China is expected to pass controversial national security laws for Hong Kong on Thursday, prompting renewed protests in the city.
Protesters in Hong Kong Rally Against China’s Tightening Grip
Many sought to oppose a bill that would threaten prison for disrespecting the Chinese national anthem, the latest expression of public anger at Beijing’s encroachment.
Riot police take zero tolerance approach to Hong Kong protests as tensions build
Around 250 people were arrested across Hong Kong Wednesday, as sporadic protests were met by a massive police presence and zero tolerance approach, with pepper spray, kettling and searches used to …
Hong Kong protests erupt amid China law debate, hundreds arrested
Thousands of protesters shouted pro-democracy slogans and insults at police in Hong Kong on Wednesday as lawmakers debated a bill criminalizing abuse of the Chinese national anthem in the …
U.S. threats won’t stop China’s national security law in Hong Kong, analysts say
Several U.S. officials and Congress members criticized Beijing’s move to impose a national security law in Hong Kong, with some — such as Republican Senator Marco Rubio — threatening sanctions on …
President Xi’s pressure on Taiwan will ‘only intensify,’ says expert
Besides Taiwan’s 2020 economic outlook, Michael Boyden of TASC Taiwan Asia Strategy Consulting discusses President Tsai Ing-Wen’s quest to protect its democratic future. He says that constructive …
Global stocks mixed on unease over Hong Kong security law
Chinese tension over Hong Kong competes with optimism about recovery from the coronavirus pandemic. Global stock markets were mixed Wednesday as U.S.-Chinese tensions over Hong Kong vied with optimism …
The Latest: Cyprus to cover costs for infected tourists
India surpasses 150,000 coronavirus cases with another one-day high. — Las Vegas casinos to reopen June 4. NICOSIA, Cyprus — Cyprus is pledging to cover costs for anyone testing positive for the …
Cyprus Pledges to Cover Costs for Virus-Hit Tourists
Cyprus is pledging to cover all costs for anyone testing positive for the coronavirus while on vacation in the east Mediterranean island nation.
Bahrain McLaren face fresh uncertainty as McLaren cuts 1200 jobs
Bahrain McLaren are facing further uncertainty over their long-term future after co-title sponsor McLaren announced sweeping cuts across its business. On Tuesday, the automotive and technology company …