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China’s “zero-COVID” policy effectively collapses with virus raging
China's strict "zero-COVID" policy to stem coronavirus infections through lockdowns has effectively collapsed, with the epidemic apparently raging in major cities after the government significantly eased antivirus steps last week amid…
India and China troops clash on Arunachal Pradesh mountain border
India says its forces have clashed with Chinese troops in a disputed area along the border, the first such flare-up in more than a year.
The nations had been working to de-escalate tensions since a major clash killed at least…
China reopening may boost GDP in Hong Kong, Thailand and Singapore, Goldman says
Hong Kong, Thailand and Singapore will likely be the biggest beneficiaries as China drops its Covid-19 restrictions and reopens its economy, driving up demand for imports and overseas travel, according to Goldman Sachs Group.
Hong Kong…
China may partially open Hong Kong border by late January, reports say
China may drop quarantine for Hong Kong residents travelling into the mainland in January 2023, according to local media reports, as the country speeds up its shift away from strict Covid-19 control.
There is “a good chance” of a…
Sharp rise in COVID-19 cases feared in China after major easing
Concerns of a sharp rise in virus infections have spread in China just days after the country significantly eased its stringent "zero-COVID" policy amid public frustration, with many casting doubt on the accuracy of official counts as…
Easing of “zero-COVID” policy triggers confusion, anxiety in China
A significant easing of China's stringent "zero-COVID" policy announced Wednesday amid the continued spread of the coronavirus has triggered confusion and anxiety among the public, with cold medicines flying off the shelves and health…
China further relaxes anti-virus measures after rare protests
China announced Wednesday additional measures to relax its strict "zero-COVID" policy, including allowing those with no or mild symptoms of the disease to be quarantined at home instead of designated facilities after rare nationwide…
China’s Xi hails achievements of ex-leader Jiang at memorial service
Chinese President Xi Jinping praised Tuesday the late former leader Jiang Zemin for his achievements including curbing the 1989 Tiananmen Square pro-democracy movement and overseeing economic reform in China alongside its partial opening up…
China rolls back strict Covid rules after protests
China is lifting its most severe Covid policies - including forcing people into quarantine camps - just a week after landmark protests against the strict controls.
People with Covid can now isolate at home rather than in…
Former China president Hu Jintao appears in public for first time since mysterious exit
Former Chinese President Hu Jintao returned to the public eye for the first time since his mysterious exit from the closing ceremony of the Communist Party’s congress six weeks ago.
Hu attended a tribute for Jiang Zemin at the Chinese PLA…