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  Beijing (XNA) Jun 07, 2023 The Tianzhou 5 cargo spacecraft re-docked with the Tiangong space station early on Tuesday morning, according to the China Manned Space Agency. In a brief news release, the agency said the robotic spaceship connected with the Tiangong station at 3:10 am. The Tianzhou 5 launched on Nov 12 from the Wenchang Space Launch Center in Hainan province, and docked with Tiangong later that same day. It was tasked with refueling the space station and bringing astronauts' living and work necessities. ... read more |
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Scientific experimental samples brought back to Earth, delivered to scientistsBeijing (SPX) Jun 06, 2023 In a recent development from China's ambitious space program, the Shenzhou-15 manned spacecraft has successfully returned to Earth with a collection of experimental samples originating from the Tian ... more
Shenzhou XV crew lands in Inner MongoliaBeijing (XNA) Jun 02, 2023 Completing a six-month mission that included the successful completion of the Tiangong space station, the Shenzhou XV mission crew returned to Earth early Sunday morning. The crew's reentry ca ... more 
China questions whether there is a new moon race afootBeijing (XNA) Jun 06, 2023 The moon is the only natural satellite of Earth. It is also the nearest celestial body to our planet, and selenology, or the study of the moon, is very important for scientists, as it can give them ... more  
China's main rocket engine for lunar crewed missions sets recordBeijing (XNA) Jun 06, 2023 In recent developments from the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, the primary rocket engine designed for future manned lunar missions has undergone its sixth trial run. This round ... more |
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US and India agree defence industry cooperation planNew Delhi (AFP) June 5, 2023 The United States and India agreed a roadmap for military industrial cooperation Monday, as New Delhi seeks to reduce its reliance on key arms supplier Russia in the face of tensions with China. ... more 
US, not China, keen on moon raceBeijing (XNA) Jun 07, 2023 By Yang Yuguang | China Daily Global | Updated: 2023-06-06 00:00 The moon is the only natural satellite of Earth. It is also the nearest celestial body to our planet, and selenology, or the study o ... more |
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Beijing denies operating secret police stations in UKBeijing (AFP) June 7, 2023 China vehemently denied on Wednesday the existence of secret police stations in the United Kingdom, following an order by London to close them down. ... more  
37 Chinese warplanes cross into Taiwan's defence zoneTaipei (AFP) June 8, 2023 More than 30 Chinese warplanes entered Taiwan's air defence zone over the course of about six hours, the island's defence ministry said Thursday, a sharp ramp-up in single-day incursions by China's military. ... more 
Germany tells China to stop poaching ex-air force pilotsFrankfurt, Germany (AFP) June 3, 2023 Germany on Saturday asked China to stop recruiting former Luftwaffe pilots to train its own air force, fearing they could reveal NATO secrets. ... more  
France cool on proposal for NATO office in Japan: officialParis (AFP) June 6, 2023 France is unenthusiastic about a proposal for NATO to open a liaison office in Japan, an official said on Tuesday, adding the move would take the alliance away from its prime region of focus. ... more |
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  Treasury sanctions several with ties to Iranian missile program 
UK orders China to shut unofficial police stations on British soilLondon (AFP) June 6, 2023 The UK government has ordered China to shut unofficial police stations operating on British soil, Security Minister Tom Tugendhat told parliament on Tuesday. ... more  
EU wants 'sincere' partnership with Central Asia: Michel to AFPCholpon-Ata, Kyrgyzstan (AFP) June 2, 2023 EU chief Charles Michel on Friday took part in a key summit in Central Asia, telling AFP that Brussels wanted a "sincere" partnership with the energy-rich region. ... more |
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US, China join naval drills in Indonesia despite riftsJakarta (AFP) June 5, 2023 The United States and China have sent warships to the multinational naval drills that began in Indonesia on Monday, despite the rifts between the two powers. ... more  
China's Defense Minister Li Shangfu accuses U.S. of 'provocation,' warns of 'disaster' of warWashington DC (UPI) Jun 4, 2023 China's Defense Minister Li Shangfu has accused the United States of "provocation" and warned of the "unbearable disaster" of war between the two nations. ... more  
Musk says China detailed plans to regulate AIWashington (AFP) June 5, 2023 Top Chinese officials told Elon Musk about plans to launch new regulations on artificial intelligence on his recent trip to the Asian giant, the tech billionaire said Monday, in his first comments on the two-day visit. ... more 
China, Russia conduct air patrol over Sea of Japan, East China SeaBeijing (AFP) June 6, 2023 China and Russia conducted joint air force patrols over the Sea of Japan and the East China Sea on Tuesday, as South Korea said it had deployed fighter jets in response to warplanes near its airspace. ... more |
 Chinese, US diplomats hold 'frank' talks in Beijing  
Vaquitas still exist, but barely: Experiment halted in Norway after whale drownsMexico City (AFP) June 7, 2023 The vaquita, a small porpoise on the verge of extinction, is still hanging in there, said scientists Wednesday who had spotted about a dozen specimens of Mexico's "panda of the sea" on an expedition in May. ... more 
Sovereignty fears delay Pacific-Australia security pactsSydney (AFP) June 7, 2023 Australia's bid to lock in security pacts with two Pacific neighbours and curb China's growing regional clout has hit a stumbling block, with island leaders voicing sovereignty concerns. ... more |
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Fiji cools on China police cooperationWellington (AFP) June 7, 2023 Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka said Wednesday that a police exchange agreement with China was under review, as his government considers whether to cancel the deal outright. ... more  
Four Hong Kong men arrested over organ donation cancellationsHong Kong (AFP) June 5, 2023 Hong Kong police on Monday arrested four men for fraudulently cancelling organ donation registrations, weeks after officials lashed out at a spike in withdrawals following a proposal to share organs with mainland China. ... more  
Hong Kong seeks court ban on democracy protest songHong Kong (AFP) June 6, 2023 Hong Kong's government said Tuesday it had asked the city's high court to ban the song "Glory to Hong Kong", an anthem born out of huge pro-democracy protests in 2019. ... more  
Thailand cuts power to Chinese-backed casino complex in MyanmarBangkok (AFP) June 7, 2023 Thailand has cut electricity supplies to a Myanmar border township home to a billion-dollar Chinese-backed development that analysts say is a front for illegal gambling and online scam operations. ... more |
 
Markets mostly turn lower as rate hike worries returnHong Kong (AFP) June 8, 2023 Renewed fears that the US Federal Reserve will lift interest rates next week sent most markets into reverse Thursday, tracking losses across Wall Street and Europe, while traders were looking for measures from China to boost growth. ... more 
Lawmakers blast US plans to include Hong Kong's sanctioned leader at summitWashington (AFP) June 8, 2023 A bipartisan group of United States lawmakers including Florida Senator Marco Rubio has urged Joe Biden's administration to "prohibit" Hong Kong's sanctioned leader from attending an annual Pacific economic summit in California. ... more  
China trade with Russia hits highest level since start of Ukraine warBeijing (AFP) June 7, 2023 China's total trade with Russia in May soared to levels not seen since the beginning of Moscow's war in Ukraine, official data showed Wednesday, as Beijing steps up support for its sanctions-hit ally. ... more 
Blinken eyes trip to China as tensions easeWashington (AFP) June 6, 2023 US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is likely to reschedule an aborted visit to China in the coming weeks, officials said Tuesday, as the two powers try again to put a cap on tensions. ... more |
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US sanctions Chinese firms aiding Iran missile programWashington (AFP) June 6, 2023 The United States placed sanctions Tuesday on several Chinese and Hong Kong firms it said were supplying Iran's ballistic missile program. ... more 
China's exports fall 7.5% in May, adding to stimulus talkBeijing (AFP) June 7, 2023 China's exports fell in May for the first time since February, data showed Wednesday, breaking a two-month growth streak as a post-Covid rebound faded and adding to speculation that officials will unveil fresh stimulus measures. ... more 
Stocks mixed as China data points to more weaknessHong Kong (AFP) June 7, 2023 Markets swung Wednesday as data showed ongoing weakness in China's economy with speculation swirling that officials will unveil fresh stimulus measures, while investors held out hope the Federal Reserve will skip an interest rate hike this month. ... more  
Taiwanese chip giant TSMC says industry could have 'stabilising' effectHsinchu, Taiwan (AFP) June 6, 2023 Taiwanese semiconductor giant TSMC said Tuesday its production of ever-smaller microchips will remain on the island, hopeful that the critical industry will have a "stabilising effect on global geopolitical conflicts". ... more |
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EU agrees economic weapon in face of China trade spat Brussels (AFP) June 6, 2023 The European Union on Tuesday agreed to create a trade tool aimed at punishing countries that seek to put pressure on one of its member countries, after China targeted Lithuania. ... more  
Hong Kong arrests 4 for 'seditious' acts on Tiananmen anniversary eveHong Kong (AFP) June 3, 2023 Police arrested four people in Hong Kong for "seditious" acts and "disorderly conduct" on Saturday, on the eve of the 34th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square crackdown. ... more 
US says talks with China 'essential' to curb risk of conflictSingapore (AFP) June 3, 2023 US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said Saturday it was "essential" to renew dialogue with China to avoid "misunderstandings" that could lead to a conflict between the two superpowers. ... more 
Three Chinese astronauts return safely to EarthBeijing (AFP) June 4, 2023 Three Chinese astronauts working at the country's space station have returned safely to Earth, state media reported Sunday, hailing the mission as a "complete success". ... more |
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China warns 'NATO-like' alliances could lead to conflict in Asia-PacificSingapore (AFP) June 4, 2023 China's defence minister warned Sunday against establishing NATO-like military alliances in the Asia-Pacific, saying they would plunge the region into a "whirlpool" of conflict. ... more  
Austin rebukes China on lack of 'serious' crisis management measuresWashington DC (UPI) Jun 3, 2023 U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Saturday rebuked China for not taking crisis management between the two countries "seriously" while Beijing's military chief responded with sharp criticism. ... more
'Unsafe' action by China near American ship in Taiwan Strait: USWashington (AFP) June 4, 2023 A Chinese Navy ship maneuvered in an "unsafe manner" near an American destroyer transiting the Taiwan Strait, the US military said Saturday. ... more  
Hong Kong, China step up security on Tiananmen crackdown anniversaryHong Kong (AFP) June 4, 2023 Hong Kong boosted security around a park Sunday where tens of thousands of people used to gather for an annual memorial of the bloody Tiananmen Square crackdown, ensuring no protests on the event's 34th anniversary. ... more |
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