The United States on Friday stepped up threats to strip Hong Kong of special trading privileges as it led Western nations in anger over China's brazen assault on the territory's autonomy. US lawmakers ... ( read original story ...)
Pompeo and Hassett Condemn China Over Hong Kong Security Law
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and the White House economic adviser, Kevin Hassett, denounced the proposal by Beijing and threatened action. ( read original story ...)
China to Allow State-Security Agents to Police Hong Kong
Beijing plans to allow mainland state-security agencies to establish an official presence in the city, a senior Chinese official said Friday, adding to concerns about Hong Kong’s diminishing autonomy ... ( read original story ...)
China’s move to tighten grip stuns Hong Kong
"This is the end of Hong Kong and it’s like the end of our homeland," Tanya Chan, a member of Hong Kong's Legislative Council said at the start of China's annual National People's Congress in Beijing, ... ( read original story ...)
After an initial defeat by Hong Kong’s army of protesters, China has begun its revenge
A new proposal would increase China's national security presence in Hong Kong and give more power to law enforcement. ( read original story ...)
No Employment Boom for Georgia After Reopening
Brian Kemp’s gamble on a quick reopening hasn’t spiked COVID-19 cases yet. Nor has it so far produced any employment gains. ( read original story ...)
Business as usual for UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya
Arrogant, elegant, extravagant — call him what you want, Israel Adesanya is one of the most entertaining figures in fighting. ( read original story ...)
Cambodia slashes imports of live pigs
The government has reduced imports of live pigs from neighbouring countries by up to 70% to support local farmers to increase their production, according to a senior official of the General ... ( read original story ...)
Democracy Fades in Malaysia as Old Order Returns to Power
Malaysia’s new government looks much like its scandal-stained old government. And under cover of the coronavirus, its opponents have been muzzled. ( read original story ...)
Turkey-UK trade may reach $20B: Business leader
Turkey and UK aim to sign free trade agreement by January 2021, says head of Turkey-UK Business Council - Anadolu Agency ... ( read original story ...)