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China is preparing a large-scale reduction in real estate taxes in megacities
China increases military activity near Taiwan ahead of US elections
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In an attempt to raise the birth rate: China is conducting a survey to understand why people do not want to have children
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China is preparing a large-scale reduction in real estate taxes in megacities
Chinese regulators are planning to cut the home purchase tax from 3% to 1% in major cities. This is part of the government's fiscal policy to stimulate the real estate market and fight deflation.
China increases military activity near Taiwan ahead of US elections
Taiwan spotted 35 Chinese military aircraft, including fighters and bombers, near the island. The activity comes a few days before the US presidential election.
If China blocks Taiwan, it will be an “act of war,” says island's government - media
Taiwan's Defense Minister said that China's blockade of the island would be considered an act of war. The Taiwanese government has released details of a food plan in case of a Chinese blockade, including a monthly inventory of stocks.
Britain warns china against supplying arms to russia
During a visit to Beijing, the British Foreign Secretary called on China to investigate allegations of arms sales to Russia. He warned that this could damage China's relations with Europe.
In an attempt to raise the birth rate: China is conducting a survey to understand why people do not want to have children
The Chinese authorities organized a survey of 30,000 people to understand the reasons for the low birth rate. The goal is to analyze the factors that influence attitudes toward childbearing and develop incentives.
russian and Chinese defense ministers held talks in Beijing to discuss military cooperation between the two countries
The russian defense minister went to China for talks with the country's military and political leadership.
China responds to the US over military exercises near Taiwan
Beijing said that the Taiwan issue is an internal affair of China and does not tolerate external interference. The Chinese Foreign Ministry called on the United States to adhere to the “one China” principle.
China is concerned about Taiwan's president's statements
The Chinese government has expressed concern over statements made by Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te, believing that they increase tensions in the region. Beijing insists that Taiwan is part of China, a claim denied by Lai and his government.
Chinese ships patrol the Arctic together with Russian troops for the first time
Chinese warships have entered the Arctic Ocean for the first time to conduct joint patrols with Russian warships. This symbolizes the closer ties between Beijing and Moscow and their growing interest in the Arctic.
China warns at the UN against “expanding the battlefield” in Russia's war against Ukraine
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called for not expanding the battlefield in Russia's war against Ukraine. He stated China's intention to play a constructive role and warned against “adding fuel to the fire.
West receives evidence of covert arms shipments from China to russia - media
Western sources report that the West has evidence of a Chinese company's involvement in the supply of "a number of special military drones" to russia, which were used during the war in Ukraine.
Beijing did not comment on Zelensky's statement about Russia's use of Chinese satellites in the war against Ukraine
The Chinese Foreign Ministry did not comment on Zelensky's statement about Russia's use of Chinese satellites to photograph Ukrainian nuclear power plants. A spokesperson for the ministry evaded answering a journalist's question.
EU postpones vote on tariffs on Chinese electric cars: wants to talk to Beijing
The EU and China have agreed to reconsider the possibility of setting a minimum price for Chinese electric vehicles instead of tariffs of up to 35. 3%. The European Commission postponed the vote on the final introduction of tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles.
russia and China's joint military exercises show that the two countries are increasingly working together to show strength - CNN
The russian-Chinese military exercises Ocean 2024 are part of the ongoing strengthening of military coordination between the two countries. Experts note the growing complexity and geography of joint exercises amid global tensions.
Ships of China and the Philippines collide in disputed waters of the South China Sea
Chinese and Philippine coastguard ships collided in the South China Sea despite a recent agreement. Both sides accuse each other of provocation and violation of the agreement.
Pope's envoy for peace in Ukraine talks with special representative of China
Cardinal Matteo Zuppi had a telephone conversation with Li Hui on the situation in Ukraine. The parties expressed their concern and emphasized the need for dialogue to achieve a just peace.
Russia and China may switch to barter in trade in the fall due to Western sanctions - Reuters
Russia and China plan to use barter trade in the fall due to payment problems. This will allow them to circumvent Western sanctions and reduce the visibility of transactions for regulators.
“Blinders": the CPD explains why China's restrictions on drone exports will not affect support for Russia
The head of the National Security and Defense Council's Center for Political Analysis said that China's restrictions on the export of finished drones will not affect the situation on the battlefield. russia mainly buys spare parts and manufactures drones on its own, so it is important to strengthen control over components.
Kuleba's visit to China brings Zelenskyy-Xi meeting closer - Foreign Ministry
The visit of Ukraine's Foreign Minister to China brought a potential meeting between Zelenskyy and Xi Jinping closer. Ukraine invited China to participate in interim meetings on the peace formula, and Beijing reaffirmed its support for Ukraine's territorial integrity.
Meloni promised to resume Italy's cooperation with China
During her visit to Beijing, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni promised to resume cooperation with China. She signed a three-year action plan and seeks to expand economic cooperation between the two countries.
Hungary receives a record loan of EUR 1 billion from Chinese banks
Hungary borrowed €1 billion from three Chinese banks in the spring of 2024. This is the largest loan in the country's history, to be repaid within three years, and is aimed at financing infrastructure and energy.
Kuleba: Ukraine is ready for peace process under two conditions
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba outlined two principles of participation in the peace process. He emphasized respect for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity during a meeting with his Chinese counterpart.
“We must avoid competition between peace plans": Kuleba arrives in China and announces talks on Ukraine
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba is making his first visit to China since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion. He plans to hold detailed talks with his Chinese counterpart on ways to achieve a just peace.
Lithuania admits that Hungary will be deprived of the EU Council Presidency
Due to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's uncoordinated visits to Moscow and Beijing during Hungary's presidency of the EU Council, some countries are considering boycotting ministerial meetings or handing over the presidency to another country.
Hungary cannot be removed from the EU Council Presidency - Vice President of the European Commission
Hungary cannot be stripped of its EU Council presidency, despite Orban's controversial visits to China and Russia, but EU countries can publicly boycott his policies.
China records weakest economic growth since early 2023
China's economic growth slowed to 4. 7% in the second quarter of 2024, the slowest since early 2023, due to a sharp contraction in household spending and the ongoing downturn in the real estate market.
Taiwan observes Chinese military exercises near the Shandong aircraft carrier
Taiwan's Ministry of Defense is closely monitoring China's intensified military exercises near the Shandong aircraft carrier amid rising tensions between the two countries.
Hungary could be removed from EU presidency after Orban's visits to Russia and China - Politico
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's "peacekeeping mission" visits to Moscow and Beijing during Hungary's EU presidency have angered the EU, which may strip Hungary of its presidency within weeks because Orbán's diplomacy undermines the bloc's unity against Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Beijing hopes Hungary will help develop relations between China and the European Union - Xi Jinping
During a meeting between Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and Chinese leader Xi Jinping, they discussed strengthening cooperation between China and the EU.
Orban meets with Xi Jinping: calls China a "key power" in creating conditions for peace in Russia's war against Ukraine
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban called China a key power in creating conditions for peace in Russia's war against Ukraine during his visit to Beijing, where he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping.