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China’s First Cargo Train to UK Arrives in London

Jan 20, 2017 02:46 PM EST

China's first freight train service to the United Kingdom arrived at its final destination at Barking's rail freight terminal in East London on Wednesday. The cargo train embarked on the historic London journey from China's Yiwu in Zhejiang province more than two weeks ago.

The book was apparently written by APA Hotel Group's Chief Executive Officer Toshio Motoya under his pen name Seiji Fuji.

Outcry in China Over Japanese Hotel Book Denial of Nanjing Massacre

Girish Shetti |

Jan 20, 2017 07:58 AM EST

One of Japan's biggest hotel chains APA Hotel Group has sparked a controversy in China following a report that one of its local hotels is storing a book that claims the 1937 Nanjing massacre was a complete "fabrication."

Philippine President Duterte to visit China again.

Philippines President Duterte to Visit China Again in May: Report

Girish Shetti |

Jan 19, 2017 05:59 AM EST

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte will once again visit China after his historic visit to the country in October last year. This time, the Filipino leader would be coming to China to attend a multilateral summit that will be held in May.

China Willing to Play Constructive Role to Resolve Ukraine Crisis: President Xi

Girish Shetti |

Jan 18, 2017 09:08 AM EST

China said that it is willing to play a constructive role in resolving the Ukraine crisis, which imploded after Russia annexed Crimea in 2014. The assurance was given by Chinese President Xi Jingping to his Ukrainian counterpart during a meeting held at the ongoing World Economic Forum in Switzerland.

Chinese State TV Tweets Its Troops can Reach New Delhi in 48 hours if War Breaks: Report

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Jan 18, 2017 08:28 AM EST

A Chinese state television channel claims that its troops can reach New Delhi in 48 hours, if a full-fledged war breaks between the two Asian giants. This is according to current affairs English journal 'International Spectator.'

Modi Calls on China to Respect India’s Core ‘Concerns’ and ‘Interests’

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Jan 18, 2017 04:22 AM EST

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called on China to respect his country's core 'concerns' and 'interests' at a geo-political summit held in national capital New Delhi. The call comes at a time when both countries bilateral relationship has been strained by unresolved diplomatic issues.

Arjen Robben Blasts Player Moving to China.

Arjen Robben Blasts Players Moving to China, Says They are ‘Wasting Career’

Girish Shetti |

Jan 18, 2017 01:21 AM EST

Bayern Munich's midfielder Arjen Robben has sharply criticized young football players moving to China for the greed of money, claiming that their lure for paychecks will eventually destroy their career.

Cadillac Motors Upbeat about China in 2017.

GM's Cadillac Upbeat about Double-Digit Sales Growth in China for 2017

Girish Shetti |

Jan 17, 2017 08:09 AM EST

General Motors Co's (GM) luxury car division Cadillac Motors is upbeat about its sales prospect in China for the current year, expecting sales to continue growing at double digit growth rate. But luxury carmaker anticipates that the sales would grow at a slower pace than 2016.

Japan to offer Coastguard Patrol Vessels to Vietnam.

Japan Offers 6 Coastguard Vessels to Vietnam to Boost South China Sea Security

Girish Shetti |

Jan 17, 2017 06:33 AM EST

Japan will provide six new patrol boats to Vietnam to enhance its maritime security as China continues to boost its control over the South China Sea region. The important announcement was made on Monday during Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's visit to the Southeast Asian country.

Alibaba Big Data Anti-Counterfeiting Alliance

Alibaba Resorts to ‘Big Data’ to Track Fake Goods

Girish Shetti |

Jan 17, 2017 03:26 AM EST

Alibaba has decided to resort to 'big data' for solving the bane of counterfeit or fake goods that has casted shadow on the e-commerce giant for several years now. The e-commerce company has formed what it calls the world's first 'Big Data Anti-Counterfeiting Alliance,' which has several big brands on the board.

China Scolds U.S on India's NSG Membership.

NSG Membership Cannot be Obama’s Farewell Gift to India: China to US

Girish Shetti |

Jan 17, 2017 03:22 AM EST

China on Monday hit back at the United States for signalling out the communist giant in blocking India's membership bid to join the Nuclear Supplier Group (NSG) last year. It accused that the Obama administration is treating NSG membership as a 'parting gift' for New Delhi.

Foreign Players Curbed in Chinese Super League.

Chinese FA Limits Use of Foreign Players in Chinese Super League

Girish Shetti |

Jan 16, 2017 08:02 AM EST

The China's Football Association (CFA) has decided to put fresh limitation on foreign players allowed to play per domestic games, reducing the number from five to three, as it seeks to encourage domestic talent through its lucrative Chinese Super League.

Obama administration signals out China on India's NSG Bid.

Obama Administration Calls China 'Outlier' for Blocking India’s NSG Bid

Girish Shetti |

Jan 16, 2017 01:43 AM EST

The outgoing Obama administration has signalled out China for stopping India’s entry in the coveted Nuclear Supplier Group (NSG) last year, summing up the communist giant’s hindering approach with a critical word “outlier.”

China and Vietnam Discuss South China Sea.

China, Vietnam Vow to Manage Differences over South China Sea Dispute

Girish Shetti |

Jan 15, 2017 07:21 PM EST

China and Vietnam have vowed to mutually manage their territorial differences in South China Sea and to maintain peace in the disputed maritime territory, according to a joint statement issued on Saturday.