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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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Inside Xi's purge of China's military leadership
Talking Points The country has pumped billions into defense. Did that create opportunities for corruption?
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The year in photos: poignant pictures from around the world in 2023
In Pictures From rescued rabbits in Greek wildfires to Elton John's farewell set at Glastonbury
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Jimmy Lai: democracy on trial in Hong Kong
Talking Point The pro-democracy media tycoon was arrested more than three years ago on national security charges
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'Starmer and Thatcher could scarcely be further apart'
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