But the delay by the first country to face the new coronavirus came at a critical time — the beginning of the outbreak. China’s attempt to walk a line between alerting the public and avoiding panic ... ( read original story ...)
China’s claim of zero coronavirus infections in military is bogus, sign of intimidating rivals, experts say
China has recast itself as a global leader in defeating coronavirus -- and nowhere is that more apparent than in their military. ( read original story ...)
China vows support for WHO after Trump pulls funding over its coronavirus response
China vowed support for the World Health Organization Wednesday, slamming President Trump for pulling American funding amid the global coronavirus pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Macau confirms 19 April deadline to register prepaid Sim cards
Macau’s Directorate of Post and Telecommunications Services has confirmed a deadline of 19 April for prepaid users to register their Sim cards in order to avoid the suspension of services. According ... ( read original story ...)
Macau April GGR to dip as much as 95pct: Bernstein
Macau casino gross gaming revenue (GGR) is expected to fall by as much as 93 percent to 95 percent in April in year-on-year terms, Sanford C. Bernstein Ltd has suggested. In March the market saw a ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office and Liaison Office slam Hong Kong’s opposition lawmakers for not taking their oath seriously
In a strongly worded statement, the cabinet-level Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office (HKMAO) blamed filibustering by pan-democrat lawmakers for the Legislative Council House Committee’s failure to ... ( read original story ...)
Macau tourist price index falls 1pct in first quarter
The index reflects price changes in goods and services typically purchased by visitors, but excludes gaming. Tourists form the majority of the gamblers using Macau’s casinos. The statistics bureau ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong may still be among the best places to ride out ‘self-isolation’
Mike Graham, presenter of TalkRadio’s morning programme in Britain, has recently been on a telephonic trip around the world finding out how faraway places are combating the coronavirus transmission, ... ( read original story ...)
China’s top official in Hong Kong pushes for national security law
Luo Huining says region’s pro-democracy movement is threat to ‘one country, two systems’ principle ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s largest airline considers a name change
The coronavirus pandemic has led to fresh calls from the public to change the name of Taiwan's largest carrier, China Airlines. Both government and airline officials don't appear to be opposed to the ... ( read original story ...)