China’s strategy to unify with Taiwan including 66 mulinational companies dear to Taiwanese consumers, is expected to raise a new round of anger.
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Continued Repression in China is Major Danger to Global Stability
China’s government tightened its grip on all aspects of society in 2018, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2019.
Why China is Pulling out All Stops in Canada Tensions
China is sparing no expense to its international reputation to force Canada to back down over the case of a Chinese telecommunications executive.
Kenyan Government Faces Backlash After Chinese Contract Leaks
The Kenyan government is struggling to respond to revelations that a multi-billion dollar contract with China may imperil its sovereignty.
China Executes Thousands Yearly, But True Number is State Secret
China executes thousands yearly but true number is state secret according to Amnesty International report looking at capital punishment around world.
China Urged to Release Human Rights Defender Huang Qi
Chinese authorities secretly tried Huang Qi, human rights defender, citizen journalist, and head of the rights group “6.4 Tianwang,” on January 14.
Is China Spying on International Media in Hong Kong?
After a Wall Street Journal investigation revealed mainland Chinese police had conducted “full surveillance” on reporters working in Hong Kong.
Coke-funded Group Swayed China’s Obesity Efforts, Papers Say
Coke funded group undermined China’s efforts to keep obesity rates in check by overemphasizing importance of physical activity rather than dietary habits.
Apparel Firm Cuts off Chinese Factory in Internment Camp
A U.S. supplier of T-shirts and other team apparel to college bookstores cut its ties with a Chinese company that drew workers from an internment camp.
Enforced Chinese Patriotism Tests Hong Kong Opposition
Hong Kong legislature issued draft bill calling for stiff punishment for anyone who “display any behavior that is disrespectful” to Chinese national anthem.