He cultivated powerful allies and built an empire in China. Then, fleeing charges, he turned his charms on America. Now the law has caught up with him.
Tag: China
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China’s Soccer Experiment Flopped. Now It May Be Over.
China poured billions into its bid to become a major player in the world’s most popular sport. A decade later, it has little to show for that investment.
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Taiwan’s President Heads to the U.S., Bracing for China’s Retaliation
President Tsai Ing-wen is expected to meet Speaker Kevin McCarthy next week, risking a show of force from China, which opposes any such exchanges.
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Alibaba, China’s E-Commerce Giant, Will Split Into Six Units
The major restructuring, a possible precursor to future I.P.O.s, was announced after Jack Ma, its founder, returned to mainland China after a yearlong absence.
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China’s Cities Are Buried in Debt, but They Keep Shoveling It On
China has long pursued growth by public spending, even after the payoff has faded. Cities stuck with the bill are still spending — and cutting essential services.