India is rolling out measures in a "sequenced and calibrated manner" to address the most vulnerable sections of the country, with more initiatives expected soon, says Jayant Sinha, a member of ... ( read original story ...)
China, S. Korea see new virus cases as world lockdowns ease
China and South Korea both reported more coronavirus infections Friday after reopening economies damaged by devastating outbreaks. Around the globe, governments ... ( read original story ...)
China will strictly prevent rebound of coronavirus outbreak
China will resolutely prevent the rebound of the coronavirus outbreak as the country faces mounting pressure from imported cases, state television reported on Friday, quoting a top level meeting ... ( read original story ...)
China and U.S. Signal Harmony on Trade, Despite Broader Tensions
Officials from both countries struck optimistic notes after holding their first trade talks — via conference call — since the coronavirus struck. ( read original story ...)
Democratic and pro-China and lawmakers scuffle in Hong Kong legislature
Beijing lawmaker, Starry Lee, in seen sitting in the chairperson's seat surrounded by security, as others race to remove her. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan warns on China-U.S. trade frictions as exports tick down
Taiwan's exports, a key gauge of global demand for gadgets, fell slightly for a second month in April and the government said the second quarter would be tough due to the coronavirus pandemic and ... ( read original story ...)
Why China Is Withholding Stimulus Amid Coronavirus-Sparked Downturn
Beijing worries a major financial push could overheat pockets of the economy, especially the property market, as the economy shows signs of recovery without a big package. ( read original story ...)
Angry tweets and mocking videos: China attempts to shape coronavirus narrative online
One slick animated video distributed by state media featured a Lego-like terra-cotta warrior trading barbs with a Statue of Liberty. ( read original story ...)
China, U.S. stand by trade deal as coronavirus pushes relations to worst in decades
With their leaders locked in a bitter struggle over blame for the pandemic, both sides pledged to cooperate on the economy and public health. ( read original story ...)
Indian mission in Maldives gears up for evacuation process of stranded citizens
The Indian diplomatic mission in the Maldives have started preparing for the repatriation procedures of stranded citizens who will be evacuated later on Friday by the Indian Navy's INS Jalashwa under ... ( read original story ...)