Argentina’s Milei denies promoting cryptocurrency that crashed, losing investors billions

阿根廷总统哈维尔·米莱否认推广一种崩溃的加密货币,该加密货币导致投资者损失数十亿美元,并引发大量投诉。据报道,检察官正准备对这起丑闻展开调查。米莱承认他“传播”了该加密货币,但否认推广它,并声称这是私人问题,国家不应介入,他本人是出于善意。

据新闻报道,阿根廷联邦检察官办公室将调查米莱是否涉嫌欺诈、犯罪团伙或违反职责。此前,他曾在社交媒体上赞扬了$LIBRA加密货币,导致该货币价值飙升后暴跌。数小时后,米莱删除了他的赞扬,并表示自己犯了一个错误。

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After heart transplant in Hong Kong, 8-month-old Whitney’s condition stabilises

香港儿童医院表示,接受心脏移植手术的八个月大女婴Whitney Cheung病情稳定,苏醒后可能会离开重症监护室并出院。心脏移植手术从中国大陆运送,历时两小时跨境运送至香港。

香港儿童医院心脏科主管张耀辉教授表示,术后约36小时,Whitney的心率和血压一直稳定,超声波扫描显示心脏功能良好。如果未来几天情况稳定,将减少心脏药物,停止呼吸支持,并降低镇静剂剂量,顺利的话,Whitney可以转到普通病房并在之后出院。

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Hong Kong’s mega-events to attract 840,000 visitors in first 6 months: John Lee

香港预计今年上半年通过举办大型活动吸引约84万游客,带来33亿港元的消费。香港特首李家超表示,这些活动预计将额外产生18亿港元的经济价值,为香港经济注入活力。

李家超强调,在“一国两制”原则下,香港可以同时享有国家和国际的双重优势。他认为,尽管未来一年香港面临机遇与挑战并存的局面,但机遇大于挑战,并指出三月份的“香港超级月”系列文化、艺术和体育活动将吸引大量游客。

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China to ‘ensure cost outweighs gains’ if Manila launches new South China Sea case: expert

中国南海问题专家吴士存表示,如果菲律宾就南海争议对中国提起第二次仲裁,中国可能会采取“更多样化的”手段进行反制。菲律宾正在考虑再次对中国提起法律诉讼,指控中国在马尼拉专属经济区内非法采挖巨型蛤蜊,对珊瑚礁造成了严重的生态破坏。

吴士存认为,菲律宾寻求再次提起法律挑战,表明其从第一次仲裁中获益,并认为这种尝试是值得的。为了应对这种情况,中国必须确保菲律宾的损失大于收益,使其行动成为徒劳。他建议,有效的反制措施可能包括北京要求马尼拉为移除在仁爱礁非法“坐滩”的“马德雷山”号设定最后期限,如果马尼拉未能遵守,北京可能会承担拖走该船的责任。

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Chinese EV maker Geely joins BYD in Brazil push via deal with Renault

中国亿万富翁李书福正通过与雷诺的合作,将吉利汽车扩展到拉丁美洲,这突显了中国在全球友好市场扩大销售的努力,因为关税阻碍了其在美国和欧洲的增长。李书福通过其私人投资控股公司浙江吉利控股集团,与这家法国汽车制造商签署了一项框架协议,将在巴西生产汽车。

浙江吉利和雷诺同意“扩大其在零排放和低排放汽车开发和生产方面的战略合作”。根据协议,浙江吉利将投资并成为雷诺的少数股东,从而获得“本地化生产、服务网络和渠道资源”。由于惩罚性关税,中国汽车制造商正逐渐远离美国和欧洲。美国去年将中国电动汽车的关税从25%提高到100%,欧盟于10月份对中国生产的电动汽车实施了高达45%的新进口关税。

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Hong Kong leader warns against ‘drastic action’ by taxi union threatening strike

香港特首李家超警告称,出租车司机采取的任何激烈行动都不会获得公众支持。他暗示,主要出租车工会计划的罢工可能会被别有用心的人“劫持”。

李家超是在一个有影响力的出租车工会设定的罢工截止日期前一天发表上述言论的。他还透露,政府的交通咨询委员会将于周三会见出租车行业和网约车平台的代表。此前,香港电召的士协会威胁称,如果政府在周三前未积极回应其打击网约车服务的诉求,将于3月5日起罢工五天。该协会表示,在一次内部会议上,约80%的与会者(代表3万名司机)同意采取罢工行动。

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New Zealand’s new tourism slogan invites toilet comparisons

New Zealand's latest tourism campaign, "Everyone must go!", is facing criticism for its potentially insensitive slogan, despite its aim to attract Australian tourists and boost the struggling economy. The NZ$500,000 campaign targets Australians, who make up a significant portion of the country's international visitors, in an effort to revitalize tourism numbers that haven't fully recovered since the pandemic.

The campaign's timing, coinciding with government job cuts and a wave of New Zealanders emigrating due to economic challenges, has led to accusations that the slogan is tone-deaf. While Tourism Minister Louise Upston emphasizes the campaign's message of welcoming Australians with great deals, many locals find the phrase inappropriate and even humorous, given the current economic climate and outward migration.

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Philippines doubles down on US-made Typhon missile system despite China’s warnings

The Philippines is proceeding with plans to integrate the US-made Typhon missile system into its defense strategy, despite China's calls for its removal. The system will be featured in the upcoming Combined Arms Training Exercise (Catex) in March, signaling a strengthening commitment to the platform. This move underscores the Philippines' resolve to protect its sovereignty amid ongoing tensions in the region.

The Catex drills, involving approximately 6,000 troops, are designed to test the military's response to external threats and enforce the Philippines’ Comprehensive Archipelagic Defence Concept. While live-fire exercises are planned, the Typhon system itself won't be used in live-fire scenarios during the exercise as the army focuses on understanding its operation and integration into defense strategies. The exercise will span Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, allowing for large-scale mobilizations without disrupting local communities.

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India’s challenge amid USAID freeze, young women swipe left on romance: 7 Asia highlights

本周《南华早报》亚洲版精选了七篇 резонансных 文章,涵盖了多个 актуальных 问题,旨在为读者提供更深入的亚洲视角。这些文章涉及南海冲突、印尼房地产市场以及朝鲜 политической 动态等多个方面。

读者可通过订阅《南华早报》获取更多深度报道,全面了解亚洲地区的最新发展和趋势。订阅链接已在文章中提供,欢迎感兴趣的读者订阅。

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Sri Lanka scraps pandemic-era ban on vehicle imports to reap tax rewards

Sri Lanka is relying on taxes from vehicle imports to boost revenue and revitalize its struggling economy. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake's maiden budget aims to meet the IMF's tax target of 15% of GDP by lifting the 2020 ban on vehicle imports, which previously generated substantial revenue through taxes of approximately 300%. The president assured that the impact of vehicle imports on external sector stability would be carefully monitored.

The 2020 ban on vehicle imports was initially implemented to conserve foreign exchange, but it resulted in the loss of a significant revenue stream for the government. In addition to lifting the import ban, the budget includes measures to increase revenue from the gaming industry, such as doubling the entrance fee for casinos to US$100 and raising the turnover tax on gaming establishments from 15% to 18%.

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Hong Kong government slams wanted activist for criticising HK$800,000 confiscation

香港政府强烈谴责流亡的前立法会议员许智峰,指责其在网上对法院没收其及其家人80万港元资产的命令进行“毫无根据的诽谤和恶意攻击”。此前,许智峰在社交媒体上称这一行为“荒谬”且“侵犯人权”。

香港律政司此前申请没收令,称许智峰将近250万港元转移至其母亲和妻子名下。政府发言人表示,没收令是为了防止罪犯从其犯罪行为中获益的常见做法,并强调法院必须确定危害国家安全罪行的收益价值,且没收令的申请和发布均严格遵守规定,并非如许智峰所言可以“随时”或“任意”没收私人财产。发言人还指出,许智峰在潜逃前后,将其近250万港元的个人资产作为礼物转移给其母亲和妻子,而法院对律政司提交的相关交易证据感到“满意”。

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India’s Kashmir winter games a no-go amid snowless ski slopes

India has suspended its winter games in Gulmarg, a high-altitude Himalayan resort, due to insufficient snowfall, highlighting the impact of rising global temperatures. The Khelo Winter Games, featuring alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, ski mountaineering, and snowboarding, were scheduled for February 22-25 and expected to draw hundreds of athletes.

The decision to postpone the games underscores the erratic weather patterns attributed to climate change, which are impacting snow levels in the region. While annual snowfall naturally varies, scientists emphasize that climate change is a significant driver of these unpredictable conditions. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had previously expressed enthusiasm for the games, anticipating they would foster emerging talent.

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How Chinese mythology and folklore are captivating the world

Chinese mythology is experiencing a global surge in popularity, poised to reshape the entertainment landscape. The animated film Nezha 2 has become the first non-Hollywood production to earn US$1 billion at the box office, while the game Black Myth: Wukong is garnering cross-cultural appeal, demonstrating the captivating power of these ancient stories.

This rise in popularity reflects a growing global appetite for diverse narratives and a fascination with non-Western cultures. Nezha 2's success extends beyond China, with sold-out screenings and added showtimes in North American cities, and praise from international media for its animation, storytelling, and visual effects. This positive reception highlights the universal themes explored in these stories, such as love, loss, ambition, and redemption, all set within fantastical worlds.

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‘No better than Korea’: Thailand eyes US$1.5 million minimum for local casino gamblers

Thailand is proposing strict entry requirements for local gamblers in its planned casinos, potentially impacting investor interest in the country's burgeoning gaming industry. The draft regulation mandates that Thai nationals possess at least 50 million baht (US$1.5 million) in fixed deposits for a minimum of six months to gain casino access. Additionally, an entry fee capped at 5,000 baht (US$150) is proposed.

These requirements are designed to regulate access and mitigate potential social issues associated with gambling. However, the high financial threshold could exclude a significant portion of the Thai population, where per capita gross domestic product is around US$7,300. Analysts suggest that limiting domestic participation could diminish the attractiveness of the Thai casino market to foreign investors, who were counting on local players to contribute significantly to revenue. Previous estimates indicated Thailand had the potential to become a major global gambling destination, but these new restrictions may alter that outlook.

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China scenic site panned for using cotton, soapy water as snow due to lack of winter weather

成都雪乡因使用棉花和肥皂水制造假雪道歉并暂时关闭。这个新开业的旅游景点原本希望吸引游客,但由于未能等到真正的降雪,便采取了这种替代方案。游客们对此表示不满,认为受到了欺骗,感觉智商受到了侮辱。

该景点于一月底开业后,便因其“雪”景而备受关注,游客们发现小屋顶上和森林小路上的“雪”实际上是棉花和肥皂水的混合物。这一事件引发了公众的广泛批评,许多游客在社交媒体上表达了他们的失望和愤怒,促使景区最终道歉并暂停运营。

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How Chinese engineers used bamboo in the world’s longest sea bridge, and more

中国科学家正在研发更坚固耐用的竹基材料新技术,用于大型基础设施建设,以巩固中国在这一新兴环保产业中的领导地位。竹子以其生长迅速和强度高而闻名,经过改造的复合板被用于港珠澳大桥沿线的观景平台。

据报道,这些竹基面板在大桥安装六年之后,经受住了阳光、台风和海水腐蚀,仍然“坚如磐石”。南京林业大学竹类研究所的娄志超表示,中国不仅是世界上最大的竹子生产国,而且在加工能力方面也具有相对优势。他强调,保持中国在竹技术创新方面的领先地位至关重要,并提出行业应专注于推进自动化和智能制造,同时积极塑造国际标准。

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Task force to look into cutting construction costs for Hong Kong public flats

香港房屋委员会将成立一个工作组,旨在削减公共租赁住房的建设成本,原因是每个住宅的支出增加了5.4%,达到近100万港元(128,205美元),而香港正面临巨额赤字。工作组将审查设计、材料和程序等方面,以寻找降低成本的空间。

房屋局将成立一个由主管级官员领导的工作组,以评估各项工程的建设成本是否存在压缩空间,此举受到了业内专业人士的欢迎。发展局此前表示,正在进行一项研究,以制定降低成本的措施。政府消息人士称,他们将审查如何通过直接采购和流程调整来节省人力和成本。房屋局局长何永贤表示,第二代“组装合成建筑法”(MiC)现在比政府最初采用该技术时更便宜。MiC方法采用来自中国大陆工厂的独立集成模块,这些模块在现场安装前会经过质量检验。

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Hong Kong’s finance and tech sectors to lead job market recovery this year: Robert Walters

香港的就业市场正在显现复苏迹象,其中金融服务和科技行业在增加员工人数和薪资方面处于领先地位。 Robert Walters 咨询公司表示,对今年的招聘前景持谨慎乐观态度,雇主有意增加其永久和合同员工。

Robert Walters 在 9 月份对约 400 家组织和专业人士进行了调查,结果显示金融行业将是重获动力并引领招聘增长的行业之一。该机构表示,对金融行业的信心预计将刺激当地经济的商业活动,并随后推动其他行业对人才招聘的需求。自去年下半年以来,香港金融业已强劲复苏。此前,自新冠疫情后期以来,香港的失业率一直呈上升趋势,这减缓了香港的经济复苏,其中旅游和零售业受到的冲击最为严重。

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North Korea’s Kim reclaims ancestors’ legacy with rare mausoleum visit

Kim Jong-un made a rare visit to the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun, the mausoleum of his father Kim Jong-il and grandfather Kim Il-sung, marking the first time in four years he has paid tribute on his father’s birthday. The visit, accompanied by top military officials and his sister Kim Yo-jong, took place on the Day of the Shining Star, North Korea's national holiday celebrating Kim Jong-il’s birthday.

Analysts suggest this gesture may be an attempt by Kim Jong-un to reinforce his regime’s legitimacy amid growing international pressure for North Korea to denuclearize. During the visit, Kim expressed his commitment to the revolutionary ideals of his predecessors and vowed to dedicate himself to the nation's prosperity and the well-being of its people, according to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA).

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European leaders warn against Ukraine ceasefire without peace deal, official says

European leaders have signaled their readiness to provide Ukraine with security guarantees, emphasizing that a ceasefire without a preceding peace agreement could be dangerous. This commitment emerged from a meeting in Paris, convened to address the ongoing conflict and explore avenues for resolution.

The Paris meeting, hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron, was prompted by concerns over US President Donald Trump's plans for bilateral peace talks with Russia, which would exclude key European allies and Ukraine. European leaders present included representatives from the UK, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, the Netherlands, Denmark, NATO, the European Commission, and the European Council. The EU official stated they agreed with President Trump on a "peace through strength" approach, but seek to ensure European involvement in the peace process and offer support to Ukraine.

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