Tag: China

Tuesday, March 15th 2022 - 20:01 UTC
China back to COVID-19 lockdowns, while UK lifts all restrictions

While China is back to harsh lockdowns due to an increase in COVID-19 cases and world leaders keep reminding people of the importance of getting vaccinated, western powers such as the United Kingdon and The Netherlands are lifting all restrictions in the coming days.
Monday, March 7th 2022 - 20:38 UTC
Chinese scientists announce vax good both against SARS-Cov-2 and H7N9

Chinese researchers have announced they have developed a single vaccine against coronavirus and influenza, which has been tested successfully on mice, it was reported Monday.
Monday, March 7th 2022 - 09:38 UTC
China's fisheries policy changing? Diverting fuel subsidies from vessels to good WTO fishing practices

China is growing up to its international commitments: two coastal provinces following instructions from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs have started to award “fishery stewardship subsidies” to its vessels depending on how they implement measures such as catch volumes, respecting opening and closure of seasons, during the previous year.
Saturday, March 5th 2022 - 09:50 UTC
Covid-19 measures and real estate debt are slowing economic growth, admits Beijing

China finally admits that the economy has suffered because of Covid 19 measures and the crackdown on real estate debt, and is this new “volatile, grave and uncertain” environment, the growth target has been lowered to “around 5,5%”.
Tuesday, March 1st 2022 - 09:49 UTC
“China does not agree with unilateral sanctions that lack the basis of international law”, foreign ministry spokesperson

China's foreign ministry spokesperson during the daily media conference called for an end to the Cold War mentality and emphasized that Beijing does not agree to resolve issues with sanctions that lack the basis of international law.
Saturday, February 26th 2022 - 09:54 UTC
Russia and China bilateral trade moving to the Yuan, gradually replacing the US dollar

The Ukraine war which has impacted on Russian markets and particularly the plunge of the ruble, should not be a major cause of concern for China-Russia bilateral trade since a growing percentage of business is done with the Chinese currency Yuan, as the two countries move towards de-dollarization, according to financial circles in Beijing.
Saturday, February 26th 2022 - 09:44 UTC
China to begin selling soybean reserves; plans to ensure food security and self sufficiency

China will begin the sale of state-owned reserves to increase supply in the world’s largest oilseed market, the National Food and Strategic Reserves Administration announced, although no auction volumes or dates were advanced.
Saturday, February 26th 2022 - 09:40 UTC
Putin and Xi support Ukraine negotiations and demand respect for security concerns of all countries

On Friday the leaders of Russia and China, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping spoke on the phone about the current situation in Ukraine. The two versions of official news agencies follow. The Russian version said the two leaders enhanced practical bilateral cooperation and closely coordinate actions in support of each other.
Saturday, February 26th 2022 - 09:35 UTC
Macau and Hong Kong suspend Brazilian meat and Polish pork imports because of Covid-19

The former Portuguese colony of Macau in China has suspended the import of Brazilian frozen meat after a batch tested positive for the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus in Hong Kong.
Friday, February 25th 2022 - 09:35 UTC
China decries Australia's Antarctica plans

The Government of China has voiced its concerns over Australia’s US$ 570 million plan to boost its scientific and strategic presence in Antarctica, which would involve a fleet of surveillance drones and long-range helicopters in the area.