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Stronger Support Needed so Chinese-Australians Can Freely Criticise Beijing: Academic
His comments come in response to Australian journalist Cheng Lei’s concerns that locals have a deep fear of Beijing.
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China’s Economic Push in Burma Enables Junta Atrocities: Analysts
The strategy is fueling backlash that now threatens Beijing’s own interests, say experts.
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Mysterious Chinese Heiress Pleads Not Guilty in Major Rolls-Royce Crash
‘Obviously, the matter’s quite tough, and it’s drawn a lot of attention, but we’re getting through it,’ said Michael Korn, Yang Lanlan’s lawyer.
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EU Must Confront Transnational Repression of Human Rights Defenders, Lawmakers Say
The Chinese communist regime is identified as the worst offender, followed by Turkey, Tajikistan, and Russia.
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South Korea Could Get Nuclear Subs 10 Years Earlier Than Australia: Analysts
Submarine building experience, a skilled workforce, and less red tape will likely give the Asian nation an advantage.
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G7 Nations Concerned With China’s Military, Nuclear Buildup
As of January, China was estimated to possess at least 600 nuclear warheads, double what it had in 2020, according to one think tank.
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Global Lawmakers Pledge to Push Ban on Forced Organ Harvesting
An international alliance of lawmakers stated that it will also push for actions opposing Beijing’s coercive activities against Taiwan and Tibet.
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Japan Urged to Declare Chinese Diplomat ‘Persona Non Grata’ Over Death Threat to PM
Despite facing backlash, Chinese state media have dialed up verbal attacks against Takaichi.
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Chinese ‘Cryptoqueen’ Sentenced in UK for Over $6 Billion Bitcoin Scam
Prosecutor Gillian Jones KC told a court in London the Lantian Gerui investment fund, created by Qian Zhimin, was a classic Ponzi scheme.
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Australia and Indonesia Ink Defence Pact to Respond Together to Security Threats
Australia has now inked or upgraded security deals with Singapore, India, Papua New Guinea, and Indonesia.
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Australian Spy Chief Warns Chinese Hackers Trying to Breach Critical Networks
Mike Burgess says Beijing’s intent has shifted from espionage to sabotage, with billions in losses already recorded.
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Japan Condemns Chinese Diplomat’s Beheading Threats Over PM’s Speech
Japan’s prime minister said a Chinese military attack against Taiwan would likely constitute a ’survival-threatening situation' for Japan.
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A Nobel Nominee’s Battle With Silence: Beijing’s Shadow Follows Organ Harvesting Investigator Down Under
Nobel Peace Prize nominee David Matas has faced numerous challenges every time he visits Australia, and this time, it was no different.
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China’s Aggression Aims to Isolate Australia, Undermine Regional Security: Analysts
Beijing’s military build-up and naval harassment are seen as a direct threat to vital Indo-Pacific trade routes, forcing Canberra to bolster its AUKUS pact.
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Nexperia Warns of Chip Quality Risks as China Arm Defies Orders From Dutch HQ
The Dutch semiconductor firm says its Chinese plants are ignoring management and acting outside corporate control, raising quality and supply concerns.
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First ‘Ghost Shark’ Unmanned Underwater Vehicle Rolls Off the Production Line
As part of Australia’s accelerated shipbuilding programme, the autonomous underwater vehicle went from concept to delivery in less than 3 years.
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Epoch Times Denied Access at Asia Summit, Fitting Pattern of CCP Interference
Editor-in-chief Jasper Fakkert condemns Beijing’s ongoing pressure campaign to target the U.S.-based publication.
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Florida Wins Court Battle on Law Limiting Homes, Land Purchases by Chinese Citizens
Plaintiffs seeking to block the enforcement of SB 264 failed to show an imminent injury, the court said.
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How Photos Taken in Australia Were Used to Threaten a Family in China
Nancy Dong’s latest experience comes amid ongoing concern with ’transnational repression' in the Australian capital.
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ASIO Chief Puts CCP on Notice in Foreign Interference Warning
Burgess says Beijing remains firmly in focus of the intelligence agency.
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Stronger Support Needed so Chinese-Australians Can Freely Criticise Beijing: Academic
His comments come in response to Australian journalist Cheng Lei’s concerns that locals have a deep fear of Beijing.
|
China’s Economic Push in Burma Enables Junta Atrocities: Analysts
The strategy is fueling backlash that now threatens Beijing’s own interests, say experts.
|
Mysterious Chinese Heiress Pleads Not Guilty in Major Rolls-Royce Crash
‘Obviously, the matter’s quite tough, and it’s drawn a lot of attention, but we’re getting through it,’ said Michael Korn, Yang Lanlan’s lawyer.
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EU Must Confront Transnational Repression of Human Rights Defenders, Lawmakers Say
The Chinese communist regime is identified as the worst offender, followed by Turkey, Tajikistan, and Russia.
|
South Korea Could Get Nuclear Subs 10 Years Earlier Than Australia: Analysts
Submarine building experience, a skilled workforce, and less red tape will likely give the Asian nation an advantage.
|
G7 Nations Concerned With China’s Military, Nuclear Buildup
As of January, China was estimated to possess at least 600 nuclear warheads, double what it had in 2020, according to one think tank.
|
Global Lawmakers Pledge to Push Ban on Forced Organ Harvesting
An international alliance of lawmakers stated that it will also push for actions opposing Beijing’s coercive activities against Taiwan and Tibet.
|
Japan Urged to Declare Chinese Diplomat ‘Persona Non Grata’ Over Death Threat to PM
Despite facing backlash, Chinese state media have dialed up verbal attacks against Takaichi.
|
Chinese ‘Cryptoqueen’ Sentenced in UK for Over $6 Billion Bitcoin Scam
Prosecutor Gillian Jones KC told a court in London the Lantian Gerui investment fund, created by Qian Zhimin, was a classic Ponzi scheme.
|
Australia and Indonesia Ink Defence Pact to Respond Together to Security Threats
Australia has now inked or upgraded security deals with Singapore, India, Papua New Guinea, and Indonesia.
|
Australian Spy Chief Warns Chinese Hackers Trying to Breach Critical Networks
Mike Burgess says Beijing’s intent has shifted from espionage to sabotage, with billions in losses already recorded.
|
Japan Condemns Chinese Diplomat’s Beheading Threats Over PM’s Speech
Japan’s prime minister said a Chinese military attack against Taiwan would likely constitute a ’survival-threatening situation' for Japan.
|
A Nobel Nominee’s Battle With Silence: Beijing’s Shadow Follows Organ Harvesting Investigator Down Under
Nobel Peace Prize nominee David Matas has faced numerous challenges every time he visits Australia, and this time, it was no different.
|
China’s Aggression Aims to Isolate Australia, Undermine Regional Security: Analysts
Beijing’s military build-up and naval harassment are seen as a direct threat to vital Indo-Pacific trade routes, forcing Canberra to bolster its AUKUS pact.
|
Nexperia Warns of Chip Quality Risks as China Arm Defies Orders From Dutch HQ
The Dutch semiconductor firm says its Chinese plants are ignoring management and acting outside corporate control, raising quality and supply concerns.
|
First ‘Ghost Shark’ Unmanned Underwater Vehicle Rolls Off the Production Line
As part of Australia’s accelerated shipbuilding programme, the autonomous underwater vehicle went from concept to delivery in less than 3 years.
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Epoch Times Denied Access at Asia Summit, Fitting Pattern of CCP Interference
Editor-in-chief Jasper Fakkert condemns Beijing’s ongoing pressure campaign to target the U.S.-based publication.
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Florida Wins Court Battle on Law Limiting Homes, Land Purchases by Chinese Citizens
Plaintiffs seeking to block the enforcement of SB 264 failed to show an imminent injury, the court said.
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How Photos Taken in Australia Were Used to Threaten a Family in China
Nancy Dong’s latest experience comes amid ongoing concern with ’transnational repression' in the Australian capital.
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ASIO Chief Puts CCP on Notice in Foreign Interference Warning
Burgess says Beijing remains firmly in focus of the intelligence agency.
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