(2023-09-08). Do Geezers Run the World? Should They? counterpunch.org The leading contenders for the United States presidency are 77 and 80-years old. The leaders of the emerging BRICS countries are: 77 (Luiz Inácio da Silva of Brazil), 71 (Vladimir Putin of Russia), 73 (Narendra Modi of India), 70 (Xi Jinping of China), 71 (Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa). The Turkish leader, Recep Erdoƒüan, is
(2023-09-08). Economic Growth in G7 Versus BRICS: A Reality Check. counterpunch.org In the United Kingdom, the BBC prepared and published data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in January about different nations' growth forecasts for 2023 and 2024. The BBC foregrounded some really bad news for the UK. Of nine major industrial economies—the G7 (the U.S., Canada, Japan, Germany, the UK, France, and Canada), plus Russia, and China—the UK
(2023-09-08). Headlines for September 8, 2023. democracynow.org Oxfam Says G20 Leaders Are Falling Drastically Short on Climate Action , Hong Kong Flooded as 6 Inches of Rain Falls in One Hour, 380 Remain Missing in Hawaii a Month After Wildfires Scorched Lahaina, Amid Record Heat in D.C., Protesters at White House Demand Biden Declare Climate Emergency , Climate Protesters Disrupt U.S. Open Tennis Tournament Amid Searing Heat, Spectator Ejected from US Open After Shouting Nazi Slogan at German Player, NATO Head Says Ukrainian Counteroffensive Making "Gradual" Progress , New Book Says Elon Musk Intervened to Thwart Attack by Ukraine on Russian-Occupied Crimea, Nor…
(2023-09-08). Ukraine, Africa and Europe's fateful choice. unitedworldint.com The approach that the Ukraine conflict has been instigated by the US to detach Europe from Russia and, thus Asia, is gaining wider acceptance day by day. The US, by stirring turmoil in Ukraine, a convergence point of Europe and Asia, aimed in the short term to hinder Eurasian integration and in the long-term China's …
(2023-09-08). Differences and tensions between G20 countries cast doubt over agreement on joint declaration at India summit. channelnewsasia.com United States President Joe Biden will be attending this year's summit in the Indian capital of New Delhi, but his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have both notably opted to skip it.
(2023-09-08). G20 Summit in Delhi: How Xi Jinping's absence will be advantageous for Joe Biden. firstpost.com US President Joe Biden will be arriving in New Delhi on Friday evening for the much-awaited G20 Summit 2023 under India's Presidency while China's Xi Jinping, Russia's Vladimir Putin will be skipping the event. | The absence of Xi at the high-profile G20 Summit will be advantageous for Biden. While the US President said he was "disappointed" at the Chinese President's absence as China's economy wobbles creates a narrow opening for Washington to reshape the agenda of a political club it has struggled to corral. | Biden is visiting India for the G20 Summit with an offer for the "Global South". Armed with cash for t…
(2023-09-08). Japan's Moon Sniper: JAXA has a bag of clever tricks to ensure SLIM module's successful landing. firstpost.com In an effort to recover from past challenges and strengthen its space program, Japan launched the "Moon Sniper" mission last Thursday, shortly after India's remarkable lunar achievement with the Chandrayaan-3 mission. | So far only the United States, Russia, China, and India have had prosperous lunar landings to date. Because of this, Japan's mission is imbued with great optimism and noteworthy technological progress. | Japan for its part, has really crafted its lunar lander with expertise to give it the best chance of a successful landing. It wouldn't be far-fetched to say that like ISRO's Chandrayaan-3, JAXA's…
(2023-09-08). Chinese Vice Premier to Attend Eastern Economic Forum in Move to Boost Russia Ties. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning confirmed on Friday that China's State Council Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing would be participating in the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) hosted by the Russian city of Vladivostok.
(2023-09-08). Turnover of fish products between Russia, China soars 75% in 8M 2023. tass.com Fish products exported to China reportedly stood at 716,000 metric tons valued at $1.38 bln in January-August 2023…
(2023-09-08). Turkey's imports from Russia total $28.3 bln in January-July — statistical institute. tass.com It is also reported that in July Russia was the second-largest supplier to Turkey after China with supplies of goods and services from China and Russia worth $4.6 bln and $3.65 bln, respectively…
(2023-09-08). India Semicon: Foxconn, STMicroelectronics planning to build semiconductor plant in India. firstpost.com Foxconn Technology Group is joining forces with STMicroelectronics NV in a collaborative effort to establish a semiconductor factory in India, as they seek government support to enhance their presence in the South Asian nation. | The companies, Taiwan's Foxconn and Franco-Italian STMicro, are in the process of seeking state assistance for the construction of a 40-nanometer chip plant. People familiar with the matter, who preferred to remain anonymous since the plan has not been made public, have confirmed this development. It's worth noting that these 40-nanometer chips are employed in a wide range of application…
(2023-09-08). Livestreamer detained for using drones to tail women. ecns.cn A livestreamer in Chongyang county, Hubei province, has been placed under a 10-day administrative detention and had his account suspended after using drones to invade the privacy of women on their way home, as reported by China Central Television on Wednesday.
(2023-09-08). Pentagon Developing AI Drone Swarms to 'Deter' China. globalresearch.ca
(2023-09-08). Parliament Approves Maduro's Official Visit to China; Venezuela's VP Meets China's FM. orinocotribune.com 
Caracas ( During the meeting held this Thursday, September 7, a letter sent by President Nicolás Maduro was submitted to the plenary for its consideration, in which he requested permission—in accordance with Articles 285 and 187 of the Constitution—to make a state visit of…
(2023-09-08). China welcomes stronger biz ties with Australia. ecns.cn China welcomes more communications and dialogues in various sectors between China and Australia, with a focus on the long-term economic and trade cooperation between the two countries, the Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday.
(2023-09-08). Australia aims for steady ties, premier told. ecns.cn Premier Li Qiang was assured on Thursday by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, in a meeting on the sidelines of the 18th East Asia Summit in Jakarta, Indonesia, that Canberra wants to build a stable and constructive relationship with China.
(2023-09-08). Exports show steady growth in first 8 months. ecns.cn China's exports increased 0.8 percent year-on-year in the first eight months, despite lackluster overseas demand, rising protectionist pressures and intensifying geopolitical tensions, offering an encouraging boost to the country's economic recovery, said experts and executives.
(2023-09-08). Former government vice-chairman indicted on bribe charges. ecns.cn Zhang Yongze, former vice-chairman of the government of Southwest China's Tibet autonomous region, has been indicted on charges of taking bribes of about 51.8 million yuan ($7 million), and he pleaded guilty in court on Thursday."ÄÄ…
(2023-09-08). Diplomats marvel at changes as Asian Games beckon. ecns.cn Arriving in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, Abrao dos Santos, ambassador of Timor-Leste to China, was deeply impressed by the tremendous changes he had witnessed.
(2023-09-08). Xi encourages flood-affected villagers to bolster their confidence to overcome difficulties. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, on Thursday visited flood-affected villagers in the city of Shangzhi, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province.
(2023-09-08). China's first home-built cruise liner completes second trial run. ecns.cn The Adora Magic City is 323.6 meters long, 37.2 meters wide and 72 meters tall, roughly the height of a 25-story residential building.
(2023-09-08). BRI hailed as balanced, mutually beneficial path. ecns.cn He said that China and Central Asia are friendly neighbors, who will work together under the BRI framework and jointly build a community with a shared future for mankind under the strategic guidance of leaders from China and Central Asian countries.in Kazakhstan, has blossomed into a 'flower of friendship', and is bearing the fruits of mutual benefits and a win-win approach."
(2023-09-08). Venezuela Signs Agreement With China's International Research Center of Big Data. orinocotribune.com Venezuela has signed a memorandum of understanding with China's International Research Center of Big Data for Sustainable Development Goals (CBAS), in order to establish broader cooperation in the processing and analysis of satellite images, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Science and Technology of Venezuela. | "The Minister of Science and Technology [Gabriela Jiménez] signed a memorandum of understanding between the Ministry of Science and Technology and CBAS," read the press release published by the ministry this Thursday, September 7, "with the aim of establishing broader cooperation in the p…
(2023-09-08). Biden's Anti-Mining Policies Leave Critical US Mineral Supply Chains at Risk – Congressman. sputnikglobe.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – US supply chains for minerals critical to national security remain vulnerable, and reliant on China and other foreign sources, due to the Biden administration's lack of support for domestic mining initiatives, Congressman Paul Gosar told Sputnik.
(2023-09-08). Chinese Embassy Hits Out at Allegations of AI Meddling in US Politics. sputnikglobe.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – Western claims that Beijing is using artificial intelligence to create fake social media accounts to interfere in American politics are "full of prejudice and malicious speculation," Chinese Embassy spokesperson Liu Pengyu said in a statement to Sputnik.
(2023-09-08). G-77 plus China, a space where everyone counts, Cuban diplomat says. plenglish.com Addis Ababa, Sep 8 (Prensa Latina) The Group of 77 (G-77) plus China is a natural space where Southern countries can promote their interests, Cuban Ambassador to Ethiopia Jorge Lefebre commented in this capital on the upcoming summit in Havana.
(2023-09-08). Nicaragua and China expand their ties and cooperation. plenglish.com Beijing, Sep 8 (Prensa Latina) The ties with China open up an alternative, a better way to promote international relations and solidarity cooperation, Nicaraguan Ambassador Michael René Campbell Hooker said on Friday.
(2023-09-08). Schools, subways disrupted as storm batters China's south. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-09-08). Indonesia, China discuss boost to investment and trade. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-09-08). China slows fertiliser exports, raising industry concerns in India. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-09-08). China's Huawei launches Mate 60 Pro+ smartphone for presale. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-09-08). India discounts widest in seven weeks, China premiums bounce back. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-09-08). Nanjing scraps home-buying curbs in China's latest property boost. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-09-08). PetroChina buys EV charging firm Potevio New Energy. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-09-08). Claims China Uses AI to Interfere in US Politics Nothing But 'Malicious Speculation' – Embassy. sputnikglobe.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – Western claims that China is using artificial intelligence to create fake social media accounts to interfere in American politics are "full of prejudice and malicious speculation," Chinese Embassy spokesperson Liu Pengyu said in a statement to Sputnik.
(2023-09-08). 2023 CIFTIS: Driving economic recovery and maintaining commitment to openness. ecns.cn The 2023 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) has garnered considerable attention and expanded its international reach, signaling positive developments in the Chinese economy.
(2023-09-08). Record rainfall causes flooding in Hong Kong days after typhoon. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-09-08). Fuga de gas deja al menos 10 trabajadores muertos en China. telesurtv.net La fuga provocó la caída de varios trabajadores de un taller; nueve de ellos murieron en el lugar mientras que la décima víctima falleció en un hospital.
(2023-09-08). Presidente de Venezuela visita ciudad china de Shenzhen. telesurtv.net Nicolás Maduro y la delegación que lo acompaña presenciaron desde Shenzhen Talents Park un espectáculo de luces dedicado a Venezuela.
(2023-09-08). Tifón Haikui deja cerca de 300.000 personas evacuadas en China. telesurtv.net Se esperan más lluvias torrenciales que pueden desencadenar torrentes de montaña, inundaciones y otros desastres secundarios.
(2023-09-08). Hong Kong sufre caída de precipitaciones sin precedentes. telesurtv.net Estas intensas lluvias, se producen tras los dos tifones que han azotado Hong Kong en las últimas dos semanas, Saola y Haikui.
(2023-09-08). AN autoriza gira internacional del presidente de Venezuela. telesurtv.net La gira internacional del mandatario venezolano incluye una visita oficial a China y a otros países.
(2023-09-08). Venezuela y China fortalecen relaciones de cooperación. telesurtv.net La reunión entre las autoridades de Venezuela y China apunta en seguir consolidando las relaciones diplomáticas del más alto nivel entre ambas naciones.
(2023-09-08). Presidente Nicolás Maduro llega a China en visita oficial. telesurtv.net La última visita de Nicolás Maduro a China se produjo en 2018, cuando también se reunió con Xi Jinping para aumentar la cooperación bilateral.
(2023-09-06). Nation's Oldest, Largest Latino Civil Rights Group Issues FL Emergency Plan. truthout.org The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) has issued an emergency preparedness plan to confront the threat posed by Florida's SB 1718, an anti-immigrant law which no longer recognizes driver's licenses issued to undocumented immigrants from other states and criminalizes the transportation of undocumented workers across state lines into Florida. "LULAC is ready to help our immigrant… |