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Now playing Next Philippines Chinese ships block Philippine coast guard in South China Sea Two Philippine boats breached a Chinese coast guard blockade in a dangerous confrontation in the disputed South China Sea 23/08/2023
Now playing Next USA US, Japan and South Korea agree Pacific security pact “The purpose of our trilateral security cooperation is and will remain to promote and enhance peace and stability throughout the region,” the leaders said in a joint statement. 19/08/2023
Now playing Next no comment Robots steal the show as China displays its latest tech breakthroughs AI-powered humanoids and K9-inspired canine companions take the stage in Beijing. 16/08/2023
Now playing Next world news President Joe Biden restricts US investments in Chinese technology President Joe Biden signed an executive order Wednesday to block and regulate high-tech US-based investments going toward China - a move the administration said was targeted but it also reflected an intensifying competition between the world's two biggest powers. 10/08/2023
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Now playing Next Business China: Sharpest drop in exports since 2020 amid sluggish global demand Sales of Chinese products to foreign markets fell by 14.5% year-on-year last month, shrinking for the third consecutive month. 08/08/2023
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Now playing Next China Authorities warn of more rain in China as mop-up operations continue As the rain continues in some parts of the country, Chinese authorities warn that there may be more bad weather and flooding to come. 04/08/2023
Now playing Next no comment WATCH: Thousands evacuated as devastating floods hit northeast China Heavy rain and high water levels on rivers in northeastern China have caused severe flooding and threaten whole cities prompting the evacuation of thousands. 04/08/2023