<p>The Chinese government under President Xi Jinping is demolishing, closing and altering hundreds of mosques in the northern regions of Ningxia and Gansu, a new Human Rights Watch (HRW) report has claimed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After Xinjiang where the Uyghur Muslims are being persecuted, the north-central regions have the highest Muslim population&nbsp;in China. The government is cracking down on religious institutions to keep the minorities in check.</p>

<p>The report states that if the mosques are not destroyed, they are converted for secular use as part of the&nbsp;“government’s efforts to restrict the practice of Islam”.</p>

<p>Researchers at HRW used satellite imagery to analyse the fate of the mosques in two villages in Ningxia. Between 2019 and 2021, the&nbsp;domes and minarets were removed from all seven of the mosques. While three were razed to the ground, four were altered and the ablution hall of one was damaged.</p>

<p>Overall, 1,300 mosques, a third of the total have been closed since 2020 in the region. The number could be bigger as the HRW data does not include mosques&nbsp;closed or demolished because of their unofficial status, most of which happened before 2020.</p>

<p>“The Chinese government is not ‘consolidating’ mosques as it claims, but closing many down in violation of religious freedom,"&nbsp;said Maya Wang, acting China director at Human Rights Watch.</p>

<p>“The Chinese government’s closure, destruction, and repurposing of mosques is part of a systematic effort to curb the practice of Islam in China," she added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Since 2016 when Xi first called for the 'sinicisation' of religions, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has become the sole arbiter of&nbsp;people’s spiritual life.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Quizzed about the findings of the report, a Chinese government spokesperson said the state was fighting religious extremism.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>“People of all ethnic groups in China are fully entitled to the freedom of religious belief as prescribed by law. Following policies that protect freedom of religious belief, China, like other countries, administers religious affairs in accordance with law," the spokesperson was quoted as saying by <em>The Guardian</em>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We are resolute in rejecting and fighting religious extremism. Believers’ normal religious activities are guaranteed in accordance with law and their customs respected,” the spokesperson added.</p>

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<h2><strong>China's treatment of Uyghurs</strong></h2>

<p>For a long time, China has been accused by the Western world, especially the US, of undertaking a genocide of the Uyghur Muslim populace in the Xinjiang province. In a report released by the UN last year, China's actions in Xinjiang were dubbed as 'crimes against humanity'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report had been in the works for years and was released despite Chinese efforts to delay or block it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Xi Jinping on multiple occasions has made it clear that Islam can only exist in China if it is reformed according to Chinese orientation. The country has admitted that it runs concentration camps, which it dubs 'vocational training camps'.&nbsp;</p>

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The Chinese government under President Xi Jinping is demolishing, closing and altering hundreds of mosques in the northern regions of Ningxia and Gansu, a new Human Rights Watch (HRW) report has claimed.

The Chinese government under President Xi Jinping is demolishing, closing and altering hundreds of mosques in the northern regions of Ningxia and Gansu, a new Human Rights Watch (HRW) report has claimed. After Xinjiang where the Uyghur Muslims are being persecuted, the north-central regions have the highest Muslim population in China. The government is cracking down on religious institutions to keep the minorities in check. The report states that if the mosques are not destroyed, they are converted for secular use as part of the “government’s efforts to restrict the practice of Islam”. Researchers at HRW used satellite imagery to analyse the fate of the mosques in two villages in Ningxia. Between 2019 and 2021, the domes and minarets were removed from all seven of the mosques. While three were razed to the ground, four were altered and the ablution hall of one was damaged. Overall, 1,300 mosques, a third of the total have been closed since 2020 in the region. The number could be bigger as the HRW data does not include mosques closed or demolished because of their unofficial status, most of which happened before 2020. “The Chinese government is not ‘consolidating’ mosques as it claims, but closing many down in violation of religious freedom," said Maya Wang, acting China director at Human Rights Watch. “The Chinese government’s closure, destruction, and repurposing of mosques is part of a systematic effort to curb the practice of Islam in China," she added. Also read | China faces heat at UNGA over report of atrocities on Uyghurs in Xinjiang Since 2016 when Xi first called for the 'sinicisation' of religions, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has become the sole arbiter of people’s spiritual life. Quizzed about the findings of the report, a Chinese government spokesperson said the state was fighting religious extremism. “People of all ethnic groups in China are fully entitled to the freedom of religious belief as prescribed by law. Following policies that protect freedom of religious belief, China, like other countries, administers religious affairs in accordance with law," the spokesperson was quoted as saying by The Guardian. "We are resolute in rejecting and fighting religious extremism. Believers’ normal religious activities are guaranteed in accordance with law and their customs respected,” the spokesperson added. Watch | China bars Uyghur Muslims from praying in mosques | Trending on WION × China's treatment of Uyghurs For a long time, China has been accused by the Western world, especially the US, of undertaking a genocide of the Uyghur Muslim populace in the Xinjiang province. In a report released by the UN last year, China's actions in Xinjiang were dubbed as 'crimes against humanity'. The report had been in the works for years and was released despite Chinese efforts to delay or block it. Xi Jinping on multiple occasions has made it clear that Islam can only exist in China if it is reformed according to Chinese orientation. The country has admitted that it runs concentration camps, which it dubs 'vocational training camps'. (With inputs from agencies)

China: Xi Jinping's regime destroying, altering hundreds of mosques in northern region

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<p>Australian naval personnel allegedly sustained minor injuries on Tuesday (Nov 14) after an “unsafe and unprofessional” conduct by a Chinese warship in international waters off Japan’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).</p>

<p>Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles said Saturday (Nov 18) his government had expressed “serious concerns” to the Chinese side regarding the encounter between the HMAS Toowoomba and the People’s Liberation Army-Navy’s (PLAN) destroyer.</p>

<h2><strong>What happened?</strong></h2>

<p>According to the Australian minister, the Australian vessel was on its way to a scheduled port visit to Japan when it found that fishing nets had got stuck into the boat’s propellers.</p>

<p>The divers on the ship started an underwater operation to clear the nets. A message regarding the ongoing operation was also communicated through the usual maritime channels.</p>

<p>It was then that the PLAN vessel came dangerously close to the Australian ship. It prompted the Australian divers to reiterate their message and request the Chinese destroyers to stay away.</p>

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<p>According to Richard Marles, soon after the second warning was issued, the PLA destroyer DDG-139 “was detected operating its hull-mounted sonar in a manner that posed a risk to the safety of the Australian divers who were forced to exit the water."</p>

<p>It came even as the Chinese side “acknowledged” the message sent by the Australian divers.</p>

<p>The divers, who were assessed after they surfaced, sustained minor injuries after being subjected to the sonar pulses, the minister alleged.</p>

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<p>“This is unsafe and unprofessional conduct,” Marles said. “The safety and wellbeing of our [Australian Defence Force] personnel continues to be our utmost priority,” he added.</p>

<p>Divers exposed to high levels of underwater sound can suffer from dizziness, hearing damage or injuries to other organs, depending on the frequency and intensity of the sound, according to the UK’s Diving Medical Advisory Committee.</p>

<h2><strong>Setback to Australia-China reconciliation?</strong></h2>

<p>The assertive action by China comes hot on the heels of the much-anticipated visit by Australian leader Anthony Albanese to Beijing earlier this month where Chinese President Xi Jinping vowed to stabilise the bilateral relationship.</p>

<p>Canberra is hopeful that China will roll back its sanctions on Australian wine and other trade restrictions that were introduced during ex-PM Scott Morrison’s tenure.</p>

<p>However, Beijing has made clear the highly-sought reconciliation with China will come at a price, something that the Albanese administration would like to ponder upon.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Australian naval personnel allegedly sustained minor injuries on Tuesday (Nov 14) after an “unsafe and unprofessional” conduct by a Chinese warship in international waters off Japan’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).

Australian naval personnel allegedly sustained minor injuries on Tuesday (Nov 14) after an “unsafe and unprofessional” conduct by a Chinese warship in international waters off Japan’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles said Saturday (Nov 18) his government had expressed “serious concerns” to the Chinese side regarding the encounter between the HMAS Toowoomba and the People’s Liberation Army-Navy’s (PLAN) destroyer. What happened? According to the Australian minister, the Australian vessel was on its way to a scheduled port visit to Japan when it found that fishing nets had got stuck into the boat’s propellers. The divers on the ship started an underwater operation to clear the nets. A message regarding the ongoing operation was also communicated through the usual maritime channels. It was then that the PLAN vessel came dangerously close to the Australian ship. It prompted the Australian divers to reiterate their message and request the Chinese destroyers to stay away. Watch: Australia and china reunite for diplomatic talks × According to Richard Marles, soon after the second warning was issued, the PLA destroyer DDG-139 “was detected operating its hull-mounted sonar in a manner that posed a risk to the safety of the Australian divers who were forced to exit the water." It came even as the Chinese side “acknowledged” the message sent by the Australian divers. The divers, who were assessed after they surfaced, sustained minor injuries after being subjected to the sonar pulses, the minister alleged. Also read: Looking to mend ties, Australian PM talks of `very positive` meet with Xi Jinping “This is unsafe and unprofessional conduct,” Marles said. “The safety and wellbeing of our [Australian Defence Force] personnel continues to be our utmost priority,” he added. Divers exposed to high levels of underwater sound can suffer from dizziness, hearing damage or injuries to other organs, depending on the frequency and intensity of the sound, according to the UK’s Diving Medical Advisory Committee. Setback to Australia-China reconciliation? The assertive action by China comes hot on the heels of the much-anticipated visit by Australian leader Anthony Albanese to Beijing earlier this month where Chinese President Xi Jinping vowed to stabilise the bilateral relationship. Canberra is hopeful that China will roll back its sanctions on Australian wine and other trade restrictions that were introduced during ex-PM Scott Morrison’s tenure. However, Beijing has made clear the highly-sought reconciliation with China will come at a price, something that the Albanese administration would like to ponder upon. (With inputs from agencies)

Australia expresses concerns after China targets its divers with sonar pulses

<p>The cremation of China's former Premier Li Keqiang will take place on Thursday (Nov 2) in Beijing days after the "outstanding" leader's sudden death, the official Xinhua news agency reported.</p>

<p>Li, a former economist and pro-reform leader who served as the premier for over a decade before stepping down in March this year, died of a heart attack on October 27 in Shanghai.</p>

<p>His remains were transferred to Beijing from Shanghai on a special plane on that day, reported Xinhua.</p>

<p>"The remains of Comrade Li Keqiang will be cremated in Beijing on Thursday," the official Xinhua news agency reported.</p>

<p>"He was extolled as an excellent CPC member, a time-tested and loyal communist soldier and an outstanding proletarian revolutionist, statesman and leader of the Party and the state," Xinhua said on Tuesday, referring to the Chinese Communist Party.</p>

<p>On the day of his cremation, the flags will fly at half-mast across the country in mourning at the capital's Tiananmen Square, the Great Hall of the People, the foreign ministry as well as seats of local governments across the country, and diplomatic missions, Xinhua said.</p>

<p>According to the state media, he was in Shanghai on a holiday when he suffered a sudden heart attack and passed away the next day.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Comrade Li Keqiang, while resting in Shanghai in recent days, experienced a sudden heart attack on Oct. 26 and after all-out efforts to revive him failed, died in Shanghai at ten minutes past midnight on Oct. 27,” said state broadcaster CCTV.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Li's political career</strong></h2>

<p>Between 2013-23, Li was said to be China’s No. 2 leader but had increasingly been sidelined in recent years by Xi who has steered the world’s second-largest economy in a more statist direction.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Li, who served as the country’s premier – &nbsp;traditionally in charge of the economy – was an English-speaking economist and was once considered a contender to take over after then-Communist Party leader Hu Jintao in 2013 but was passed over in favour of Xi.</p>

<p>Notably, the elite economist was seen as a supporter of a more liberal market economy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In 2014, in his first annual policy address, he was reportedly praised for promising to pursue market-oriented reform, cut government waste, and get rid of corruption that was undermining public faith in the Communist Party.</p>

<p>He once served as a provincial leader in Henan in central China between 1998 and 2004. However, his term was marred by his reputation for bad luck after three fatal fires struck Henan during his time in office as well as an accusation of cracking down after an AIDS scandal.&nbsp;</p>

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The cremation of China's former Premier Li Keqiang will take place on Thursday (Nov 2) in Beijing days after the "outstanding" leader's sudden death, the official Xinhua news agency reported.

The cremation of China's former Premier Li Keqiang will take place on Thursday (Nov 2) in Beijing days after the "outstanding" leader's sudden death, the official Xinhua news agency reported. Li, a former economist and pro-reform leader who served as the premier for over a decade before stepping down in March this year, died of a heart attack on October 27 in Shanghai. His remains were transferred to Beijing from Shanghai on a special plane on that day, reported Xinhua. "The remains of Comrade Li Keqiang will be cremated in Beijing on Thursday," the official Xinhua news agency reported. "He was extolled as an excellent CPC member, a time-tested and loyal communist soldier and an outstanding proletarian revolutionist, statesman and leader of the Party and the state," Xinhua said on Tuesday, referring to the Chinese Communist Party. On the day of his cremation, the flags will fly at half-mast across the country in mourning at the capital's Tiananmen Square, the Great Hall of the People, the foreign ministry as well as seats of local governments across the country, and diplomatic missions, Xinhua said. According to the state media, he was in Shanghai on a holiday when he suffered a sudden heart attack and passed away the next day. “Comrade Li Keqiang, while resting in Shanghai in recent days, experienced a sudden heart attack on Oct. 26 and after all-out efforts to revive him failed, died in Shanghai at ten minutes past midnight on Oct. 27,” said state broadcaster CCTV. Also read: Video | Israeli UN delegates wear yellow stars as 'symbol of pride', invite criticism Li's political career Between 2013-23, Li was said to be China’s No. 2 leader but had increasingly been sidelined in recent years by Xi who has steered the world’s second-largest economy in a more statist direction. Li, who served as the country’s premier – traditionally in charge of the economy – was an English-speaking economist and was once considered a contender to take over after then-Communist Party leader Hu Jintao in 2013 but was passed over in favour of Xi. Notably, the elite economist was seen as a supporter of a more liberal market economy. In 2014, in his first annual policy address, he was reportedly praised for promising to pursue market-oriented reform, cut government waste, and get rid of corruption that was undermining public faith in the Communist Party. He once served as a provincial leader in Henan in central China between 1998 and 2004. However, his term was marred by his reputation for bad luck after three fatal fires struck Henan during his time in office as well as an accusation of cracking down after an AIDS scandal. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The US military stated that a Chinese fighter jet almost collided with an American B-52 bomber when it was flying over the South China Sea, highlighting the possibility of an incident as both nations compete for dominance in the area.

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<p>The US-China chip wars continue to intensify as Washington directed one of the world's top chipmakers, the Santa Clara, California-headquartered Nvidia, to enforce new curbs on the export of its high-end Artificial Intelligence chips to China. The US restrictions to certain chip exports, to countries such as China, Iran and Russia, were previously scheduled to be enforced from 16 November but the deadline now effectively has been advanced.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The semiconductor chips are increasingly emerging as pivots of global economy, and have been described as the 'new oil' of the technology age. The computing power accessed through microchips, from data centers to smartphones, are required for all parts of the economy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The US policies in the recent years, including the geopolitical patronage to self-governed island of Taiwan -- which China considers as its own and is world's top manufacturer of semiconductor chips -- have been directed to reduce China's access to these crucial elemental pivots of global economy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Other than Nvidia, Intel and Advanced Micro Devices have also been affected by the curbs and are supposed to enforce them on an immediate basis.</p>

<h2><strong>US-China chip wars: What the latest US restrictions are about?</strong></h2>

<p>The restrictions are targeted at preventing the development of machine learning models that power Artificial Intelligence tools like ChatGPT, BingAI or Stable Diffusion. The chip export restrictions also target the chips that power the next generation of AI-enabled audio, speech, 2D, video and 3D applications.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The restrictions bar the export of Intel Gaudi 2 chips, and that of Nvidia A800, H800, A100, H100 and L40S chips among others.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, Intel Gaudi 2, and Nvidia AI chips A800 and H800 were created for the Chinese market in compliance with previous export rules.</p>

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<p>Previously, China in July had put curbs on the exports of germanium and gallium, two rare metals used in the manufacturing of semiconductors and electronics. Prior to that, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/chip-war-intensifies-us-and-netherlands-impose-stricter-controls-on-chipmaking-equipment-sales-to-china-610417">the Netherlands had imposed, in consultation with the United States</a>, new restrictions on the export of the Dutch manufacturer ASML’s advanced chips machinery to China.</p>


The US-China chip wars continue to intensify as Washington directed one of the world's top chipmakers, the Santa Clara, California-headquartered Nvidia, to enforce new curbs on the export of its high-end Artificial Intelligence chips to China.

The US-China chip wars continue to intensify as Washington directed one of the world's top chipmakers, the Santa Clara, California-headquartered Nvidia, to enforce new curbs on the export of its high-end Artificial Intelligence chips to China. The US restrictions to certain chip exports, to countries such as China, Iran and Russia, were previously scheduled to be enforced from 16 November but the deadline now effectively has been advanced. The semiconductor chips are increasingly emerging as pivots of global economy, and have been described as the 'new oil' of the technology age. The computing power accessed through microchips, from data centers to smartphones, are required for all parts of the economy. The US policies in the recent years, including the geopolitical patronage to self-governed island of Taiwan -- which China considers as its own and is world's top manufacturer of semiconductor chips -- have been directed to reduce China's access to these crucial elemental pivots of global economy. Other than Nvidia, Intel and Advanced Micro Devices have also been affected by the curbs and are supposed to enforce them on an immediate basis. US-China chip wars: What the latest US restrictions are about? The restrictions are targeted at preventing the development of machine learning models that power Artificial Intelligence tools like ChatGPT, BingAI or Stable Diffusion. The chip export restrictions also target the chips that power the next generation of AI-enabled audio, speech, 2D, video and 3D applications. The restrictions bar the export of Intel Gaudi 2 chips, and that of Nvidia A800, H800, A100, H100 and L40S chips among others. Notably, Intel Gaudi 2, and Nvidia AI chips A800 and H800 were created for the Chinese market in compliance with previous export rules. Also read | US-China chip war intensifies amid calls for 'small yard, high fence' approach to contain Beijing Previously, China in July had put curbs on the exports of germanium and gallium, two rare metals used in the manufacturing of semiconductors and electronics. Prior to that, the Netherlands had imposed, in consultation with the United States, new restrictions on the export of the Dutch manufacturer ASML’s advanced chips machinery to China.

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<p>The Philippines on Sunday (Oct 22) slammed a Chinese coastguard vessel of colliding with their resupply boat which was moving towards a tiny garrison in the disputed South China Sea.<br />
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In a statement, a government task force said that the "dangerous blocking manoeuvres of China Coast Guard vessel 5203 caused it to collide with the Armed Forces of the Philippines-contracted indigenous resupply boat", which was at a distance of 25 kilometres (15 miles) from Second Thomas Shoal.<br />
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Meanwhile, another Philippine coastguard vessel, which was escorting the resupply mission “bumped" into what the task force said was a "Chinese Maritime Militia vessel".</p>

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<p>"The National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea condemns in the strongest degree the latest dangerous, irresponsible, and illegal actions of the CCG and the Chinese Maritime Militia done this morning," the task force stated.</p>

<h2><strong>China claims Philippines ships 'lawfully' blocked</strong></h2>

<p>Reacting to the allegations of the Philippines, China's coast guard on Sunday (Oct 22) stated that it "lawfully" blocked Philippine vessels, which they claimed were transporting "illegal construction materials" to a warship in the disputed region of the South China Sea.<br />
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In the last few months, China and the Philippines have faced each other numerous times in the South China Sea, especially in the disputed Second Thomas Shoal, which is a part of the Spratly Islands.<br />
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The Philippines has been providing supplies to troops which are present on a World War Two-era, transport-ship-turned-military outpost on the shoal. Because of this, the China Coast Guard has been repeatedly deploying vessels to block the resupply missions.</p>

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The Philippine military last week had asked China to stop its "dangerous and offensive" actions after a Chinese navy ship appeared and made attempts to cut off a Philippine navy vessel, which was carrying out a resupply mission.<br />
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The Philippines has been warned by China against any further "provocations", stating that they have been violating the territorial sovereignty through such acts.<br />
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China has made claims of its sovereignty over the entire South China Sea and has a dotted line on its maps which cuts into the exclusive economic zones of the Philippines, Brunei, Vietnam, Malaysia and Indonesia.<br />
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The Permanent Court of Arbitration in 2016 stated that the claims of China had no legal basis.&nbsp;</p>

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The Philippines on Sunday (Oct 22) slammed a Chinese coastguard vessel of colliding with their resupply boat which was moving towards a tiny garrison in the disputed South China Sea.

The Philippines on Sunday (Oct 22) slammed a Chinese coastguard vessel of colliding with their resupply boat which was moving towards a tiny garrison in the disputed South China Sea. In a statement, a government task force said that the "dangerous blocking manoeuvres of China Coast Guard vessel 5203 caused it to collide with the Armed Forces of the Philippines-contracted indigenous resupply boat", which was at a distance of 25 kilometres (15 miles) from Second Thomas Shoal. Meanwhile, another Philippine coastguard vessel, which was escorting the resupply mission “bumped" into what the task force said was a "Chinese Maritime Militia vessel". ALSO READ | Six Chinese warships were operating in West Asia amid Israel-Hamas tensions "The National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea condemns in the strongest degree the latest dangerous, irresponsible, and illegal actions of the CCG and the Chinese Maritime Militia done this morning," the task force stated. China claims Philippines ships 'lawfully' blocked Reacting to the allegations of the Philippines, China's coast guard on Sunday (Oct 22) stated that it "lawfully" blocked Philippine vessels, which they claimed were transporting "illegal construction materials" to a warship in the disputed region of the South China Sea. In the last few months, China and the Philippines have faced each other numerous times in the South China Sea, especially in the disputed Second Thomas Shoal, which is a part of the Spratly Islands. The Philippines has been providing supplies to troops which are present on a World War Two-era, transport-ship-turned-military outpost on the shoal. Because of this, the China Coast Guard has been repeatedly deploying vessels to block the resupply missions. Watch | China to have operational nukes by 2030? | World News | WION The Philippine military last week had asked China to stop its "dangerous and offensive" actions after a Chinese navy ship appeared and made attempts to cut off a Philippine navy vessel, which was carrying out a resupply mission. The Philippines has been warned by China against any further "provocations", stating that they have been violating the territorial sovereignty through such acts. China has made claims of its sovereignty over the entire South China Sea and has a dotted line on its maps which cuts into the exclusive economic zones of the Philippines, Brunei, Vietnam, Malaysia and Indonesia. The Permanent Court of Arbitration in 2016 stated that the claims of China had no legal basis. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Amid growing geopolitical tensions with the United States and its allies, China on Friday started the legislative process of amending its state secrets law for the first time in ten years.

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Russia's top diplomat Sergey Lavrov is on a trip to Beijing ahead of an expected visit by Russian President Vladimir Putin. Beijing is hosting representatives of 130 countries to mark a decade of its Belt and Road Initiative. The Belt and Road Initiative is a key geopolitical project of Chinese president Xi Jinping.

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<p>An Israeli embassy staff was hospitalised after he was stabbed in Beijing in an alleged terror attack on Friday (Oct 13), stated Israel’s foreign ministry. The employee has been reported to be in stable condition.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"An Israeli employee at the Israeli embassy in Beijing was attacked today (not in the embassy area)," said the Israeli embassy in a statement, adding that the diplomat was not attacked in the embassy compound in the Chinese capital city.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The motive behind the stabbing, which did not take place inside the embassy, is being investigated, said the ministry.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The employee is being treated in hospital and his condition is stable. The background of the attack is being investigated," the statement said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Across the world, Israelis and Jews have been advised to remain on alert on Friday (Oct 13) after Hamas termed it a “day of rage.”&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Video footage of stabbing circulates on social media</strong></h2>

<p>In the video footage, which is getting circulated on social media, a man can be seen getting stabbed several times in the chest and shoulder by an assailant, who was carrying a knife.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The victim was then seen falling on the ground as the attacker fled the scene.</p>

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<p>In another video clip, the witnesses were seen telling police that the person who was attacked appeared to be non-Chinese, the South China Morning Post reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The victim informed the police officials that he was from the Israeli embassy and was rushed to the hospital in a police car.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A witness present at the scene said that the attack happened at around 2:20 pm local time. She stated that she heard someone screaming and then added that a bloodied man in a plain shirt was resting against a car.</p>

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<p>After a few minutes, the police arrived at the scene and an ambulance followed. The crime scene was inspected by the police and they took photographs and visited the surrounding shops for CCTV footage before leaving the site of the incident about an hour later.</p>

<p>The attack took place amid the escalating Israel-Hamas war as the Israeli foreign ministry website, in a statement, had warned that Hamas had called on "all of its supporters around the world to hold a 'Day of Rage'" on Friday to "attack Israelis and Jews".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It is reasonable to assume that there will be protest events in various countries that are liable to turn violent," the statement added.&nbsp;</p>

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An Israeli embassy staff was hospitalised after he was stabbed in Beijing in an alleged terror attack on Friday (Oct 13), stated Israel’s foreign ministry. The employee has been reported to be in stable condition.

An Israeli embassy staff was hospitalised after he was stabbed in Beijing in an alleged terror attack on Friday (Oct 13), stated Israel’s foreign ministry. The employee has been reported to be in stable condition. "An Israeli employee at the Israeli embassy in Beijing was attacked today (not in the embassy area)," said the Israeli embassy in a statement, adding that the diplomat was not attacked in the embassy compound in the Chinese capital city. The motive behind the stabbing, which did not take place inside the embassy, is being investigated, said the ministry. "The employee is being treated in hospital and his condition is stable. The background of the attack is being investigated," the statement said. Across the world, Israelis and Jews have been advised to remain on alert on Friday (Oct 13) after Hamas termed it a “day of rage.” Also read: Revisiting Israel-Palestine historical conflict amid new escalation by Hamas Video footage of stabbing circulates on social media In the video footage, which is getting circulated on social media, a man can be seen getting stabbed several times in the chest and shoulder by an assailant, who was carrying a knife. The victim was then seen falling on the ground as the attacker fled the scene. Big Breaking🚨 Video of an Israeli embassy diplomat being attacked on the streets of Beijing. Graphic violence, be cautious when viewing. From the video, it appears that the assailant is not Chinese but also does not have the typical appearance of an Arab person.#China #Israel https://t.co/7h8m0R3tls pic.twitter.com/Y0qEGCMaby — QuickUpdate (@BigBreakingWire) October 13, 2023 × Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media. In another video clip, the witnesses were seen telling police that the person who was attacked appeared to be non-Chinese, the South China Morning Post reported. The victim informed the police officials that he was from the Israeli embassy and was rushed to the hospital in a police car. A witness present at the scene said that the attack happened at around 2:20 pm local time. She stated that she heard someone screaming and then added that a bloodied man in a plain shirt was resting against a car. Watch | Israel-Palestine crisis has region 'at a tipping point': UN Chief After a few minutes, the police arrived at the scene and an ambulance followed. The crime scene was inspected by the police and they took photographs and visited the surrounding shops for CCTV footage before leaving the site of the incident about an hour later. The attack took place amid the escalating Israel-Hamas war as the Israeli foreign ministry website, in a statement, had warned that Hamas had called on "all of its supporters around the world to hold a 'Day of Rage'" on Friday to "attack Israelis and Jews". "It is reasonable to assume that there will be protest events in various countries that are liable to turn violent," the statement added. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Coco Gauff racked up the longest winning streak on the WTA Tour this season by beating Veronika Kudermetova 7-6(5) 6-2 in the third round of the China Open on Thursday for her 15th consecutive victory. Gauff's last defeat was in the quarter-finals in Montreal following her Washington triumph and the 19-year-old has been an unstoppable force ever since, winning the Cincinnati title and her maiden Grand Slam crown at her home U.S. Open.</p>

<p>The world number three outclassed Ekaterina Alexandrova in her Beijing opener and battled past Petra Martic. She produced a determined display in the first set against Kudermetova to lay the platform for a second career win over the Tokyo champion. "I'm really happy with how I've been able to manage. I had trouble finding the way I wanted to play in these conditions. I felt like the balls were flying in the first match and playing passive in the second," Gauff said.</p>

<p>"I'm really happy with how I've been able to troubleshoot and problem-solve. Today I played a good match overall." Gauff next meets sixth seed Maria Sakkari in what would be a rematch of their title clash in Washington.</p>

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<p>Sakkari got past local favourite Wang Xinyu 6-4 2-6 6-3. "I think she's probably one of the most athletic players on tour so it's going to be tough," Gauff said. Earlier, former champion Caroline Garcia sealed a 6-3 6-2 victory over Ukraine's Anhelina Kalinina to book a quarter-final clash with second seed Iga Swiatek.</p>

<p>Frenchwoman Garcia, who is ranked 10th in the world but a further 10 places back in the race to qualify for the season-ending WTA Finals which she won in 2022, has enjoyed a steady run of form in the last few weeks. Garcia reached the quarter-finals in San Diego and Tokyo with a Guadalajara semi-final appearance in between.</p>

<p>World number one Aryna Sabalenka later overcame a spirited Jasmine Paolini 6-4 7-6(4) to set up a blockbuster meeting with former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina. Sabalenka has a 4-1 record against the Kazakh, most notably defeating her in the Australian Open final, before losing their latest meeting in the Indian Wells title clash. "I'll go out there tomorrow and do my best to get this win," Sabalenka said.</p>

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Coco Gauff racked up the longest winning streak on the WTA Tour this season by beating Veronika Kudermetova 7-6(5) 6-2 in the third round of the China Open on Thursday for her 15th consecutive victory.

Coco Gauff racked up the longest winning streak on the WTA Tour this season by beating Veronika Kudermetova 7-6(5) 6-2 in the third round of the China Open on Thursday for her 15th consecutive victory. Gauff's last defeat was in the quarter-finals in Montreal following her Washington triumph and the 19-year-old has been an unstoppable force ever since, winning the Cincinnati title and her maiden Grand Slam crown at her home U.S. Open. The world number three outclassed Ekaterina Alexandrova in her Beijing opener and battled past Petra Martic. She produced a determined display in the first set against Kudermetova to lay the platform for a second career win over the Tokyo champion. "I'm really happy with how I've been able to manage. I had trouble finding the way I wanted to play in these conditions. I felt like the balls were flying in the first match and playing passive in the second," Gauff said. "I'm really happy with how I've been able to troubleshoot and problem-solve. Today I played a good match overall." Gauff next meets sixth seed Maria Sakkari in what would be a rematch of their title clash in Washington. Also read: Rugby World Cup: Italy number eight Cannone fancies clash against familiar France Sakkari got past local favourite Wang Xinyu 6-4 2-6 6-3. "I think she's probably one of the most athletic players on tour so it's going to be tough," Gauff said. Earlier, former champion Caroline Garcia sealed a 6-3 6-2 victory over Ukraine's Anhelina Kalinina to book a quarter-final clash with second seed Iga Swiatek. Frenchwoman Garcia, who is ranked 10th in the world but a further 10 places back in the race to qualify for the season-ending WTA Finals which she won in 2022, has enjoyed a steady run of form in the last few weeks. Garcia reached the quarter-finals in San Diego and Tokyo with a Guadalajara semi-final appearance in between. World number one Aryna Sabalenka later overcame a spirited Jasmine Paolini 6-4 7-6(4) to set up a blockbuster meeting with former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina. Sabalenka has a 4-1 record against the Kazakh, most notably defeating her in the Australian Open final, before losing their latest meeting in the Indian Wells title clash. "I'll go out there tomorrow and do my best to get this win," Sabalenka said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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China denounced a US report on Saturday that falsely claimed Beijing had spent billions of dollars promoting misinformation around the world, claiming the US government to be the world's most prolific disinformation producer ever.

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According to a paper purportedly from the US embassy in Paraguay, Washington is attempting to limit China's growing diplomatic presence in the nation by detailing measures to influence President Santiago Pena and combat "strategic corruption."

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China has issued a new executive order that urges soldiers to procreate, it includes several measures on family planning and incentives related to it. Many analysts say that it highlights Beijing desperation to boost birth rate as it faces demographic dilemma.

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The Dalai Lama says that the Tibetans are seeking more autonomy and not freedom of political separation from China. Meanwhile, Beijing has accused the Dalai Lama who has lived in exile in India since 1959.

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During the 10-year anniversary of China's ambitious Border Road Initiative, China will host an international forum in Beijing next month.

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<p>The Philippines is taking steps to drag China to an international tribunal over alleged harvesting and destruction of&nbsp;coral reefs within its exclusive economic zone (EEZ) in the South China Sea.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Manila on Thursday (Sept 21) said it would pursue legal action after its agencies assess the extent of environmental damage in the Iroquois Reef in the Spratly islands.</p>

<p>On Wednesday, the Office of the Solicitor General Menardo Guevarra said in a statement that they were currently in the “fact-finding and data gathering stage” before presenting the case before the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) in The Hague.</p>

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<p>The study "was prompted not only by the alleged destruction of reefs but also by other incidents and the overall situation in the West Philippine Sea," Guevarra told Reuters, adding that a report and recommendation would be sent to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the foreign ministry.</p>

<h2><strong>China denies allegations</strong></h2>

<p>China on Thursday fired back at Manila for levelling “baseless” accusations against Beijing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The Philippines’ accusations have no factual basis. We urge the relevant parties of the Philippines not to use fabricated information to create a political drama from fiction,” a spokesperson for the Chinese foreign ministry said.</p>

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<p>“If the Philippines truly cares about the ecological environment of the South China Sea, it should tow away its illegally grounded warship (Sierra Madre) at Ren’ai Reef as soon as possible, stop discharging sewage into the ocean, and not let the rusting warship bring brings irreversible harm to the ocean,” the statement added.</p>

<h2><strong>Philippines-China ties</strong></h2>

<p>If the Philippines pursues this legal action against Beijing, it would mark its second such action concerning South China Sea disputes, following their victory in 2016. Nevertheless, China did not acknowledge the ruling from the PCA.</p>

<p>The Philippines and China are entangled in a sovereignty dispute over multiple islands in the contested South China Sea.</p>

<p>Beijing, asserting its claim over nearly the entire South China Sea, also faces territorial disagreements with Malaysia, Vietnam, Taiwan, and Brunei in the same region.</p>

<p>Recent months have witnessed mounting tensions between the two nations, as Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. strengthens his country's defence alliance with the United States, reversing the approach taken by his predecessor, who sought closer ties with China.</p>

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The Philippines is taking steps to drag China to an international tribunal over alleged harvesting and destruction of coral reefs within its exclusive economic zone (EEZ) in the South China Sea. Manila on Thursday (Sept 21) said it would pursue legal action after its agencies assess the extent of environmental damage in the Iroquois Reef in the Spratly islands. On Wednesday, the Office of the Solicitor General Menardo Guevarra said in a statement that they were currently in the “fact-finding and data gathering stage” before presenting the case before the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) in The Hague. Watch: South China Sea row: Malaysia, China to have open communication over the South China Sea × The study "was prompted not only by the alleged destruction of reefs but also by other incidents and the overall situation in the West Philippine Sea," Guevarra told Reuters, adding that a report and recommendation would be sent to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the foreign ministry. China denies allegations China on Thursday fired back at Manila for levelling “baseless” accusations against Beijing. “The Philippines’ accusations have no factual basis. We urge the relevant parties of the Philippines not to use fabricated information to create a political drama from fiction,” a spokesperson for the Chinese foreign ministry said. Also read: China installs ground stations in disputed South China Sea to monitor vessels: Report “If the Philippines truly cares about the ecological environment of the South China Sea, it should tow away its illegally grounded warship (Sierra Madre) at Ren’ai Reef as soon as possible, stop discharging sewage into the ocean, and not let the rusting warship bring brings irreversible harm to the ocean,” the statement added. Philippines-China ties If the Philippines pursues this legal action against Beijing, it would mark its second such action concerning South China Sea disputes, following their victory in 2016. Nevertheless, China did not acknowledge the ruling from the PCA. The Philippines and China are entangled in a sovereignty dispute over multiple islands in the contested South China Sea. Beijing, asserting its claim over nearly the entire South China Sea, also faces territorial disagreements with Malaysia, Vietnam, Taiwan, and Brunei in the same region. Recent months have witnessed mounting tensions between the two nations, as Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. strengthens his country's defence alliance with the United States, reversing the approach taken by his predecessor, who sought closer ties with China. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad is on his first official trip to China in almost two decades. Beijing has been a long time ally and Bashar Al-Assad is seeking financial support to help rebuild his devastating country.

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<p>China's foreign ministry in Hong Kong has requested that foreign consulates based in the city provide personal information about their locally employed staff. This request includes job titles, home addresses, and identification details. This development was confirmed in a letter sent to consulates and seen by the Reuters news agency. The Hong Kong Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a notice to foreign consulates in Hong Kong on September 18. In the sent letter, it sought the submission of relevant information regarding their locally employed consulate staff.</p>

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<p>The Chinese foreign ministry provided this information in a statement to Reuters.</p>

<p>In what appears to be a defence from their side, China's foreign ministry in Hong Kong stated that the request is in line with "international customary practices".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This measure is in line with international customary practice. It is understood that Chinese consulates stationed abroad also provide local employee information to the host country according to local government requirements," the statement read.</p>

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<p>According to the letter, this new request is as per "Vienna Convention on Consular Relations, the Consulates General and the Office of the European Union" and therefore it is requested "to provide information on all locally engaged who have entered into employment contract."&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Compliance deadline set</strong></h2>

<p>According to the letter, consulates are expected to comply with this request by October 18. It is worth noting that under Hong Kong's mini-constitution, Beijing has authority over foreign affairs concerning the special administrative region.</p>

<p>Hong Kong was a British colony until 1997 when it was handed back to China under a Sino-British Joint Declaration. This agreement was intended to ensure a high degree of autonomy and a "one country, two systems" framework for Hong Kong, allowing it to maintain its legal, economic, and political systems for 50 years after the handover.</p>

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<p>However, the implementation of a national security law in Hong Kong in 2020 by China raised significant concerns.</p>

<p>Critics now argue that the law undermines the autonomy and freedoms promised to Hong Kong, as it grants sweeping powers to Beijing to suppress dissent and crack down on pro-democracy activists.</p>

<h2><strong>International concern</strong></h2>

<p>Many countries and international organisations have expressed concern over China's actions in Hong Kong. Moreover, sanctions and diplomatic measures have been imposed on China in response to perceived human rights violations and breaches of international agreements.</p>

<p>However, the Chinese government maintains that its actions in Hong Kong are aimed at maintaining stability and security. They argue that the national security law is necessary to prevent "secession, subversion, foreign interference, and terrorism" in Hong Kong.</p>

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China's foreign ministry in Hong Kong has requested that foreign consulates based in the city provide personal information about their locally employed staff. This request includes job titles, home addresses, and identification details.

China's foreign ministry in Hong Kong has requested that foreign consulates based in the city provide personal information about their locally employed staff. This request includes job titles, home addresses, and identification details. This development was confirmed in a letter sent to consulates and seen by the Reuters news agency. The Hong Kong Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a notice to foreign consulates in Hong Kong on September 18. In the sent letter, it sought the submission of relevant information regarding their locally employed consulate staff. Also Read | France detains journalist for revealing ‘state secret’, slammed by rights groups The Chinese foreign ministry provided this information in a statement to Reuters. In what appears to be a defence from their side, China's foreign ministry in Hong Kong stated that the request is in line with "international customary practices". "This measure is in line with international customary practice. It is understood that Chinese consulates stationed abroad also provide local employee information to the host country according to local government requirements," the statement read. Also Read | Nagorno-Karabakh forces surrender to Azerbaijan after ‘anti-terror’ operations According to the letter, this new request is as per "Vienna Convention on Consular Relations, the Consulates General and the Office of the European Union" and therefore it is requested "to provide information on all locally engaged who have entered into employment contract." Compliance deadline set According to the letter, consulates are expected to comply with this request by October 18. It is worth noting that under Hong Kong's mini-constitution, Beijing has authority over foreign affairs concerning the special administrative region. Hong Kong was a British colony until 1997 when it was handed back to China under a Sino-British Joint Declaration. This agreement was intended to ensure a high degree of autonomy and a "one country, two systems" framework for Hong Kong, allowing it to maintain its legal, economic, and political systems for 50 years after the handover. Watch | First face-to-face meeting with US President Biden since Netanyahu returned to office × However, the implementation of a national security law in Hong Kong in 2020 by China raised significant concerns. Critics now argue that the law undermines the autonomy and freedoms promised to Hong Kong, as it grants sweeping powers to Beijing to suppress dissent and crack down on pro-democracy activists. International concern Many countries and international organisations have expressed concern over China's actions in Hong Kong. Moreover, sanctions and diplomatic measures have been imposed on China in response to perceived human rights violations and breaches of international agreements. However, the Chinese government maintains that its actions in Hong Kong are aimed at maintaining stability and security. They argue that the national security law is necessary to prevent "secession, subversion, foreign interference, and terrorism" in Hong Kong. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>China’s former foreign minister Qin Gang was ousted after he allegedly had an extramarital affair while he was ambassador to the United States, The Wallstreet Journal claimed in a report&nbsp;on Tuesday (September 19), citing people familiar with the matter. It even claimed that he had fathered a child while in the US, and that the Chinese authorities are examining whether his conduct compromised national security.</p>

<p>In July, Beijing abruptly sacked Qin just months after he was appointed to office&nbsp;and following his weeks-long disappearance from the public eye which had led to a lot of speculations surrounding his ouster.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>An alleged extramarital affair and child</strong></h2>

<p>According to the American media report, senior Chinese officials after an internal Communist Party investigation were told that Qin had engaged in an extramarital affair which lasted throughout his tenure when he was serving as Beijing’s top envoy to Washington.&nbsp;</p>

<p>China has previously refused to disclose why exactly Qin was sacked as the foreign minister after only 207 days. Not to mention that prior to the now-former FM’s ouster, his prolonged absence from the public had people speculating that Qin, who was also a confidant of President Xi Jinping, had fallen out of favour.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chinese officials at one point did say that the 57-year-old Qin was not seen in public due to health reasons, in days leading up to his ouster.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>However, the WSJ report citing sources said that senior Chinese officials – including ministers and provincial leaders – were briefed after the party’s investigation into Qin who was in Washington from July 2021 until January this year.</p>

<p>They were&nbsp;told that the formal reason that led to his dismissal was “lifestyle issues.”</p>

<p>The “lifestyle issues,” according to the report, is a ‘common party euphemism for sexual misconduct.</p>

<p>The senior Chinese officials were also told that the probe found Qin had engaged in an extramarital affair which also led to the birth of a child in the US, two of the people told WSJ.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the names of the woman or the child were not disclosed to the party officials and the Journal could also not confirm their identities.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What about Qin?</strong></h2>

<p>According to the report, Qin was cooperating with the investigation which is now focused on determining whether the affair or his conduct had compromised China’s national security.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>When asked about the article on Tuesday (Sep 19), China’s foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning, during a regular press briefing said “on the appointment and removal of the Chinese foreign minister, the Chinese side has released information before and I am not aware of the other information you mentioned.”&nbsp;</p>

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China’s former foreign minister Qin Gang was ousted after he allegedly had an extramarital affair while he was ambassador to the United States, The Wallstreet Journal claimed in a report on Tuesday (September 19), citing people familiar with the matter.

China’s former foreign minister Qin Gang was ousted after he allegedly had an extramarital affair while he was ambassador to the United States, The Wallstreet Journal claimed in a report on Tuesday (September 19), citing people familiar with the matter. It even claimed that he had fathered a child while in the US, and that the Chinese authorities are examining whether his conduct compromised national security. In July, Beijing abruptly sacked Qin just months after he was appointed to office and following his weeks-long disappearance from the public eye which had led to a lot of speculations surrounding his ouster. An alleged extramarital affair and child According to the American media report, senior Chinese officials after an internal Communist Party investigation were told that Qin had engaged in an extramarital affair which lasted throughout his tenure when he was serving as Beijing’s top envoy to Washington. China has previously refused to disclose why exactly Qin was sacked as the foreign minister after only 207 days. Not to mention that prior to the now-former FM’s ouster, his prolonged absence from the public had people speculating that Qin, who was also a confidant of President Xi Jinping, had fallen out of favour. Chinese officials at one point did say that the 57-year-old Qin was not seen in public due to health reasons, in days leading up to his ouster. ALSO READ | China refuses to say why foreign minister Qin Gang was sacked abruptly However, the WSJ report citing sources said that senior Chinese officials – including ministers and provincial leaders – were briefed after the party’s investigation into Qin who was in Washington from July 2021 until January this year. They were told that the formal reason that led to his dismissal was “lifestyle issues.” The “lifestyle issues,” according to the report, is a ‘common party euphemism for sexual misconduct. The senior Chinese officials were also told that the probe found Qin had engaged in an extramarital affair which also led to the birth of a child in the US, two of the people told WSJ. However, the names of the woman or the child were not disclosed to the party officials and the Journal could also not confirm their identities. What about Qin? According to the report, Qin was cooperating with the investigation which is now focused on determining whether the affair or his conduct had compromised China’s national security. ALSO READ | Explained | The curious case of China's Qin Gang - missing since June 25 When asked about the article on Tuesday (Sep 19), China’s foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning, during a regular press briefing said “on the appointment and removal of the Chinese foreign minister, the Chinese side has released information before and I am not aware of the other information you mentioned.” Qin was replaced by veteran diplomat Wang Yi in July as the foreign minister after his mysterious disappearance. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Beijing has demanded clarification from a top Ukrainian official who earlier suggested that India and China lacked intellectual capabilities to calculate their national interests in the backdrop of the Russia-Ukraine war.</p>

<p>China and India “don’t analyse the consequences of the steps they take,” said Mikhail Podoliak, the top aide to Ukrainian President Volodymyr&nbsp;Zelensky. In an interview, he also said that the two Asian powerhouses have “low intellectual potential.”</p>

<p>The advisor also accused both countries, along with Turkey, of “earning money” through the conflict.</p>

<p>A spokeswoman for the Chinese foreign ministry said Wednesday that the aide must clarify his remarks.</p>

<p>“I don’t know the background of this person’s remarks, but he should clarify them,” Mao Ning said.</p>

<p>Mao also reiterated that her country has maintained a “responsible” stance towards the conflict in Ukraine, while constantly calling for a cessation of hostilities and a political settlement to the crisis.</p>

<h2><strong>Ukrainian advisor issues clarification</strong></h2>

<p>After the controversy erupted, the top Ukrainian official took to X, formerly Twitter, to explain what he meant by his earlier statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Podoliak said China, India and Turkey&nbsp;are “clearly justified” in claiming important roles on the international stage, but “the global world is much broader than even the most thoughtful regional national interests.”</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Ukraine military destroys 26 out of 33 drones launched by Russia</strong></p>

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<p>He also accused the Russian media of taking his earlier comments out of context and propagating what suits the Kremlin’s agenda.</p>

<p>Moscow, with which Ankara, New Delhi and Beijing maintain ties, is “demonstratively trying to undermine the foundations of the global world,” he added in his remarks.</p>

<h2><strong>Previous controversies</strong></h2>

<p>The comments made by Podoliak triggered a wave of criticism on Indian social media, with some users reiterating their support for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.</p>

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<p>However, it is not the first time that Ukraine has been at the fulcrum of controversies on the Indian internet. Previously, a tweet posted by the Defence of Ukraine’s official account seemingly depicting Indian goddess Kali morphed over a blast fume outraged netizens in India who deemed it to be offensive and “Hinduphobic”.</p>

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Beijing has demanded clarification from a top Ukrainian official who earlier suggested that India and China lacked intellectual capabilities to calculate their national interests in the backdrop of the Russia-Ukraine war. China and India “don’t analyse the consequences of the steps they take,” said Mikhail Podoliak, the top aide to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. In an interview, he also said that the two Asian powerhouses have “low intellectual potential.” The advisor also accused both countries, along with Turkey, of “earning money” through the conflict. A spokeswoman for the Chinese foreign ministry said Wednesday that the aide must clarify his remarks. “I don’t know the background of this person’s remarks, but he should clarify them,” Mao Ning said. Mao also reiterated that her country has maintained a “responsible” stance towards the conflict in Ukraine, while constantly calling for a cessation of hostilities and a political settlement to the crisis. Ukrainian advisor issues clarification After the controversy erupted, the top Ukrainian official took to X, formerly Twitter, to explain what he meant by his earlier statement. Podoliak said China, India and Turkey are “clearly justified” in claiming important roles on the international stage, but “the global world is much broader than even the most thoughtful regional national interests.” Watch: Ukraine military destroys 26 out of 33 drones launched by Russia × He also accused the Russian media of taking his earlier comments out of context and propagating what suits the Kremlin’s agenda. Moscow, with which Ankara, New Delhi and Beijing maintain ties, is “demonstratively trying to undermine the foundations of the global world,” he added in his remarks. Previous controversies The comments made by Podoliak triggered a wave of criticism on Indian social media, with some users reiterating their support for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Also read: Russia`s `massive` drone attacks damaged infra at ports of Danube region, claims Ukraine However, it is not the first time that Ukraine has been at the fulcrum of controversies on the Indian internet. Previously, a tweet posted by the Defence of Ukraine’s official account seemingly depicting Indian goddess Kali morphed over a blast fume outraged netizens in India who deemed it to be offensive and “Hinduphobic”. However, minutes after posting the picture, the tweet received a massive backlash, forcing the Ministry of Defence to delete the Twitter post. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Chinese auto chipmaker GTA Semiconductor recently finished a financing round worth over $1.8 billion that was largely state-funded, according to a report from the state-backed Securities Times on Wednesday. The move has been hailed as a clear indication to the domestic chip manufacturing industry that Beijing is still willing to invest in it.</p>

<p>According to the Securities Times, Shanghai-based GTA Semiconductor, one of China’s leading auto chipmakers by production, has combined almost $2.7 billion in total assets in less than two years, the majority of which are from state provided funds.</p>

<p>The latest development comes as China gears up to launch a new state-backed investment fund that wants to gather around $40 billion for its semiconductor sector. Some Chinese media sites have called it one of the largest domestic funding rounds this year.</p>

<p>Whether or whether the car chipmaker’s most recent fund-raising was connected to this new fund is unknown to Reuters.</p>

<p>State-owned venture capital firms like Shanghai’s Spinnotec, which made the initial announcement of the $1.8 billion fund-raising round on Monday without disclosing the parties involved, have backed GTA Semiconductor.</p>

<p>According to the Securities Times, Beijing’s commitment to supporting domestic manufacturers in the midst of a campaign to limit its chipmaking capabilities from international dependence is shown by the size of the money GTA Semiconductor raised.</p>

<p>Although the majority of automobiles employ outdated chips, the rate at which these chips are being replaced in China by domestic producers is less than 10 per cent, making it a target for additional investment in the future, according to the state-backed publication.</p>

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Chinese auto chipmaker GTA Semiconductor recently finished a financing round worth over $1.8 billion that was largely state-funded, according to a report from the state-backed Securities Times on Wednesday.

Chinese auto chipmaker GTA Semiconductor recently finished a financing round worth over $1.8 billion that was largely state-funded, according to a report from the state-backed Securities Times on Wednesday. The move has been hailed as a clear indication to the domestic chip manufacturing industry that Beijing is still willing to invest in it. According to the Securities Times, Shanghai-based GTA Semiconductor, one of China’s leading auto chipmakers by production, has combined almost $2.7 billion in total assets in less than two years, the majority of which are from state provided funds. The latest development comes as China gears up to launch a new state-backed investment fund that wants to gather around $40 billion for its semiconductor sector. Some Chinese media sites have called it one of the largest domestic funding rounds this year. Whether or whether the car chipmaker’s most recent fund-raising was connected to this new fund is unknown to Reuters. State-owned venture capital firms like Shanghai’s Spinnotec, which made the initial announcement of the $1.8 billion fund-raising round on Monday without disclosing the parties involved, have backed GTA Semiconductor. According to the Securities Times, Beijing’s commitment to supporting domestic manufacturers in the midst of a campaign to limit its chipmaking capabilities from international dependence is shown by the size of the money GTA Semiconductor raised. Although the majority of automobiles employ outdated chips, the rate at which these chips are being replaced in China by domestic producers is less than 10 per cent, making it a target for additional investment in the future, according to the state-backed publication. (With inputs from Reuters) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Days after releasing a contentious map showing India's Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin as part of its sovereign territory, China has justified the move by saying India should refrain from 'over-interpreting' the exercise.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“On August 28, the ministry of natural resources of China released the 2023 edition of the standard map. It is a routine practice in China’s exercise of sovereignty in accordance with the law. We hope relevant sides can stay objective and calm, and refrain from over-interpreting the issue,” Wang Wenbin, Chinese&nbsp;foreign ministry spokesperson was quoted as saying when asked about India’s protest.</p>

<p>Notably, New Delhi outrightly rejected the map, with External Affairs Minister S Jaishnkar pointing out that it wasn't the first time China had come out with a similar move.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's an old habit of theirs. These (territories) are very much part of India. This government is very clear what our territories are. Making absurd claims doesn't make others territories yours," the minister was quoted as saying by NDTV.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The release of the map came a few days after PM Modi's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Johannesburg during the BRICS summit. With Xi expected to visit India for the G20 summit next week, the release of the map is expected to increase tension between the two parties.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Over the weekend, Beijing released its official 'standard map' wherein apart from Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin, it showed Taiwan and the disputed South China Sea as part of the Chinese territory.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Chinese government's mouthpiece Global Times took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share the 'distorted' map, claiming it has been "compiled based on the drawing method of the national boundaries of China and various countries in the world."</p>

<p>"The 2023 edition of China's standard map was officially released on Monday and launched on the website of the standard map service hosted by the Ministry of Natural Resources," read the post.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Beijing considers Arunachal Pradesh&nbsp;a part of its sovereign borders and calls the state “Zangnan, the southern part of Tibet". It disputes the legality of the McMahon Line which was agreed upon at the Simla Convention of 1914 between Tibet and British India.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the dispute of Aksai Chin can be traced back to the British imperialists&nbsp;who failed to clearly demarcate the border between India and China. Currently, the Line of Actual Control (LAC), where the two countries have been locked in a tussle for over two years now, separates Indian areas of Jammu &amp; Kashmir from Aksai Chin.</p>

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Days after releasing a contentious map showing India's Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin as part of its sovereign territory, China has justified the move by saying India should refrain from 'over-interpreting' the exercise.

Days after releasing a contentious map showing India's Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin as part of its sovereign territory, China has justified the move by saying India should refrain from 'over-interpreting' the exercise. “On August 28, the ministry of natural resources of China released the 2023 edition of the standard map. It is a routine practice in China’s exercise of sovereignty in accordance with the law. We hope relevant sides can stay objective and calm, and refrain from over-interpreting the issue,” Wang Wenbin, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson was quoted as saying when asked about India’s protest. Notably, New Delhi outrightly rejected the map, with External Affairs Minister S Jaishnkar pointing out that it wasn't the first time China had come out with a similar move. "It's an old habit of theirs. These (territories) are very much part of India. This government is very clear what our territories are. Making absurd claims doesn't make others territories yours," the minister was quoted as saying by NDTV. The release of the map came a few days after PM Modi's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Johannesburg during the BRICS summit. With Xi expected to visit India for the G20 summit next week, the release of the map is expected to increase tension between the two parties. Watch | New China map show whole of Arunachal Pradesh as part of China China releases map Over the weekend, Beijing released its official 'standard map' wherein apart from Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin, it showed Taiwan and the disputed South China Sea as part of the Chinese territory. The Chinese government's mouthpiece Global Times took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share the 'distorted' map, claiming it has been "compiled based on the drawing method of the national boundaries of China and various countries in the world." "The 2023 edition of China's standard map was officially released on Monday and launched on the website of the standard map service hosted by the Ministry of Natural Resources," read the post. Also read | Explained: China releases distorted 'standard' map. What exactly is the controversy? Beijing considers Arunachal Pradesh a part of its sovereign borders and calls the state “Zangnan, the southern part of Tibet". It disputes the legality of the McMahon Line which was agreed upon at the Simla Convention of 1914 between Tibet and British India. Meanwhile, the dispute of Aksai Chin can be traced back to the British imperialists who failed to clearly demarcate the border between India and China. Currently, the Line of Actual Control (LAC), where the two countries have been locked in a tussle for over two years now, separates Indian areas of Jammu & Kashmir from Aksai Chin. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Just days after Indian PM and Chinese President met to discuss peace at the border, China released an map that included Indian territories of Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin, along with Taiwan and the South China Sea regions as its own territory. The timing of this move is interesting as it comes just days ahead of G20 Summit in New Delhi which Chinese President will attend.

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<p>Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday (30 August) restated the claims that he made in the past about China "invading" Indian territory in Ladakh.</p>

<p>Gandhi called China's act of including Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai China as a part of its territory in its latest edition of the 'Standard Map" a "serious issue".</p>

<p>"I have been saying this for many years... What the prime minister has said, I have just returned from Ladakh... What the prime minister has said...That not an inch of land has been invaded..it is totally false," news agency ANI quoted him as saying.</p>

<p>He then claimed that all the people of Ladakh know that China has "intruded upon" Indian land.</p>

<p>On being questioned about China including Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai China in its new map, Rahul Gandhi said, "The question of the map is a very serious one. But they (China) have captured our land. The prime minister should also speak on this issue."</p>

<p>During his visit to Ladakh earlier this month, Gandhi slammed the Centre saying that its claim that not an inch of Indian land was taken by China's People Liberation Army (PLA) troops "is not true".</p>

<p>He further asserted that the local residents claim that Indian territory was infringed upon and taken by the Chinese troops, adding that it was a matter&nbsp;of concern.</p>

<p>"The locals here are concerned about China taking our land. They have said that the Chinese troops took away their grazing land. However, the PM says not an inch of land was taken away. This is not true, you can ask anyone here," Rahul had said.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Making absurd claims doesn't make other's territories yours:&nbsp;<strong>Jaishankar</strong></h2>

<p>India's foreign minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday (Aug 29) called out China's "absurd claims" for showing Indian territories as theirs.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-map-claiming-regions-beyond-its-border-is-aggression-shows-beijings-character-630176">China's map claiming regions beyond its border, including India, shows Beijing's 'aggressive character'</a></p>

<p>Speaking at a conclave in the capital New Delhi city, Jaishankar said that it was an "old habit" of China to put out maps claiming territories that don't belong to them, and added that the Modi government is very serious about the issue.</p>

<p>"China has put out maps with territories not theirs. Old habit. Putting out maps with parts in India doesn't change anything. Our government is very clear about territory. Making absurd claims does not make other people's territories yours," Jaishankar told NDTV.</p>

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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday (30 August) restated the claims that he made in the past about China "invading" Indian territory in Ladakh. Gandhi called China's act of including Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai China as a part of its territory in its latest edition of the 'Standard Map" a "serious issue".

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday (30 August) restated the claims that he made in the past about China "invading" Indian territory in Ladakh. Gandhi called China's act of including Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai China as a part of its territory in its latest edition of the 'Standard Map" a "serious issue". "I have been saying this for many years... What the prime minister has said, I have just returned from Ladakh... What the prime minister has said...That not an inch of land has been invaded..it is totally false," news agency ANI quoted him as saying. He then claimed that all the people of Ladakh know that China has "intruded upon" Indian land. On being questioned about China including Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai China in its new map, Rahul Gandhi said, "The question of the map is a very serious one. But they (China) have captured our land. The prime minister should also speak on this issue." During his visit to Ladakh earlier this month, Gandhi slammed the Centre saying that its claim that not an inch of Indian land was taken by China's People Liberation Army (PLA) troops "is not true". He further asserted that the local residents claim that Indian territory was infringed upon and taken by the Chinese troops, adding that it was a matter of concern. "The locals here are concerned about China taking our land. They have said that the Chinese troops took away their grazing land. However, the PM says not an inch of land was taken away. This is not true, you can ask anyone here," Rahul had said. Making absurd claims doesn't make other's territories yours: Jaishankar India's foreign minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday (Aug 29) called out China's "absurd claims" for showing Indian territories as theirs. Also read: China's map claiming regions beyond its border, including India, shows Beijing's 'aggressive character' Speaking at a conclave in the capital New Delhi city, Jaishankar said that it was an "old habit" of China to put out maps claiming territories that don't belong to them, and added that the Modi government is very serious about the issue. "China has put out maps with territories not theirs. Old habit. Putting out maps with parts in India doesn't change anything. Our government is very clear about territory. Making absurd claims does not make other people's territories yours," Jaishankar told NDTV. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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