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China’s economy grows 4.5 percent in Q3, beating forecasts

GDP growth picks up from Q2 amid AI-driven boom in exports.

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Ex-Pampanga Rep. Gonzales posts P90,000 bail for graft

MANILA, Philippines — Former Pampanga Rep. Aurelio “Dong” Gonzales posted P90,000 bail in one of three of his graft cases before the Sandiganbayan Seventh Division over the weekend. The Seventh Division clerk of court to…

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Europe’s Unity on China Can Move the Needle: Eskelund

European Union Chamber of Commerce in China President, Jens Eskelund, says a more unified European approach to China could reshape trade relations. He joined Paul Allen on Bloomberg’s Insight with Haslinda Amin to discus…

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China cuts US Treasury holdings, iPhone Duo pre-orders: 5 weekend reads you missed

We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. China cuts US Treas…

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China On Track To Meet GDP Goal as Support Moves Kick In

“Bloomberg: The China Show” is your definitive source for news and analysis on the world's second-biggest economy. From politics and policy to tech and trends, Yvonne Man and David Ingles give global investors unique ins…

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Brazil Sorghum Exports Hit 790,800 Tons

Brazil sold 790,800 tons of sorghum abroad in nine months, 95.6% to China, and Conab projects an 8.03 million ton crop in 2026/27. The post Brazil Sorghum Exports Hit 790,800 Tons appeared first on The Rio Times .

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Salta Lithium-Led Exports Top US$300 Million

Inorganic chemicals led by lithium earned Salta US$300.6 million from January to June, 31.4% of its exports, as China overtook the United States as top buyer. The post Salta Lithium-Led Exports Top US$300 Million appeare…

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Every year 2,00,000 Nepalis go abroad to travel, with Dashain the main season

An average of 200,000 Nepalis travel abroad for leisure every year. According to Department of Immigration data, an average of 1,99,976 Nepalis a year travelled abroad on tourism and pilgrimage trips between 2021 and 202…

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Credit card fraud reports over iPhone Duo pre-orders jump to 130 cases, police say

Hong Kong police have received nearly 20 more reports of unauthorised credit card transactions for iPhone Duo pre-orders over the weekend, bringing the total amount involved to HK$5 million (US$637,100). A police spokesm…

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Lawmakers blame Huanggang Port queues on confusion, traffic surge and system issues

Hong Kong’s revamped Huanggang Port handled more than 152,000 crossings on Sunday, with some travellers waiting up to two hours amid congestion that lawmakers attributed to unfamiliarity with new clearance procedures, a…

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Erwin Tulfo tells Chinese envoy: Just go home

MANILA, Philippines – Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan may just voluntarily leave the Philippines, and not wait to be declared persona non grata, according to Sen. Erwin Tulfo. Tulfo made the suggestion as he and colleagues…

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China-Duterte supporters’ link? House to probe, says Ridon

MANILA, Philippines — Lawmakers are preparing a resolution seeking an investigation into possible links between pro-China propaganda networks and online supporters of Vice President Sara Duterte, Bicol Saro Rep. Terry Ri…

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From pandas to Peak vistas, Hong Kong sets out to captivate Apec delegates

Giant pandas, open-top bus rides, a Chinese cooking class, traditional opera, a harbour cruise, the Big Buddha, and The Peak are among the highlights of a packed social programme for VIPs attending this week’s meeting of…

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Pangilinan: Chinese envoy risks 'firing squad' for defying Beijing

MANILA, Philippines — Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan criticized Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan, suggesting that diplomats who go against Beijing’s wishes could face harsh punishment upon returning to…

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Beijing's population expected to become super-aged by 2035

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The human touch behind the virtual technology for preparing child cancer patients

Hong Kong Polytechnic University professor Shara Lee Wee-yee has been using a mixed reality programme to reduce the fear and uncertainty children face before radiotherapy, with personalised rehearsals that allow families…

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PIIE’s Lovely on China-US Trade

Mary Lovely, Senior Fellow at PIIE, says China’s dominance in rare earth production gives Beijing significant leverage in trade issues with the US. She speaks with Stephen Engle on the sidelines of the Bund Summit in Sha…

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China’s economy grows 4.5% on robust exports as domestic weakness persists

The official figure from the July-September quarter beat expectations and picked up from 4.3% in April-June, the slowest pace in more than three years.

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China's Growth Rebounds While Home-Price Slump Eases

China’s growth accelerated more than expected in the third quarter while home prices fell at a slower pace in September. Maybank Macro Research Director Erica Tay discusses what it may mean for stimulus expectations. (So…

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Left paralysed after crash, Hong Kong Keeta rider caught in insurance limbo

After a traffic accident on a delivery run for Keeta left courier Joe* paralysed, his world has shrunk to the view of the ceiling above his hospital bed in Hong Kong. The tragedy took place in May when the 54-year-old mo…