitated by China, signifies the next phase in the reconciliation process between the two regional adversaries. 
The highest-ranking diplomats from Saudi Arabia and Iran are scheduled to meet in Beijing on Thursday, according to an Iranian official and Saudi-owned newspaper Asharq al-Awasat. The meeting, facilitated by China, signifies the next phase in the reconciliation process between the two regional adversaries. -
Chinese Carrier Group Sails Near Taiwan Ahead of Tsai Ing-wen's Meeting with US House Speaker
On Wednesday, Taiwan's defense ministry announced that a Chinese aircraft carrier group was sailing in the waters southeast of the island, coinciding with President Tsai Ing-wen's meeting with U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in Los Angeles. 
On Wednesday, Taiwan's defense ministry announced that a Chinese aircraft carrier group was sailing in the waters southeast of the island, coinciding with President Tsai Ing-wen's meeting with U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in Los Angeles. -
China Warns Japan Against Supporting US Chip Export Restrictions Amid Tech Supremacy Battle
Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang cautioned Japan against backing US restrictions on China's semiconductor industry, as Washington continues to seek support for its chip export limitations. Qin urged Japanese counterpart Yoshimasa Hayashi on Sunday not to assist the US, stating, "What you do not want, do not do to others," according to a CNBC translation of a Chinese foreign ministry statement. 
Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang cautioned Japan against backing US restrictions on China's semiconductor industry, as Washington continues to seek support for its chip export limitations. Qin urged Japanese counterpart Yoshimasa Hayashi on Sunday not to assist the US, stating, "What you do not want, do not do to others," according to a CNBC translation of a Chinese foreign ministry statement. -
Easing of China's Border Controls Spurs Property Investment in Asia
The relaxation of China's stringent COVID-19 border restrictions has led to a surge in cash outflows for international property investments, according to real estate agents and property data from Australia, Singapore, and Thailand. 
The relaxation of China's stringent COVID-19 border restrictions has led to a surge in cash outflows for international property investments, according to real estate agents and property data from Australia, Singapore, and Thailand. -
China's March Factory Growth Stagnates Amid Weak Demand - Caixin PMI
China's factory growth came to a standstill in March, affected by a slowdown in production and diminished global demand, which cast doubt on a post-pandemic recovery, according to a private sector survey published on Monday. 
China's factory growth came to a standstill in March, affected by a slowdown in production and diminished global demand, which cast doubt on a post-pandemic recovery, according to a private sector survey published on Monday. -
Elon Musk to Visit China and Pursue Meeting with Premier Li Qiang - Report
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is reportedly planning a trip to China as early as April, aiming to secure a meeting with Chinese Premier Li Qiang, according to two sources familiar with the trip's planning who spoke to Reuters. The exact timing of Musk's visit depends on Premier Li's availability. 
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is reportedly planning a trip to China as early as April, aiming to secure a meeting with Chinese Premier Li Qiang, according to two sources familiar with the trip's planning who spoke to Reuters. The exact timing of Musk's visit depends on Premier Li's availability.
