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French protests underscore deep concerns over slow decline amid US, China dominance

Images of burning barricades were shown side by side with the handover ceremony for France’s new prime minister, Sebastien Lecornu,…

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Facing China’s solar power industry, EU advised to concede defeat

A group of French and German economists has urged Europe to identify which industries to support in the face of…

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Chinese tourists’ love affair with Paris deepens as visits surge 15%

Many Chinese tourists arriving in Paris in recent weeks have been surprised by the same thing: the quiet. August is…

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When North Koreans raise a toast, it’s increasingly Chinese wine, as import volume surges

North Korea, one of the world’s most isolated and heavily sanctioned countries, has remained a major destination for Chinese wine…

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China’s new child subsidy is popular. But will it actually raise the birth rate?

When Wang Yuyan first heard about China’s new national child subsidy, she was happy about receiving some extra support. But…

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Europe’s scorching heatwave sets demand for Chinese air conditioners ablaze

From Paris to Athens, and Lisbon to Berlin, Europeans are enduring a prolonged and punishing summer heatwave amid global warming.…

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European firms tout Hong Kong as springboard for expansion into mainland China, Asia

Hong Kong can help European companies tap promising markets in Asia, particularly mainland China, by leveraging the city’s unique advantages…

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Europe is expecting a wave of Chinese tourists. Should it thank Donald Trump?

Europe is basking in summer, with sunny skies, high temperatures – and a surge in Chinese tourists. Despite lingering challenges…

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France’s struggling factories need investment. Is China the answer?

This year marks half a century of formal diplomatic relations between China and the European Union as well as the…

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As US and Europe cut aid budgets, China’s star is on the rise in Southeast Asia, report says

China’s role as Southeast Asia’s largest infrastructure financier is increasing its regional influence at a time when the United States…

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