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As economy falters, China girds its defenses
Talking Points Leaders want to grow the military faster than the economy
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North Korea's stranded migrant workers
The Explainer Hermit kingdom sent labourers overseas to fund cash-starved regime and weapons programme, but shut borders during pandemic
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What do we know about China's global cyber operations?
Today's Big Question A tranche of leaked documents offers new insight into Beijing's sprawling mercenary hacking operation
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The real reason Hong Kong is so mad at Lionel Messi
The Explainer Anger over soccer star Lionel Messi's failure to play in an exhibition game has escalated into a diplomatic spat
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How the world economy learned to live with the drama
Under the Radar As economists predict a 'soft landing' after recent crises, is the global economy now 'oblivious to the new world disorder'?
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Geopolitical advantages might make Vietnam wealthy
The Explainer The tensions between the United States and China could prove beneficial in Hanoi
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What Elon Musk has to fear from China's 'Tesla killer'
Talking Points BYD is now the world's biggest seller of electric vehicles
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Will the economy derail Xi's global plans?
Today's Big Question Declining stock markets and a continuing property slump are bad news for Chinese leader
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China delaying Boeing airplane deliveries in potential blow to US relations
Speed Read Chinese airlines are reportedly delaying the deliveries as a result of safety concerns over the 737 Max jet
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Taiwan election: a fight for national identity
Under the radar Historic DPP victory throws spotlight on generational divide over island's position on independence, identity and China
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Can the world really wean itself off coal?
Today's Big Question 'Record' global consumption is set to fall soon but growing demand in China and India could increase tensions
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Boycott Maldives: Modi holiday snaps ignite row between India and island nation
Indian tourists threaten to stay away after critical comments made by Maldivian ministers
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Kim Jong Un at 40: the distinctive leadership style of the North Korean dictator
Talking Point Ruthless at home yet pragmatic abroad, Kim is more secure than when he came to power over a decade ago
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What will Taiwan's election mean for its relationship with China?
Today's Big Question The outcome of the vote to choose new Taiwanese president will have major implications for domestic and global politics
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