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Hong Kong high-rise aims to become ‘village’ of the dead

A new columbarium in Hong Kong offers longer stay for the deceased in one of the world’s most crowded cities.

UK should make Hong Kong release of Jimmy Lai ‘priority’: son

Sebastien Lai, son of Jimmy Lai, calls on Britain to prioritize his father’s release, emphasizing the need for action against China’s suppression of dissent in Hong Kong.

Censorship concerns arise as Lianhe Zaobao’s article of Biden’s remark on Xi blocked in Hong Kong

Censorship concerns arise as a Lianhe Zaobao’s article calling Xi Jinping a “dictator” is allegedly blocked in Hong Kong, along with Tiananmen massacre-related content.

US lawmakers approve Taiwan trade deal despite Chinese ire

US lawmakers pass an agreement to deepen economic relations with Taiwan, sparking a displeased response from Beijing.

China slams Biden for equating Xi to ‘dictators’

China criticized Biden’s comments equating Xi Jinping with “dictators,” calling it a provocation, while the White House tried to ease tensions.

Chinese carrier group passes through Taiwan Strait

China’s Shandong aircraft carrier led warships through Taiwan Strait; tensions rise with increased incursions and military activity.

Biden equates China’s Xi with ‘dictators’ at donor reception

US President Joe Biden angered Chinese President Xi Jinping by recounting a February incident where a Chinese spying balloon was shot down by the US, leading to a diplomatic crisis. Biden emphasized China’s economic difficulties but highlighted the need for a relationship. He also mentioned the Quad group’s efforts in the Indo-Pacific region, which upset Xi.

China, US must choose between ‘cooperation or conflict’, top diplomat tells Blinken

China’s top diplomat, Wang Yi, urged the US to choose between cooperation or conflict during a meeting with Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Beijing.

Blinken may meet Xi during final day of talks in Beijing

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to meet China’s top envoy and possibly President Xi Jinping on the final day of his visit to Beijing, aiming to improve strained relations. The talks seek to prevent conflict and reopen communication channels between the two largest economies.

Hong Kong protest anthem removed from Spotify, iTunes

The Hong Kong protest anthem “Glory to Hong Kong” has been removed from Spotify and iTunes following the government’s legal action to ban its public performance. The song was criticized for promoting separatist ideas and was previously banned from schools.