Tesla hints at India market debut amid evolving EV policy, cost concerns
Tesla is poised to enter the Indian market, a move that could significantly disrupt the country's developing electric vehicle sector and pose a challenge to local automakers. This follows recent government policy changes aimed at reducing import duties on electric vehicles, potentially making Tesla's products more accessible to Indian consumers.
Speculation about Tesla's imminent arrival has intensified after the company posted job advertisements on LinkedIn for various positions in Mumbai and New Delhi, including roles in customer service, vehicle maintenance, and sales. Tesla is also reportedly searching for land in Andhra Pradesh and other regions. Anand Mahindra, chairman of Mahindra Group, responded to concerns about competition from Tesla by stating the company is prepared and determined to remain relevant, drawing parallels to the opening of the Indian economy in 1991.
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Tesla is poised to enter the Indian market, a move that could significantly disrupt the country's developing electric vehicle sector and pose a challenge to local automakers. This follows recent government policy changes aimed at reducing import duties on electric vehicles, potentially making Tesla's products more accessible to Indian consumers.
Speculation about Tesla's imminent arrival has intensified after the company posted job advertisements on LinkedIn for various positions in Mumbai and New Delhi, including roles in customer service, vehicle maintenance, and sales. Tesla is also reportedly searching for land in Andhra Pradesh and other regions. Anand Mahindra, chairman of Mahindra Group, responded to concerns about competition from Tesla by stating the company is prepared and determined to remain relevant, drawing parallels to the opening of the Indian economy in 1991.
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World leaders visit Ukraine to show support on war’s 3rd anniversary
多位欧洲和加拿大领导人周一访问了乌克兰首都基辅，以纪念俄罗斯入侵三周年，并表达对乌克兰的支持。此次访问正值美国政策发生转变之际，显示了这些重要盟友对乌克兰的坚定支持。
包括欧盟委员会主席冯德莱恩和加拿大总理特鲁多在内的多位领导人受到了乌克兰官员的迎接。与此同时，欧洲也在调整对乌克兰的策略，以应对美国政策的变化。葡萄牙总理科斯塔宣布将于3月6日在布鲁塞尔召开欧盟紧急峰会，乌克兰问题将是首要议程。
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多位欧洲和加拿大领导人周一访问了乌克兰首都基辅，以纪念俄罗斯入侵三周年，并表达对乌克兰的支持。此次访问正值美国政策发生转变之际，显示了这些重要盟友对乌克兰的坚定支持。
包括欧盟委员会主席冯德莱恩和加拿大总理特鲁多在内的多位领导人受到了乌克兰官员的迎接。与此同时，欧洲也在调整对乌克兰的策略，以应对美国政策的变化。葡萄牙总理科斯塔宣布将于3月6日在布鲁塞尔召开欧盟紧急峰会，乌克兰问题将是首要议程。
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China’s blockbuster hit Ne Zha 2 gets push from domestic businesses and Beijing
The Chinese animated film *Ne Zha 2* has become a massive hit, reaching 13.5 billion yuan (US$1.86 billion) in box office sales and ranking eighth on the all-time global box office chart. The film's success has been met with strong support from Chinese companies and authorities, who have been booking entire cinemas and expressing pride in the home-grown production.
Companies like Xiaomi have publicly supported the film, with executives taking their teams to see it and expressing optimism about the future of Chinese culture on the global stage. *Ne Zha 2*'s performance surpasses that of *The Lion King* (2019) and puts it in close competition with *Avengers: Infinity War* and *Spider-Man: No Way Home*.
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The Chinese animated film *Ne Zha 2* has become a massive hit, reaching 13.5 billion yuan (US$1.86 billion) in box office sales and ranking eighth on the all-time global box office chart. The film's success has been met with strong support from Chinese companies and authorities, who have been booking entire cinemas and expressing pride in the home-grown production.
Companies like Xiaomi have publicly supported the film, with executives taking their teams to see it and expressing optimism about the future of Chinese culture on the global stage. *Ne Zha 2*'s performance surpasses that of *The Lion King* (2019) and puts it in close competition with *Avengers: Infinity War* and *Spider-Man: No Way Home*.
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China actor Hu Ge, 42, criticised for ‘overly dramatic’ comment that life is ‘counting down’
Chinese actor Hu Ge, star of the recent hit TV series Blossoms Shanghai, has sparked online discussion after revealing a "carpe diem" attitude and admitting he feels his life is already "counting down." The 42-year-old's comments, made in a recent interview, have resonated with many of his 72 million social media followers, who have nicknamed him "the ceiling of middle-aged actors."
Hu Ge rose to fame after his 2015 drama Chinese Paladin and has since starred in several successful TV series, including The Disguiser and Nirvana in Fire. In the interview with Elle magazine, he openly discussed his perspective on life and death for the first time, offering a glimpse into his personal reflections alongside his thriving career.
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Chinese actor Hu Ge, star of the recent hit TV series Blossoms Shanghai, has sparked online discussion after revealing a "carpe diem" attitude and admitting he feels his life is already "counting down." The 42-year-old's comments, made in a recent interview, have resonated with many of his 72 million social media followers, who have nicknamed him "the ceiling of middle-aged actors."
Hu Ge rose to fame after his 2015 drama Chinese Paladin and has since starred in several successful TV series, including The Disguiser and Nirvana in Fire. In the interview with Elle magazine, he openly discussed his perspective on life and death for the first time, offering a glimpse into his personal reflections alongside his thriving career.
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China’s Xi Jinping has phone call with Russia’s Vladimir Putin
中国国家主席习近平与俄罗斯总统普京通电话。据中国中央电视台报道，此次通话应普京的要求进行。
通话于周一下午进行，具体内容尚未公布，更多信息待后续发布。
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中国国家主席习近平与俄罗斯总统普京通电话。据中国中央电视台报道，此次通话应普京的要求进行。
通话于周一下午进行，具体内容尚未公布，更多信息待后续发布。
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Hong Kong police find dead cat with head in sock secured by zip tie
香港警方正在调查一起虐待动物案件，一只猫被发现死于上水，头部被塞在袜子里，袜子用拉链扎带收紧。这起事件由一位动物福利志愿者报告，他们在河上乡排峰路附近的何启学校附近的空地上发现了猫的尸体。
这只猫据信是一只45厘米长的雄性家猫短毛猫，年龄在三到四岁左右。它的头部被塞进袜子里，脖子上用拉链扎带固定。防止虐待动物协会的工作人员也被派往现场进行调查，初步检查显示猫的头骨骨折。警方已将此案列为虐待动物案件，并移交给边境区调查队，目前正在呼吁公众提供任何可能有助于查明事件真相的信息。
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香港警方正在调查一起虐待动物案件，一只猫被发现死于上水，头部被塞在袜子里，袜子用拉链扎带收紧。这起事件由一位动物福利志愿者报告，他们在河上乡排峰路附近的何启学校附近的空地上发现了猫的尸体。
这只猫据信是一只45厘米长的雄性家猫短毛猫，年龄在三到四岁左右。它的头部被塞进袜子里，脖子上用拉链扎带固定。防止虐待动物协会的工作人员也被派往现场进行调查，初步检查显示猫的头骨骨折。警方已将此案列为虐待动物案件，并移交给边境区调查队，目前正在呼吁公众提供任何可能有助于查明事件真相的信息。
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Hong Kong car passengers aged under 8 must travel in safety seats from November
11月1日起，香港私家车上的8岁以下儿童必须使用安全座椅或类似设备。违规司机将被处以230港元的定额罚款，严重个案将移交法院，最高可被处以2000港元的罚款。运输署发言人表示，新规例旨在加强对儿童和乘客安全的保护。
新规例适用于车辆的前排或后排乘客座位。身高1.35米或以上的儿童，以及8岁及以上的儿童可获豁免。该规定是在立法会通过《2024年道路交通（安全装备）（修订）规例》后生效的。儿童约束装置可在交通事故中为儿童乘客提供有效保护，并可大大降低死亡或重伤的风险。
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11月1日起，香港私家车上的8岁以下儿童必须使用安全座椅或类似设备。违规司机将被处以230港元的定额罚款，严重个案将移交法院，最高可被处以2000港元的罚款。运输署发言人表示，新规例旨在加强对儿童和乘客安全的保护。
新规例适用于车辆的前排或后排乘客座位。身高1.35米或以上的儿童，以及8岁及以上的儿童可获豁免。该规定是在立法会通过《2024年道路交通（安全装备）（修订）规例》后生效的。儿童约束装置可在交通事故中为儿童乘客提供有效保护，并可大大降低死亡或重伤的风险。
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Tan Ruisong, ex-boss of Chinese aircraft giant AVIC, expelled from Communist Party
Tan Ruisong, the former chairman and Communist Party secretary of AVIC, China's leading military aircraft maker, has been expelled from the party for allegedly accepting a "huge amount" of bribes and abusing his power for personal gain. The Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI) announced that Tan's case will be handed over to prosecutors following an investigation that began in August.
Tan is accused of accepting bribes and offering favors in areas such as enterprise restructuring, engineering project contracts, and employee recruitment. He also allegedly engaged in "power-for-sex transactions" and the "embezzlement of huge amounts of public properties." The CCDI statement noted that Tan's actions were severe and had a nefarious impact, continuing even after the 18th Party Congress in 2012, suggesting his illicit activities predated that time.
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Tan Ruisong, the former chairman and Communist Party secretary of AVIC, China's leading military aircraft maker, has been expelled from the party for allegedly accepting a "huge amount" of bribes and abusing his power for personal gain. The Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI) announced that Tan's case will be handed over to prosecutors following an investigation that began in August.
Tan is accused of accepting bribes and offering favors in areas such as enterprise restructuring, engineering project contracts, and employee recruitment. He also allegedly engaged in "power-for-sex transactions" and the "embezzlement of huge amounts of public properties." The CCDI statement noted that Tan's actions were severe and had a nefarious impact, continuing even after the 18th Party Congress in 2012, suggesting his illicit activities predated that time.
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DeepSeek spurs embrace of open-source AI ecosystem at Shanghai industry event
Shanghai is actively developing its own open-source AI ecosystem, spurred by the success of DeepSeek's resource-efficient models. This initiative was highlighted at the Global Developer Conference in Shanghai, where developers showcased various AI applications, including robotics and virtual reality. The city aims to enhance its open-source environment and support open data and model services.
Shanghai's AI industry is valued at over 450 billion yuan (US$62 billion), with 60 major models registered with the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC). The conference emphasized the importance of open-source initiatives, with DeepSeek announcing plans to open five code repositories to the public. This gathering marked the first major industry event since the rise of DeepSeek's open-source large language models, signaling a push towards collaborative AI development.
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Shanghai is actively developing its own open-source AI ecosystem, spurred by the success of DeepSeek's resource-efficient models. This initiative was highlighted at the Global Developer Conference in Shanghai, where developers showcased various AI applications, including robotics and virtual reality. The city aims to enhance its open-source environment and support open data and model services.
Shanghai's AI industry is valued at over 450 billion yuan (US$62 billion), with 60 major models registered with the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC). The conference emphasized the importance of open-source initiatives, with DeepSeek announcing plans to open five code repositories to the public. This gathering marked the first major industry event since the rise of DeepSeek's open-source large language models, signaling a push towards collaborative AI development.
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Germany’s conservatives face narrow path to power after election victory
Friedrich Merz领导的德国保守派在周日的选举中获胜，但其领导的联盟仅获得了一条明确的执政道路，并面临着迅速组建政府的巨大压力。尽管选择有限，但选举结果对德国未来的政治走向至关重要，尤其是在当前欧洲经济面临增长停滞、俄乌战争以及潜在的全球贸易战威胁之际。
尽管梅尔茨的基民盟/基社盟获得了28.6%的选票，但要在联邦议院中获得多数席位，唯一可行的中间派两党选择是与总理奥拉夫·朔尔茨领导的社会民主党合作。虽然社民党以16.4%的得票率位居第三，是二战以来最糟糕的结果，但在未来的联盟谈判中却拥有巨大的影响力。同时，尽管极右翼的德国另类选择党（AfD）的支持率翻了一番，以20.8%的得票率成为第二大党，但未能获得否决权，且梅尔茨已排除与其结盟的可能性。
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Friedrich Merz领导的德国保守派在周日的选举中获胜，但其领导的联盟仅获得了一条明确的执政道路，并面临着迅速组建政府的巨大压力。尽管选择有限，但选举结果对德国未来的政治走向至关重要，尤其是在当前欧洲经济面临增长停滞、俄乌战争以及潜在的全球贸易战威胁之际。
尽管梅尔茨的基民盟/基社盟获得了28.6%的选票，但要在联邦议院中获得多数席位，唯一可行的中间派两党选择是与总理奥拉夫·朔尔茨领导的社会民主党合作。虽然社民党以16.4%的得票率位居第三，是二战以来最糟糕的结果，但在未来的联盟谈判中却拥有巨大的影响力。同时，尽管极右翼的德国另类选择党（AfD）的支持率翻了一番，以20.8%的得票率成为第二大党，但未能获得否决权，且梅尔茨已排除与其结盟的可能性。
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Malaysian trade faces battering from Trump’s tariffs on semiconductors, warns minister
Malaysia's trade growth could be halved this year due to potential tariffs imposed by the US, according to the Malaysian trade ministry. This projection is based on concerns that US President Donald Trump may seek to rapidly reduce the nearly $17 billion trade deficit between the two countries, leading to turbulent economic conditions.
The potential tariffs are raising alarms across Southeast Asia, as they could negatively impact exports of key goods like steel, aluminum, cars, and semiconductors, as well as products linked to China. Malaysia is particularly worried about the impact on its semiconductor exports. Trade Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz stated that while the initial target was at least 5% growth, the possibility of tariffs or a trade war could significantly impact this goal.
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Malaysia's trade growth could be halved this year due to potential tariffs imposed by the US, according to the Malaysian trade ministry. This projection is based on concerns that US President Donald Trump may seek to rapidly reduce the nearly $17 billion trade deficit between the two countries, leading to turbulent economic conditions.
The potential tariffs are raising alarms across Southeast Asia, as they could negatively impact exports of key goods like steel, aluminum, cars, and semiconductors, as well as products linked to China. Malaysia is particularly worried about the impact on its semiconductor exports. Trade Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz stated that while the initial target was at least 5% growth, the possibility of tariffs or a trade war could significantly impact this goal.
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Ex-McDonald’s consultant charged in Hong Kong over watch-for-contract bribe
香港廉政公署指控麦当劳前建筑顾问 Ling Mun-tong 收受贿赂，涉嫌收受承包商夫妇价值 8 万港元的手表，以换取在装修工程中对他们的公司 Wardson Deco-Construction Limited 给予优待。 Ling 面临一项代理人接受利益的指控，而承包商夫妇 Chow Chi-kuen 和 Chan Chin-yu 则面临一项向代理人提供利益的指控。
据悉，Ling 在 MHK Restaurants Limited (香港麦当劳的运营公司) 担任建筑顾问期间，负责工程招标，包括邀请承包商提交方案、分析报告，并提出建议和监督项目进展。廉政公署称，Ling 于 2023 年 12 月 2 日接受了这对夫妇赠送的价值超过 8 万港元的手表，作为对 Wardson 公司给予优待的回报。目前三人已获保释，并将于周二在西九龙裁判法院提堂。
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香港廉政公署指控麦当劳前建筑顾问 Ling Mun-tong 收受贿赂，涉嫌收受承包商夫妇价值 8 万港元的手表，以换取在装修工程中对他们的公司 Wardson Deco-Construction Limited 给予优待。 Ling 面临一项代理人接受利益的指控，而承包商夫妇 Chow Chi-kuen 和 Chan Chin-yu 则面临一项向代理人提供利益的指控。
据悉，Ling 在 MHK Restaurants Limited (香港麦当劳的运营公司) 担任建筑顾问期间，负责工程招标，包括邀请承包商提交方案、分析报告，并提出建议和监督项目进展。廉政公署称，Ling 于 2023 年 12 月 2 日接受了这对夫妇赠送的价值超过 8 万港元的手表，作为对 Wardson 公司给予优待的回报。目前三人已获保释，并将于周二在西九龙裁判法院提堂。
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China’s commercial property needs more than DeepSeek boost to recover
China's publicly traded real estate investment trusts (REITs) are experiencing a surge, with the CSI Reits Index rising 13.5% since December 9, nearly half of which occurred since mid-January alongside a rally in Chinese technology shares. This positive trend suggests a potential boost for the country's commercial property sector, particularly those REITs holding infrastructure schemes.
The rally in Chinese tech stocks, triggered by the emergence of AI start-up DeepSeek and its ability to rival Silicon Valley's AI models at a lower cost, has been a key catalyst. This, coupled with President Xi Jinping's support for the private sector, has led to a reassessment of Chinese stocks and a broader shift in asset allocation by global fund managers, drawing parallels to China's stock market turnaround from 2014 to 2016.
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China's publicly traded real estate investment trusts (REITs) are experiencing a surge, with the CSI Reits Index rising 13.5% since December 9, nearly half of which occurred since mid-January alongside a rally in Chinese technology shares. This positive trend suggests a potential boost for the country's commercial property sector, particularly those REITs holding infrastructure schemes.
The rally in Chinese tech stocks, triggered by the emergence of AI start-up DeepSeek and its ability to rival Silicon Valley's AI models at a lower cost, has been a key catalyst. This, coupled with President Xi Jinping's support for the private sector, has led to a reassessment of Chinese stocks and a broader shift in asset allocation by global fund managers, drawing parallels to China's stock market turnaround from 2014 to 2016.
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Jimmy Lai defends ‘grim’ predictions for Hong Kong’s deprivation of freedom
Jimmy Lai, the former media boss of Apple Daily, defended his predictions that Hong Kong would lose its rule of law and status as an international financial hub under the national security law. He rejected prosecutors' claims that he stirred up fear among residents regarding Beijing's control over the city during his ongoing national security trial.
Lai is facing conspiracy charges of collusion with foreign forces and conspiracy to print and distribute seditious publications. Prosecutors are using his commentary articles and a live broadcast interview to argue that he intended to incite disaffection towards authorities with unfounded remarks. Tensions rose during the trial as Lai defended his comparisons between Hong Kong and Xinjiang, maintaining his predictions were not without basis, leading to a rebuke from Madam Justice Esther Toh Lye-ping for making gratuitous allegations against prosecutors.
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Jimmy Lai, the former media boss of Apple Daily, defended his predictions that Hong Kong would lose its rule of law and status as an international financial hub under the national security law. He rejected prosecutors' claims that he stirred up fear among residents regarding Beijing's control over the city during his ongoing national security trial.
Lai is facing conspiracy charges of collusion with foreign forces and conspiracy to print and distribute seditious publications. Prosecutors are using his commentary articles and a live broadcast interview to argue that he intended to incite disaffection towards authorities with unfounded remarks. Tensions rose during the trial as Lai defended his comparisons between Hong Kong and Xinjiang, maintaining his predictions were not without basis, leading to a rebuke from Madam Justice Esther Toh Lye-ping for making gratuitous allegations against prosecutors.
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China calls for post-war Gaza plans to be sped up in talks with Egypt
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called for an acceleration of rebuilding and governance plans for post-war Gaza, emphasizing the need for Palestinians to govern Palestine. During a phone call with his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty, Wang reaffirmed China's support for the two-state solution as the only way to achieve lasting peace.
Wang stressed that Gaza is an integral part of Palestinian territory and any post-conflict governance should adhere to the principle of Palestinian self-governance. This statement comes in the wake of proposals from US President Donald Trump suggesting the US should "take over" Gaza and displace its Palestinian population, a move that contradicts China's stance on the issue.
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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called for an acceleration of rebuilding and governance plans for post-war Gaza, emphasizing the need for Palestinians to govern Palestine. During a phone call with his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty, Wang reaffirmed China's support for the two-state solution as the only way to achieve lasting peace.
Wang stressed that Gaza is an integral part of Palestinian territory and any post-conflict governance should adhere to the principle of Palestinian self-governance. This statement comes in the wake of proposals from US President Donald Trump suggesting the US should "take over" Gaza and displace its Palestinian population, a move that contradicts China's stance on the issue.
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How does the human brain work? Chinese team’s ‘groundbreaking’ study offers clues
中国科学家发现人脑中存在三条隐藏的“信息高速公路”，大脑的大部分结构都围绕它们构建。这项研究表明，大脑的发育可能遵循类似于“要想富，先修路”的原则，即大脑的结构和功能与神经连接密切相关。
由中国科学院Brainnetome中心的范灵仲博士领导的研究团队，分析了100名健康成年人的脑部成像数据，绘制了大脑皮层中的结构连接图。他们利用先进的扩散追踪技术，绘制了每个半球超过3万条神经通路，揭示了高度一致的模式，就像一张生物路线图。
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中国科学家发现人脑中存在三条隐藏的“信息高速公路”，大脑的大部分结构都围绕它们构建。这项研究表明，大脑的发育可能遵循类似于“要想富，先修路”的原则，即大脑的结构和功能与神经连接密切相关。
由中国科学院Brainnetome中心的范灵仲博士领导的研究团队，分析了100名健康成年人的脑部成像数据，绘制了大脑皮层中的结构连接图。他们利用先进的扩散追踪技术，绘制了每个半球超过3万条神经通路，揭示了高度一致的模式，就像一张生物路线图。
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Bangladesh arrests thousands in crackdown dubbed ‘Operation Devil Hunt’
孟加拉国安全部队逮捕了超过8600人，这是一项为期两周的打击行动，目标是据称与被推翻的谢赫·哈西娜政府有关联的团伙。此次逮捕行动正值首都犯罪率上升之际，警方表示，自去年1月以来，抢劫案数量翻了一番。
在2024年8月学生领导的革命推翻哈西娜后上任的临时政府内政部负责人Jahangir Alam Chowdhury下令官员加强“恶魔狩猎行动”。Chowdhury指责哈西娜的Awami League党成员犯下了一系列罪行，指责他们想要“破坏”国家稳定。Chowdhury表示，“恶魔狩猎行动将继续，我们不会让肇事者睡觉或休息。”
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孟加拉国安全部队逮捕了超过8600人，这是一项为期两周的打击行动，目标是据称与被推翻的谢赫·哈西娜政府有关联的团伙。此次逮捕行动正值首都犯罪率上升之际，警方表示，自去年1月以来，抢劫案数量翻了一番。
在2024年8月学生领导的革命推翻哈西娜后上任的临时政府内政部负责人Jahangir Alam Chowdhury下令官员加强“恶魔狩猎行动”。Chowdhury指责哈西娜的Awami League党成员犯下了一系列罪行，指责他们想要“破坏”国家稳定。Chowdhury表示，“恶魔狩猎行动将继续，我们不会让肇事者睡觉或休息。”
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More Pogo raids stoke fears about a ‘cottage industry’ of scam activities
Analysts warn that scam hubs linked to banned offshore gaming operators could become a permanent fixture in the Philippines if law enforcement fails to completely dismantle the networks that fuel their illicit activities. This warning comes after the recent arrest of 450 people, including Chinese nationals believed to be the bosses, at a suspected scam hub in Manila on February 20.
Investigations by the Philippine Anti-Organised Crime Commission (PAOCC) revealed that the hub may have been operating as a scam center targeting victims in China and India with sports betting and investment schemes. Chester Cabalza, president of a Manila-based think tank, cautioned that these small-scale scam houses could become a widespread problem in Metro Manila if not eradicated.
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Analysts warn that scam hubs linked to banned offshore gaming operators could become a permanent fixture in the Philippines if law enforcement fails to completely dismantle the networks that fuel their illicit activities. This warning comes after the recent arrest of 450 people, including Chinese nationals believed to be the bosses, at a suspected scam hub in Manila on February 20.
Investigations by the Philippine Anti-Organised Crime Commission (PAOCC) revealed that the hub may have been operating as a scam center targeting victims in China and India with sports betting and investment schemes. Chester Cabalza, president of a Manila-based think tank, cautioned that these small-scale scam houses could become a widespread problem in Metro Manila if not eradicated.
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With eyes on China, Philippines and Japan agree to enhance defence partnership
日本和菲律宾周一达成协议，将在印太地区“日益严峻”的安全环境下，进一步深化防务关系。日本防卫大臣中谷元在与菲律宾国防部长吉尔贝托·特奥多罗会晤后表示，双方一致认为有必要加强合作，以维护印太地区的和平与稳定。
在马尼拉举行的会晤中，两位部长讨论了包括东海和南海海域局势在内的地区安全问题。双方同意深化军事交流合作，建立高级别战略对话机制，并加强信息共享。尽管二战期间日本曾侵略包括菲律宾在内的亚洲邻国，但面对共同的安全挑战，两国选择加强合作。
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日本和菲律宾周一达成协议，将在印太地区“日益严峻”的安全环境下，进一步深化防务关系。日本防卫大臣中谷元在与菲律宾国防部长吉尔贝托·特奥多罗会晤后表示，双方一致认为有必要加强合作，以维护印太地区的和平与稳定。
在马尼拉举行的会晤中，两位部长讨论了包括东海和南海海域局势在内的地区安全问题。双方同意深化军事交流合作，建立高级别战略对话机制，并加强信息共享。尽管二战期间日本曾侵略包括菲律宾在内的亚洲邻国，但面对共同的安全挑战，两国选择加强合作。
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China’s C919 jet passes Lunar New Year test as usage rate soars
中国国产C919窄体客机在春运期间经受住了航班量激增的考验，进一步证明了其可靠性。三大国有航空公司在此期间更频繁地使用C919机队，每架C919平均每天飞行6.5小时。
尽管空客和波音飞机的利用率更高，但与去年同期相比，C919的利用率仍大幅提升了40%，这对C919来说是一次重要的考验。民航分析师李瀚明表示，C919已展示了作为日常运营飞机的可靠性，与空客和波音相比，没有明显的弱点。今年春运期间，中国民航的日均客运量达到225万人次，同比增长7.4%，创历史新高。
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中国国产C919窄体客机在春运期间经受住了航班量激增的考验，进一步证明了其可靠性。三大国有航空公司在此期间更频繁地使用C919机队，每架C919平均每天飞行6.5小时。
尽管空客和波音飞机的利用率更高，但与去年同期相比，C919的利用率仍大幅提升了40%，这对C919来说是一次重要的考验。民航分析师李瀚明表示，C919已展示了作为日常运营飞机的可靠性，与空客和波音相比，没有明显的弱点。今年春运期间，中国民航的日均客运量达到225万人次，同比增长7.4%，创历史新高。
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