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Hong Kong leader starts push for new security laws, says city ‘can’t afford to wait’

Chief Executive John Lee says the Hong Kong government will attempt to pass the laws 'as soon as possible' but did not give a precise timetable for them to be approved by the city's legislature.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Japan Emerges as Top Lunar New Year Destination for Pinoy Travelers, Agoda Reveals

Aside from Japan, Filipinos are also visiting other short-haul flight destinations with Hong Kong, Thailand, South Korea, and Singapore rounding out the top five choices. The preferred international cities for Pinoy travelers include Tokyo, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Osaka, and Singapore. Looking at which travelers will be visiting the Philippines during the Lunar New Year, Agoda’s […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsJan 27th, 2024

A technological revolution : Is Hong Kong ready for AI?

The survey, conducted online in December 2023, aimed to assess Hong Kong's AI competencies within the country’s financial services, shedding light on both the challenges and opportunities organizations encounter in integrating AI in their businesses. .....»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Rihanna joins Catriona Gray in Madame Tussauds Hong Kong

Globally acclaimed singer Rihanna, who is widely regarded as one of the most prominent and important singers of the 21st century, is the latest addition to Madame Tussauds Hong Kong’s roster of international celebrities......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 23rd, 2024

China maintains defence budget growth despite economic travails

Hong Kong, March 12 (ANI): At the 14th National People's Congress, China announced its defence budget for 2024 and interestingly maintained the growth rate of its military expenditure at precisely the same percentage as last year, as Chairman Xi Jinping continues to prioritize the People's Liberation Army (PLA) at the expense of other sectors of government funding. Indeed, according to figures released on the opening day.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

Japan Again Calls Out Chinese Government s Rights Abuses

Last week, during China's fourth Universal Periodic Review (UPR) at the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, Japan expressed "concern about the human rights situation in China" and recommended that Beijing "protect the rights of the minorities, including Tibetans and Uyghurs ... guarantee the fundamental rights and freedom under the Hong Kong basic la.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

China urges ROK to stay prudent on South China Sea issue: Chinese FM

BEIJING, March 28 (Xinhua) -- China urges the Republic of Korea (ROK) to stay prudent when it comes to the South China Sea issue, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday. Lin made the remarks at a regular press briefing when responding to a media query about ROK Foreign Ministry Spokesperson's biased and unfactual comments on the South China Sea issue over the past few days. "China.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 28th, 2024

‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire’ puno ng aksyon, pasabog ang bakbakan

HUMANDA na moviegoers! Dahil nagbabalik ang tinatawag na “Titans” upang wasakin ang big screen! Makalipas ang tatlong taon, muling mapapanood sa mga lokal na sinehan ang bagong movie hit na “Godzilla vs. Kong.” Ito ang follow-up film na pinamagatang “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire.” Bibida ulit diyan ang British actress na si Rebecca Hall.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 30th, 2024

Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, March 31

JAKARTA -- The authorities of Indonesia's Batam Island officially started on Sunday the operation of direct shipment from Batuampar Port to China's Guangzhou and Shenzhen to boost trade between the two countries. The direct shipping service was initiated by Persero Batam and the Batam Concession Agency in collaboration with SITC International Holdings, a Hong Kong-based shipping logistics company. (Indonesia-Chi.....»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

China slams foreign criticism of Hong Kong’s upcoming Article 23 national security law

The law, known as Article 23, will target crimes including treason, theft of state secrets, espionage, sabotage, sedition, and 'external interference,' including from foreign governments.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

Backgroungder: The Republic of Nauru

HONG KONG, Jan. 15 (Xinhua) -- The Republic of Nauru announced Monday that it will recognize the one-China principle and sever "diplomatic relations" with Taiwan. Nauru is an island country in the Central Pacific with a land area of 21.1 square kilometers and a marine exclusive economic zone of 320,000 square kilometers. Nauru's population is about 13,000. Most of them are of Micronesian origin, and the r.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Backgroungder: The Republic of Nauru

HONG KONG, Jan. 15 (Xinhua) -- The Republic of Nauru announced Monday that it will recognize the one-China principle and sever "diplomatic relations" with Taiwan. Nauru is an island country in the Central Pacific with a land area of 21.1 square kilometers and a marine exclusive economic zone of 320,000 square kilometers. Nauru's population is about 13,000. Most of them are of Micronesian origin, and the r.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

China urges Philippines to stop provocations in South China Sea

BEIJING, April 1 (Xinhua) -- China urges the Philippines to immediately stop violating China's sovereignty and its provocations on Ren'ai Jiao, and return to observing the spirit of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (DOC), Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said on Monday. Wang made the remarks when asked to comment on a statement made by the Philippine department of.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024

China coastguard uses water cannons against Philippine ships in South China Sea

MANILA/SHANGHAI (Reuters) -China’s coastguard said it had taken measures against Philippine vessels in disputed waters of the South China Sea on Saturday, while the Philippines decried the moves, including the use of water cannons, as “irresponsible and provocative”. China’s actions led to “significant damage” and injury to personnel on a civilian boat hired to resupply.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 24th, 2024

China says it opposes Philippine construction on Nansha Islands

China firmly opposes the Philippine side conducting any form of construction activity on the islands and reefs of China's Nansha Islands that it invaded and illegally occupied, a spokesperson for China's Defense Ministry said Thursday.  "China has indisputable sovereignty over the Nansha Islands and the adjacent waters, which is fully backed by historical and legal evidence," Wu Qian, a spokesperson for the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

China says it opposes Philippine construction on Nansha Islands

China firmly opposes the Philippine side conducting any form of construction activity on the islands and reefs of China's Nansha Islands that it invaded and illegally occupied, a spokesperson for China's Defense Ministry said Thursday.  "China has indisputable sovereignty over the Nansha Islands and the adjacent waters, which is fully backed by historical and legal evidence," Wu Qian, a spokesperson for the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Davao Norte governor defies suspension order

Davao del Norte Gov. Edwin Jubahib refused to vacate his post even as the Department of the Interior and Local Government served yesterday a 60-day suspension order issued by the Office of the President......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 11th, 2024

Who’s the ponente of this odd Supreme Court ruling?

The Supreme Court First Division issued in November a decision that defies logic. It took away from a developer a prime property in Taguig that the latter had bought and fully paid for way back 1995......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

Jailed former PM Imran Khans Supporters Stir Election Upset: Pakistan Election Results Unveiled – The Daily Guardian

Title: Imran Khan’s PTI Party Defies Expectations, Gains Significant Seats in Pakistani Parliament In a surprising turn of events, former cricket star Imran Khan, along.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

Hungary Defies EU Blackmail on Ukraine Funding – The Daily Guardia

The Daily Guardian: Financial Times Offers Discounted Price for Readers In a move to provide convenience and accessibility to its readers, the Financial Times (FT).....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024