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Washington, Teheran may talk despite recent strife

[2020-01-12 09:18]

The possibility of war between the United States and Iran is relatively low, while prospects for future talks and negotiations are high, despite the earlier uncertainties arising from Washington and Teheran's rhetoric, an expert said.

SAR chief executive calls for fresh start in 2020

[2020-01-08 00:00]

Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor vowed to lead society to a fresh start in 2020 amid economic woes and as unemployment continues to rise in the wake of seven months of social unrest.

Iran accuses Pentagon of terrorism, blacklists perpetrators

[2020-01-08 00:00]

Iran listed the Pentagon, the military command headquarters of the United States, as terrorist organization on Tuesday. It was another step to combat a series of hostile US actions and threats, including the killing of a top Iranian military commander and the targeting of cultural sites.

Cutting-edge advancements shine at expo in Las Vegas

[2020-01-08 00:00]

Artificial intelligence, 5G wireless technology and electric and self-driving vehicles are the life of the party at the ongoing 2020 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, industry experts said.

Shenzhen advisers urge stronger links with Hong Kong

[2020-01-08 00:00]

Political advisers in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, called on Tuesday for enhanced youth exchanges between the city and Hong Kong to help overcome problems in the financial hub and also fuel the further growth of its mainland neighbor.

HK unveils measures to prevent spread of pneumonia-like disease

[2020-01-08 00:00]

Patients suspected of having symptoms of pneumonia as they enter Hong Kong from Wuhan in Hubei province will be mandatorily quarantined and banned from leaving Hong Kong starting from Wednesday, the city's health authorities announced on Tuesday.

China's foreign exchange reserves rise

[2020-01-08 00:00]

China's foreign exchange reserves rose to a six-month high of nearly $3.11 trillion as of the end of December, supported by stronger exports and stable capital inflows amid the financial opening-up, according to regulators on Tuesday.

Key meeting reaffirms Party leadership role

[2020-01-08 00:00]

A key meeting presided over by Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, on Tuesday reaffirmed the importance of upholding Party leadership over work in all areas and aspects.

Regulators act to avoid risks from digitalized products

[2020-01-08 00:00]

Financial regulators in China are moving to manage digitalized products, especially those based on new technology such as blockchain, to prevent systemic risks.

Tibet secures victory in battle to improve livelihoods

[2020-01-08 00:00]

The Tibet autonomous region has essentially overcome extreme poverty, according to the regional government's work report, published on Tuesday.

Rail line opens new prospects

[2020-01-08 00:00]

The opening of the Beijing-Zhangjiakou high-speed railway is expected to help with poverty alleviation among rural residents and counties in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, bringing more opportunities to boost local industries, particularly with the 2022 Winter Olympics approaching.

WORLD AWAITS DIGITAL CURRENCY BREAKTHROUGH

[2020-01-08 00:00]

This year, as the world eagerly awaits news of the first government-issued digital currency in a major economy, eyes are turning to China, which is accelerating development of blockchain, the underlying technology required for e-money.

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