Your Wednesday Briefing: Shanghai’s Devastating Outbreak
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China halts short-term visas for South Korea and Japan over Covid travel curbs
Beijing had said it would retaliate against countries that require negative tests from Chinese travellersChina has suspended issuing short-term visas in South Korea and Japan after announcing it would retaliate against countries that required negative …
Travel between China and Australia tipped to rebound rapidly as Chinese airlines ramp up flights
Industry hopes China’s reopening might bring wider benefits for travellers with more airfare price competitionGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastChinese airlines are ramping up flights to Australia as Covid restric…
China halts visas for South Koreans in retaliation for COVID-19 curbs
A brief notice by the the Chinese Embassy in Seoul said the ban will continue until South Korea lifts its ‘discriminatory measures on entrance by China’ to the country.
China Retaliates Against South Korea, Japan Over COVID-19 Restrictions
The moves represent China’s first attempt at retaliation after a raft of nations recently implemented testing requirements for travelers from the country
China’s ‘wolf warrior’ foreign affairs spokesperson moved to new role
Zhao Lijian’s shift to low-profile department seen by some as a sign of Beijing softening its diplomatic strategyThe face of China’s “wolf warrior” diplomacy, Zhao Lijian, has been moved from his role as foreign affairs spokesperson to a low-profile de…
This Is What Shanghai’s Covid Outbreak Looks Like
The Chinese city is being gripped by a massive Covid wave, leading to a surge in hospitalizations and crowded funeral homes.
Is China Preparing A ‘Sanctions-Evasion War-Chest’?
Zero Hedge: ‘A Sanctions-Evasion War-Chest Ahead Of Taiwan Invasion’ – Why Is China Hoarding Gold Again? A month ago, we confirmed the identity of the “mystery” gold-buyer who had been suddenly hording the precious metal in recent months. Spe…
China raises Australia’s hopes over detained pair and trade disputes amid thaw in relations
Chinese envoy in Canberra largely positive about enhancing ties between countries while stepping up criticism of Aukus security dealFollow our Australia news live blog for the latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily n…
Pro-democracy Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai requests Rishi Sunak meeting – report
The British citizen is awaiting trial on national security charges in Hong Kong that could see him jailed for life if convictedLawyers for the Hong Kong activist and media mogul Jimmy Lai have reportedly requested a meeting with the British prime minis…