Alexis Villarias
China Opposes Possible THAAD Deployment in South Korea
| Alexis Villarias | | Feb 16, 2016 05:18 AM EST |
China has expressed its disagreement over the possible deployment of advanced U.S. missile defence system in Korea. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yu made China's opposition clear during a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry last week.
Mong Kok Update: Beijing Calls Rioters 'Separatists'
| Alexis Villarias | | Feb 16, 2016 04:58 AM EST |
The Chinese central government has condemned the violence that occurred in Mong Kok on the first day of the Chinese New Year. Beijing has described the troublemakers behind the violence as "separatists."
China's Alibaba Buys 33 Million Shares of Groupon
| Alexis Villarias | | Feb 15, 2016 03:30 PM EST |
China's Alibaba has bought a 5.6 percent stake in Groupon, making it the fourth largest shareholder in the online deal site. Groupon shares are still down 61 percent over the last 12 months, despite a 29 percent increase last week Friday.
Taiwan Earthquake Update: Search Ends, Death Toll at 116
| Alexis Villarias | | Feb 14, 2016 08:53 AM EST |
The remains of the final person reported missing after a building collapsed in Taiwan last week following a powerful earthquake that shook the city has been discovered, bringing the rescue mission to an end. A total of 116 people have been confirmed dead in the aftermath of the incident.
China Seeks Deeper Ties With France
| Alexis Villarias | | Feb 14, 2016 08:32 AM EST |
With the nomination of a new foreign minister in France, China hopes to tdeepen ties with the country, Foreign Ministry spokesman Hong Lei said while congratulating Jean-Marc Ayrault - the new French Foreign Minister.
Calm Returns to Mong Kok: Hawkers Resume Business, Injured Protester Thought Dead Survives
| Alexis Villarias | | Feb 12, 2016 06:49 AM EST |
Calm returned to Mong Kok on Tuesday evening after a night of riot on Monday. The food night market once again opened and the arrested protester whose bloody picture was widely spread online has not died contrary to rumors.
China to Invest More in Malaysia
| Alexis Villarias | | Feb 11, 2016 04:40 PM EST |
Chinese companies were not held back by the slow progress of the country's economy as it plans to pour in more investment to Malaysia this year. According to local media and officials, many Chinese companies are going out under the Belt and Road Initiative programs.
London to Mark Chinese Lunar New Year With the Second Largest Celebration Outside of China
| Alexis Villarias | | Feb 11, 2016 05:16 AM EST |
London's Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations this year will be the biggest outside of Asia. The celebration will be held on Feb. 14 with the New Year parade as the main highlight.
Save the Pangolin: How Much do You Know About the Most Trafficked Mammal in the World
| Alexis Villarias | | Feb 10, 2016 11:54 AM EST |
Elephants and rhinos often get the limelight when it comes to wildlife conservation. Little is known about pangoli.n which is the most heavily trafficked mammal in the world.
Hong Kong Journalist to File Complaint After Being Beaten up by Police
| Alexis Villarias | | Feb 10, 2016 11:39 AM EST |
Violent clashes between police and protesters in Hong Kong on Monday night resulted in a journalist being harassed violently by the police. Despite showing his identification documents showing he is a journalist, he claims to have still been kicked and punched by officers.
Advertisement in Beijing Subway Asks Parents to Stop Pushing for Marriage
| Alexis Villarias | | Feb 10, 2016 11:28 AM EST |
An unusual advertisement has been placed in one of Beijing's busiest subway stations with the words: "Dear father and mother, don't worry. The world is so big. There are so many different ways of life. Singletons can also be happy."
Hong Kong's Tourism Board Comes Under Fire After Giving Seal of Approval to Stores Engaged in Ivory Trade
| Alexis Villarias | | Feb 06, 2016 12:30 PM EST |
NGO WildAid Hong Kong revealed last week that at least two stores suspected of dealing ivory products were given memberships by the Quality Tourism Services Association (QTSA). This comes weeks after Hong Kong leader Leung's announcement to ban ivory trade in the country.
Amazon Japan Offers Buddhist Rituals Online
| Alexis Villarias | | Feb 06, 2016 12:03 PM EST |
In Japan, many local Buddhist temples are increasingly losing offerings and business within their communities with the emergence of online temple services. Now, Amazon Japan offers ritual services online at a cheaper rate compared to temples.
South Korea to Issue 10-Year Visa to Chinese Tourists
| Alexis Villarias | | Feb 06, 2016 08:04 AM EST |
South Korea has started issuing 10-year multiple entry visas to Chinese tourists. This privilege will be offered to specialized professionals.
6.5 Magnitute Earthquake Hits Taiwan
| Alexis Villarias | | Feb 06, 2016 07:55 AM EST |
Taiwan has been hit by a powerful earthquake early Saturday. The earthquake struck the city of Tainan, bringing down at least two buildings and leaving other structures leaning dangerously.
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