TikTok, which has insisted it operates independently of Beijing despite its Chinese ownership, may be able to argue the withdrawal is a move to escape requests to censor content or share user data ... ( read original story ...)
Tuesday briefing: Arrest if you challenge Hong Kong laws, says Carrie Lam
Bookshelves purged and Tik Tok pulls out … Melbourne, Australia put in six-week Covid-19 lockdown … ode to devilishly good fiddle player ... ( read original story ...)
TikTok to Withdraw From Hong Kong as Tech Giants Halt Data Requests
Google, Facebook and Twitter said they were reviewing China’s punitive new national security law for the city, a rare public questioning of Chinese policy by major American tech companies. ( read original story ...)
TikTok is leaving Hong Kong following controversial national security law
TikTok said it will exit the Hong Kong market, joining other popular social media platforms expressing unease after China imposed a controversial national security law on the city. ( read original story ...)
‘We’re next’: Hong Kong security law sends chills through Taiwan
The imposition of a sweeping national security law on Hong Kong has sent chills through Taiwan, deepening fears that Beijing will focus next on seizing the democratic self-ruled island. China and ... ( read original story ...)
Top 6 ideal honeymoon destinations in Maldives
Of the many great travel destinations in the world, the Maldives is perhaps the best-known location for both luxury service and breathtaking natural beauty. ( read original story ...)
China for border talks with Bhutan, India wary
To India’s discomfiture, China is signalling its desire to hold border talks with Bhutan after objecting to funding of a wildlife sanctuary, which is claimed by Thimphu. ( read original story ...)
Oman upbeat about investor interest in PPP projects
According to experts, Oman’s experience with PPP goes back more than 25 years, especially in the utilities and energy sectors. Over this period, the Sultanate has successfully established more than 20 ... ( read original story ...)
Oman’s 500 MW Ibri 2 solar PV project achieves new milestone
We remain fully committed to completing the project as per our timeline and contributing toward the sustainability goals of Oman and our shareholders. We are thankful for all the support received from ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Oil Trader ZenRock Said to Be Winding Down by August
Troubled Singapore-based oil trader ZenRock has plans to wind down its business, with employees across offices in the city-state and China set to depart by August, according to people with knowledge ... ( read original story ...)