Hasty cremation of activist’s body by Chinese authorities ‘without consent’
Hong Hong’s Ming Pao reports that in the incident of the bizarre death of democracy activist Li Wangyang in Shaoyang, Hunan Province, the authorities conducted an autopsy in haste without his relatives’ consent, and cremated his body yesterday morning. Li’s friends condemned the authorities for destroying evidence in doing so. Li’s relatives and the democracy … Continue reading »
Animal epidemics escalating in China, humans at risk
The weak and ill-managed quarantine network is to blame for a rise in animal epidemics, particularly those that can be transmitted to humans, veterinary experts warn. The State Council has issued a blueprint on how to prevent and treat animal epidemics for the next eight years, noting several outbreaks and the dramatic rise in recent … Continue reading »
Vietnam speaks about Cam Ranh Bay, South China Sea
Vietnam‘s Cam Ranh Bay has played a central role in major regional conflicts of the past century and the US defence secretary’s visit last week put it centre stage again as the battle for influence in the South China Sea hots up. Vietnam’s priorities for the opening up of Cam Ranh Bay are intriguing. As … Continue reading »
New Cold War: Sino-Russian bloc more active and expanding
At its recent summit meeting, China and Russia’s major bloc, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, was more active and expanding. More active China provides USD10 billion loan to other 5 members and member states have vowed to intensify their economic cooperation; Its leaders signed an announcement expressing its stance to counter the West: It opposes resolving … Continue reading »
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