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U.S. Loosens Chip Export Restrictions on China
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Washington has started easing some of its restrictions on semiconductor design software exports to China, as stated by the American electronic design automation (EDA) company Synopsys late Wednesday. The move indicates a partial rollback...
China Imposes Sanctions on Ex-Philippine Senator
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) China has imposed sanctions on former Philippine senator Francis Tolentino, citing his “egregious conduct” on issues related to China, according to a statement by the Chinese Foreign Ministry on Tuesday. The sanctions will prevent...
Xinjiang’s Leap into New Energy: From 'China’s Coal Warehouse' to a Green Power Hub
EIN Presswire
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July 3, 2025
JINHUA, CHINA, July 3, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Across the vast expanse of northwestern China, Xinjiang is quietly rewriting its energy narrative. Once known as the “coal warehouse” of China, with coal-fired generation accounting for more than...
Japan Pledges to Safeguard Agriculture as U.S. Intensifies Trade Pressure
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Japan pledged on Tuesday to protect its agricultural sector from increasing trade pressures from the United States, following President Donald Trump’s remarks about potential tariffs on Japanese rice imports. In a statement shared by a...
China’s Communist Party Hits Over 100 Million Members
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) The Communist Party of China (CPC) declared on Monday that its membership has exceeded the 100 million threshold, marking a “significant milestone” as it approaches its 104th founding anniversary. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao...
China Reports Security Law Improved Hong Kong's Legal Framework
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) China defended its controversial national security law in Hong Kong on Tuesday, asserting that the region’s legal framework and social stability have significantly strengthened in the five years since its enactment. "Over the past five...
Taiwan Blasts Chinese Mobile Apps for Alarming Security Breaches
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Taiwan's National Security Bureau (NSB) issued an urgent warning on Wednesday, urging citizens to steer clear of Chinese mobile applications, including RedNote and TikTok, after uncovering significant security vulnerabilities. The...
S. Korea Leader commits to forging cooperative trade deal with US
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea’s President Lee Jae-myung has committed to forging a cooperative trade agreement with the United States and reinitiating communication with North Korea in a bid to restore stability and collaboration on the peninsula,...
U.S. Eases Restrictions on Chip-Design Software Exports to China
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States has begun to ease restrictions on chip-design software exports to China, as confirmed by Synopsys, a leading US-based electronic design automation (EDA) company, in a statement released late Wednesday. "On July 2,...
S. Korea’s President Casts Doubt on Meeting U.S. Trade Deal Deadline
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korean President Lee Jae-myung expressed uncertainty on Thursday about meeting the U.S. deadline of July 8 for finalizing a trade deal, particularly regarding the implementation of "reciprocal tariffs" set by U.S. President Donald...
S. Korea’s President Pushes for U.S. Trade Deal, North Korea Talks
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korean President Lee Jae-myung announced Thursday his commitment to negotiating a "mutually beneficial" trade agreement with the United States and pursuing talks with North Korea aimed at establishing "peace and coexistence" on the...
Report Warns S. Korea’s Population Could Fall to 7.5M by 2125
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea’s population could plummet by as much as 85% over the next century, according to a new report released Wednesday. The Korean Peninsula Population Institute for Future, a Seoul-based think tank, warned that if current...
South Korea's Parliament Passes Kim Min-seok’s as New PM
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea's National Assembly officially approved Kim Min-seok's appointment as prime minister on Thursday, with 173 lawmakers voting in favor, three opposing the motion, and three ballots deemed invalid. Kim, a seasoned four-term...
Lee Jae-myung Advocates Dialogue with North Korea
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korean President Lee Jae-myung announced on Thursday his commitment to pursuing a "mutually beneficial" trade agreement with the United States, as well as initiating dialogue with North Korea to foster "peace and coexistence" across...
South Korea’s Imported Car Market Climbs in June
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea's imported car market saw a solid increase in sales during June, driven largely by strong demand for German luxury vehicles and U.S.-made electric cars, according to industry data released on Thursday. The number of imported...
Western firms shift to Chinese AI models, challenging US AI power
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) An increasing number of major Western companies are turning to Chinese artificial intelligence models, signaling a potential shift in the balance of power within the global AI sector, according to recent reports. Leading corporations such...
North Korea Launches Coastal Tourist Resort
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) North Korea has inaugurated the Wonsan Kalma Coastal Tourist Area along its eastern shoreline, aiming to rejuvenate its tourism sector and acquire essential foreign income amid ongoing global sanctions, according to a news agency on...
China Addresses Border Tensions with India
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) China declared on Monday that its enduring border disagreement with India is “complicated” and will require time to resolve, while emphasizing its dedication to current diplomatic engagement frameworks. This statement came in response to...
China's Communist Party has reached new membership milestone
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) China's Communist Party has reached a new membership milestone, with total numbers exceeding 100 million as of late 2024. This achievement comes just before the party’s 104th anniversary, marking a century-long evolution from a small...
China Says Resolving India Border Dispute "Complicated"
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) China acknowledged Monday that resolving its longstanding border dispute with India remains a "complicated" issue that will require significant time, while emphasizing the importance of ongoing diplomatic channels. This statement came in...