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Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s internal review found ‘no evidence’ of China influence

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) stated that there is “no evidence” of Beijing’s dominance over the bank, following allegations made by a former executive. The AIIB conducted an internal review and found no improper influence, affirming its adherence to multilateral governance standards. The bank acknowledged the need to address certain issues raised during the review but dismissed the allegations as unsubstantiated. The AIIB, established as a counterweight to Western financial institutions, has 106 global members but not the United States.

US not seeking ‘winner-take-all’ competition with China

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen assured Chinese Premier Li Qiang that the United States seeks healthy economic competition, not a winner-take-all approach, during her visit to Beijing aimed at stabilizing ties. Yellen emphasized the importance of maintaining a fair set of rules and avoiding misunderstandings that could worsen the bilateral economic relationship. Despite tensions, both countries expressed optimism about the visit, with hopes of warming up to each other and reshaping China-US relations.

China bans some Japanese food imports over Fukushima water release

China’s customs authority has announced a ban on food imports from 10 Japanese prefectures due to concerns over Japan’s plan to release treated nuclear wastewater into the ocean. China argues that Japan has unresolved issues regarding the legitimacy of ocean dumping and the reliability of purification equipment. The plan, approved by the International Atomic Energy Agency, has faced opposition from regional neighbors and fishing communities in Fukushima.

Philippine Coast Guard accuses Chinese boats of ‘dangerous’ manoeuvres

The Philippine Coast Guard accused Chinese patrol vessels of dangerous obstruction in the South China Sea during a mission to assert territorial claims, risking collision. Similar incidents have occurred in the past.

Torrential rains kill at least 15 in southwest China

Fifteen dead, four missing in Chongqing floods. Torrential rain causes floods and landslides, disrupting the lives of over 130,000 people in 19 districts. Extreme weather events continue in China.

Australia to support activists threatened by Hong Kong

Australia expresses concern over Hong Kong bounties on activists, vows support for those residing in Australia.

UK offering ‘protection to fugitives’ after bounty put on Hong Kong activists

China accuses UK of protecting fugitives; UK defends stance against China’s interference in Hong Kong’s affairs.

Wanted activists should surrender or ‘spend days in fear’: Hong Kong leader

Hong Kong’s leader urges overseas activists to surrender after police offer bounties for violating national security law.

US slams Hong Kong bounties as ‘dangerous’ precedent

The US condemns Hong Kong’s bounties on democracy activists abroad, warning of dangerous precedent and human rights threats.

Hong Kong police offer bounties for 8 prominent overseas activists

Hong Kong police offer HK$1 (US$127,644) million bounties for information leading to the capture of eight democracy activists based abroad.