New government data shows that growth for the year fell far short of Beijing’s goal. With Covid curbs lifted but the pandemic’s course uncertain, hope and fear cloud the forecast.
Tag: China
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US Asks to Drop Case Accusing NYPD Officer of Spying for China
Baimadajie Angwang, a former Marine, was charged with providing intelligence about Tibetans in New York to Chinese consular officials.
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At the Australian Open, Shang Juncheng Leads Wave of Talent From China
Shang, once the world’s top-ranked junior, Wu Yibing and Zhang Zhizhen played men’s singles in Melbourne, the first time three men from China competed at a Grand Slam in the Open era.
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Covid Workers in China Clash With Police Over Unpaid Wages, Layoffs
Companies that reaped windfalls helping the government implement strict ‘zero Covid’ controls are now struggling to pay and keep workers.
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China Reports Nearly 60,000 Covid Deaths Since Lifting Restrictions
The unexpected disclosure was made as the country faces mounting criticism for providing unreliable data on its latest coronavirus outbreak.