Politics

Copyright Bill May Limit Hong Kongers' Freedom of Expression

Ryan General   | Dec 21, 2015 08:21 PM EST

Hong Kong netizens would normally be familiar to one another by their aliases, sharing their thoughts through digital memes, but on Wednesday night, they stopped guessing through social media and instead assemble for a rally outside Hong Kong's Legislative Council to express dissatisfaction over the new bill that may limit their freedom of expression. read more

Chinese Hackers Attack Taiwan's Opposition Democratic Progressive Party

Cybelle Go   | Dec 21, 2015 08:36 PM EST

Chinese hackers are said to be targeting Taiwan's local news organization and the opposition Democratic Progressive Party with the motive of obtaining advanced information about politics and speeches before the elections. read more

BBC: Chinese Fishermen Ravage Coral Reefs in Disputed Waters

Ryan General   | Dec 21, 2015 04:33 PM EST

China continues its mission to take control of the highly-contested South China Sea area, leaving in its wake some completely destroyed underwater surroundings. In the area near the Filipino military-controlled spot, Chinese sea pokers are reportedly destroying reefs for all the corals and clams they can transport, making the once vibrant coral reefs into a desert under territories claimed by neighboring countries. read more

China to US : Respect Our Affairs

Desiree Sison   | Dec 21, 2015 05:26 AM EST

China has called on the United States to respect its affairs and not meddle in issues concerning the country, such as the current situation in the South China Sea. read more

China Considers U.S. Bomber Flights Over South China Sea Islands a 'Serious Provocation'

JB Cach   | Dec 21, 2015 12:20 PM EST

China has called on the United States to refrain from “provocative” actions that might strain the relations between both nations. This statement came after two U.S. B-52 bombers flew near an island in the South China Sea under the control of China on Dec. 10. read more

Entering or Leaving China? Be Sure to Keep Your Maps Updated!

Charissa Echavez   | Dec 19, 2015 07:48 AM EST

Visiting or leaving China any time next year? Make sure you got your maps updated! read more

Downing Street Denounces Beijing Police for 'Mistreatment' of Diplomats

Carlos Castillo   | Dec 18, 2015 06:35 AM EST

The UK has accused Chinese police and security forces of manhandling foreign journalists and diplomats outside the courthouse of a free speech trial in Beijing last Monday. read more

China Shows Military Might in War Games Within Disputed South China Sea

Desiree Sison   | Dec 18, 2015 06:20 AM EST

Showing its military might, this week China carried out a series of military war games within the disputed South China Sea. During the drill, the Chinese Army, Navy, and Air Force assets simulated attacks on enemy targets. read more

US Navy: Full-blown Arms Race Looms in South China Sea

Carlos Castillo   | Dec 17, 2015 09:16 AM EST

The commander of the US Pacific Fleet warned on Wednesday that a full-blown arms race looms over the South China Sea as tensions in the region have pushed countries to re-arm, muster their troops, and pour billions of dollars into additional weapons and warships. read more

Beijing to Sanction Manufacturers of Weapons US Recently Sold to Taiwan

Desiree Sison   | Dec 17, 2015 03:11 AM EST

Beijing threatened to sanction companies that produced and distrtibuted the weapons that the U.S. recently sold to Taiwan. read more

Obama Administration to Push Through With Taiwan Arms Deal Despite China's Opposition

Cybelle Go   | Dec 15, 2015 10:43 PM EST

The Obama administration is set to approve the purchase of two guided missile frigates to Taiwan despite China's opposition, according to the United States congressional sources via NBC. read more

China Navy Conducts More Drills in Disputed South China Sea

Alexis Villarias   | Dec 15, 2015 11:03 AM EST

Amidst disputes and claims by other nations, China continues to conduct training drills and live-fire exercises in the South China Sea. China's defence ministry say exercises were part of a routine. read more

US Launches Massive Naval Base and Weapons Program to Counter China's Presence in Asia-Pacific

Carlos Castillo   | Dec 15, 2015 05:48 AM EST

The US government has begun a massive program to rewrite its naval strategy in the Asia-Pacific in response to China's rapidly growing naval presence in the region. read more

China's Sinopec to Create Petrol Station on Disputed South China Sea Island

Brooke Knightley   | Dec 14, 2015 09:07 AM EST

Chinese oil giant Sinopec announced its plan to build a petrol station on an island in the South China Sea amid Beijing's expansion of civilian infrastructures in the disputed body of water. read more

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