Former Philippine leader Duterte in Hong Kong for event amid ICC probe
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is attending a thanksgiving event in Hong Kong aimed at overseas Filipino workers. The event, titled “Pasasalamat kay PRRD with OFWS (Overseas Filipino Workers)”, is being held at Wan Chai’s Southorn Stadium. Hundreds of people queued up early in the morning to see the former president, and his daughter, the current Vice-President of the Philippines Sara Duterte, was also seen at the venue.
Duterte's appearance in Hong Kong comes as the International Criminal Court (ICC) investigates his controversial anti-drug campaign. The event is scheduled to run for most of the day, with promotional materials heavily featuring Duterte. Those without tickets were initially directed to a nearby football pitch, but were later asked to leave by police.
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Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is attending a thanksgiving event in Hong Kong aimed at overseas Filipino workers. The event, titled “Pasasalamat kay PRRD with OFWS (Overseas Filipino Workers)”, is being held at Wan Chai’s Southorn Stadium. Hundreds of people queued up early in the morning to see the former president, and his daughter, the current Vice-President of the Philippines Sara Duterte, was also seen at the venue.
Duterte's appearance in Hong Kong comes as the International Criminal Court (ICC) investigates his controversial anti-drug campaign. The event is scheduled to run for most of the day, with promotional materials heavily featuring Duterte. Those without tickets were initially directed to a nearby football pitch, but were later asked to leave by police.
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City for sale? Residents in Malaysia’s Kuala Lumpur fear the squeeze of development
Kuala Lumpur is undergoing a major redevelopment push by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's administration, aiming to reshape the city by reviving industrial zones, boosting transit areas, and increasing green spaces. The plan, costing hundreds of billions of ringgit, focuses on redeveloping older sections and building new districts to expand the city, while also addressing issues like vice, dirty restaurants, and traffic congestion.
This redevelopment has already impacted communities like Kampung Baru, where infrastructure projects and commercial development have disrupted traditional ways of life. The city's transformation includes efforts to spruce up its image with more greenery and a "strike force" to tackle various urban issues, alongside the potential implementation of a congestion charge to alleviate traffic.
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Kuala Lumpur is undergoing a major redevelopment push by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's administration, aiming to reshape the city by reviving industrial zones, boosting transit areas, and increasing green spaces. The plan, costing hundreds of billions of ringgit, focuses on redeveloping older sections and building new districts to expand the city, while also addressing issues like vice, dirty restaurants, and traffic congestion.
This redevelopment has already impacted communities like Kampung Baru, where infrastructure projects and commercial development have disrupted traditional ways of life. The city's transformation includes efforts to spruce up its image with more greenery and a "strike force" to tackle various urban issues, alongside the potential implementation of a congestion charge to alleviate traffic.
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China’s January-February CPI falls 0.1% days after annual inflation control target lowered
中国2月份的消费者价格指数(CPI)同比下降0.7%，表明中国经济仍面临通缩压力。这一数据是在中国将年度消费者通胀控制目标从3%左右下调至2%左右后几天发布的，此前两年的实际通胀率一直低迷在0.2%。
国家统计局表示，今年前两个月的通胀指标（包括可变动的农历新年假期）与去年同期相比下降了0.1%。食品价格同比下降3.3%，服务价格下降0.4%。剔除波动较大的食品和能源价格后的核心通胀率上月同比下降0.1%，1-2月同比上升0.3%。此外，追踪工厂商品成本的生产者价格指数(PPI)下降了2.2%，连续第29个月出现收缩。
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中国2月份的消费者价格指数(CPI)同比下降0.7%，表明中国经济仍面临通缩压力。这一数据是在中国将年度消费者通胀控制目标从3%左右下调至2%左右后几天发布的，此前两年的实际通胀率一直低迷在0.2%。
国家统计局表示，今年前两个月的通胀指标（包括可变动的农历新年假期）与去年同期相比下降了0.1%。食品价格同比下降3.3%，服务价格下降0.4%。剔除波动较大的食品和能源价格后的核心通胀率上月同比下降0.1%，1-2月同比上升0.3%。此外，追踪工厂商品成本的生产者价格指数(PPI)下降了2.2%，连续第29个月出现收缩。
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US rejects G7 plan to tackle Russia’s shadow oil tanker fleet, prioritising China focus
美国拒绝了加拿大提出的成立特别工作组以打击俄罗斯“影子舰队”的提议。这一举动正值特朗普政府重新评估其在多边组织中的立场之际。加拿大目前担任G7轮值主席国，下周将在魁北克省夏洛瓦举办外长峰会，美国在拟定一份关于海上问题的联合声明时，试图强化有关中国的措辞，同时淡化有关俄罗斯的措辞。
“影子舰队”指的是用于规避西方因俄乌战争对莫斯科实施制裁的老旧油轮。美国不仅否决了加拿大成立特别工作组以监控违反制裁行为的提议，还试图从G7声明草案中删除“制裁”一词，并将提及俄罗斯“维持战争能力”的措辞替换为“赚取收入”。在海上安全保障方面，美国力主直接点名中国，包括提及中国“执行非法海上主张”及其空中行动对“生命和生计”造成的风险，特别是南中国海问题。
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美国拒绝了加拿大提出的成立特别工作组以打击俄罗斯“影子舰队”的提议。这一举动正值特朗普政府重新评估其在多边组织中的立场之际。加拿大目前担任G7轮值主席国，下周将在魁北克省夏洛瓦举办外长峰会，美国在拟定一份关于海上问题的联合声明时，试图强化有关中国的措辞，同时淡化有关俄罗斯的措辞。
“影子舰队”指的是用于规避西方因俄乌战争对莫斯科实施制裁的老旧油轮。美国不仅否决了加拿大成立特别工作组以监控违反制裁行为的提议，还试图从G7声明草案中删除“制裁”一词，并将提及俄罗斯“维持战争能力”的措辞替换为“赚取收入”。在海上安全保障方面，美国力主直接点名中国，包括提及中国“执行非法海上主张”及其空中行动对“生命和生计”造成的风险，特别是南中国海问题。
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At this year’s ‘two sessions’ in Beijing, AI seems to be on everyone’s lips
China's technological advancements, especially in artificial intelligence, have taken center stage at the "Two Sessions" political event in Beijing. Senior officials, lawmakers, and advisors are actively discussing the opportunities and challenges presented by these technologies, highlighting China's ambition to become a tech leader.
These discussions occur against the backdrop of increasing hi-tech competition between China and the United States, including US sanctions on China's tech sector. Despite "unjustified external suppression," as stated by Foreign Minister Wang Yi, China claims to have made rapid progress and is willing to share its innovations with other countries. Tech, particularly AI, has been a dominant topic at the National People’s Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC).
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China's technological advancements, especially in artificial intelligence, have taken center stage at the "Two Sessions" political event in Beijing. Senior officials, lawmakers, and advisors are actively discussing the opportunities and challenges presented by these technologies, highlighting China's ambition to become a tech leader.
These discussions occur against the backdrop of increasing hi-tech competition between China and the United States, including US sanctions on China's tech sector. Despite "unjustified external suppression," as stated by Foreign Minister Wang Yi, China claims to have made rapid progress and is willing to share its innovations with other countries. Tech, particularly AI, has been a dominant topic at the National People’s Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC).
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China wants to change the world with disruptive technologies. But what are they?
China is rapidly advancing in disruptive technologies, blurring the lines between science fiction and reality with innovations like humanoid robots, brain-computer interfaces, quantum computers, and hypersonic aircraft. This push for technological dominance is a key focus for Beijing as it aims to lead in emerging markets, outpacing Western powers like the United States.
President Xi Jinping has emphasized the importance of "original and disruptive" scientific innovation to achieve sci-tech self-reliance. A recent report from the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) highlighted China's progress in areas like artificial intelligence and 5G technology. The NDRC's draft plan for 2025 further emphasizes innovation, including cultivating "future industries" such as quantum technology and future energy sources.
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China is rapidly advancing in disruptive technologies, blurring the lines between science fiction and reality with innovations like humanoid robots, brain-computer interfaces, quantum computers, and hypersonic aircraft. This push for technological dominance is a key focus for Beijing as it aims to lead in emerging markets, outpacing Western powers like the United States.
President Xi Jinping has emphasized the importance of "original and disruptive" scientific innovation to achieve sci-tech self-reliance. A recent report from the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) highlighted China's progress in areas like artificial intelligence and 5G technology. The NDRC's draft plan for 2025 further emphasizes innovation, including cultivating "future industries" such as quantum technology and future energy sources.
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Can Hong Kong emulate the success of Hangzhou’s tech titans?
Hong Kong faces financial challenges, but a key opportunity lies in fostering tech start-ups to drive new economic growth. The emergence of successful tech hubs like Hangzhou, with its "Six Little Dragons" including AI leaders DeepSeek and Unitree Robotics, raises the question of why Hong Kong hasn't seen similar success. It's crucial for Hong Kong to learn from these examples and cultivate a vibrant tech entrepreneurship ecosystem.
To become a global tech leader, Hong Kong needs to transform into a talent hub and innovation center. While the Northern Metropolis project aims to drive tech progress, its slow pace raises concerns. Adopting the mainland's zone-development model, assigning land parcels to developers, and leveraging the private market can boost efficiency and reduce costs, helping Hong Kong catch up and compete in the global tech arena.
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Hong Kong faces financial challenges, but a key opportunity lies in fostering tech start-ups to drive new economic growth. The emergence of successful tech hubs like Hangzhou, with its "Six Little Dragons" including AI leaders DeepSeek and Unitree Robotics, raises the question of why Hong Kong hasn't seen similar success. It's crucial for Hong Kong to learn from these examples and cultivate a vibrant tech entrepreneurship ecosystem.
To become a global tech leader, Hong Kong needs to transform into a talent hub and innovation center. While the Northern Metropolis project aims to drive tech progress, its slow pace raises concerns. Adopting the mainland's zone-development model, assigning land parcels to developers, and leveraging the private market can boost efficiency and reduce costs, helping Hong Kong catch up and compete in the global tech arena.
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Hong Kong halal bazaar? New attractions among ideas to lure more Muslim visitors
香港可以开发具有自身特色的穆斯林体验项目，以吸引更多来自中东和东南亚的游客。 旅游业内部人士和外交官均表示，香港发展清真旅游中心不应仅仅是调整现有服务，而应包括开发专门面向穆斯林游客的全新文化体验。
土耳其总领事Kerim Sercan Evcin建议，香港可以举办“香港斋月集市”，提供具有香港特色的商品以及来自不同国家和地区的商品。他以香港咖喱为例，指出香港可以创造出独一无二的体验。Evcin是在3月4日举行的开斋饭活动上发表上述言论的，该活动旨在庆祝斋月，斋月是穆斯林禁食的月份，于3月2日在香港开始，并以开斋节结束。
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香港可以开发具有自身特色的穆斯林体验项目，以吸引更多来自中东和东南亚的游客。 旅游业内部人士和外交官均表示，香港发展清真旅游中心不应仅仅是调整现有服务，而应包括开发专门面向穆斯林游客的全新文化体验。
土耳其总领事Kerim Sercan Evcin建议，香港可以举办“香港斋月集市”，提供具有香港特色的商品以及来自不同国家和地区的商品。他以香港咖喱为例，指出香港可以创造出独一无二的体验。Evcin是在3月4日举行的开斋饭活动上发表上述言论的，该活动旨在庆祝斋月，斋月是穆斯林禁食的月份，于3月2日在香港开始，并以开斋节结束。
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As stablecoins grow, Hong Kong’s US dollar peg seen as advantage despite Web3 challenges
Hong Kong's currency peg to the US dollar could give it an advantage in the growing stablecoin market, acting as a bridge between Web3 and traditional finance. The majority of stablecoin trading activity involves cryptocurrencies backed by the US dollar, making Hong Kong's USD peg attractive for companies dealing with USD-pegged assets like Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC).
Hong Kong's established position as a global financial hub, coupled with its deep foreign exchange market and regulatory environment that facilitates currency conversion, further strengthens its appeal for USD conversions. The preference for USD-backed stablecoins reinforces the dollar's dominance in global finance, as maintaining a one-to-one peg necessitates substantial USD reserves, a requirement increasingly enforced by regulations, including Hong Kong's pending stablecoin legislation.
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Hong Kong's currency peg to the US dollar could give it an advantage in the growing stablecoin market, acting as a bridge between Web3 and traditional finance. The majority of stablecoin trading activity involves cryptocurrencies backed by the US dollar, making Hong Kong's USD peg attractive for companies dealing with USD-pegged assets like Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC).
Hong Kong's established position as a global financial hub, coupled with its deep foreign exchange market and regulatory environment that facilitates currency conversion, further strengthens its appeal for USD conversions. The preference for USD-backed stablecoins reinforces the dollar's dominance in global finance, as maintaining a one-to-one peg necessitates substantial USD reserves, a requirement increasingly enforced by regulations, including Hong Kong's pending stablecoin legislation.
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Chinese passenger pricked by stray needle on flight gets depression, seeks compensation
一名中国男子在航班上被遗留的针头扎伤，他要求赔偿13万元人民币（约合1.8万美元），理由是担心感染而导致抑郁。该男子姓傅，在中国南方航空公司的航班上，当他从座位口袋里取出手机时，被一个注射器针头扎到。
傅先生回忆说，他感到手指一阵刺痛，发现一根针头粘在上面，他怀疑是胰岛素注射器的针头。事后证实，这根针头是之前航班的乘客遗留下来的。航空公司最初提出赔偿机票费用1800元人民币，外加1000元人民币的补偿，但傅先生认为赔偿不足，拒绝了这一提议。
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一名中国男子在航班上被遗留的针头扎伤，他要求赔偿13万元人民币（约合1.8万美元），理由是担心感染而导致抑郁。该男子姓傅，在中国南方航空公司的航班上，当他从座位口袋里取出手机时，被一个注射器针头扎到。
傅先生回忆说，他感到手指一阵刺痛，发现一根针头粘在上面，他怀疑是胰岛素注射器的针头。事后证实，这根针头是之前航班的乘客遗留下来的。航空公司最初提出赔偿机票费用1800元人民币，外加1000元人民币的补偿，但傅先生认为赔偿不足，拒绝了这一提议。
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‘Two sessions’ 2025: who’s up and who’s down in China’s economy?
中国经济发展重心正在转移，科技行业备受瞩目。 习近平主席近期与中国顶尖企业家的座谈会，受邀嘉宾名单预示着未来经济发展的重点领域。与2018年的类似会议相比，本次参会者主要来自科技、农业和消费品行业，房地产行业则无人受邀，这反映出中国经济结构调整的方向。
中国正在召开两会，预计将出台更多支持民营经济的政策。尽管国有企业和民营企业之间的关系备受关注，但无论所有制形式如何，新兴产业取代传统产业已成为中国经济结构调整的主要趋势。这意味着政府的扶持政策将向特定行业倾斜，以推动经济转型和高质量发展。
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中国经济发展重心正在转移，科技行业备受瞩目。 习近平主席近期与中国顶尖企业家的座谈会，受邀嘉宾名单预示着未来经济发展的重点领域。与2018年的类似会议相比，本次参会者主要来自科技、农业和消费品行业，房地产行业则无人受邀，这反映出中国经济结构调整的方向。
中国正在召开两会，预计将出台更多支持民营经济的政策。尽管国有企业和民营企业之间的关系备受关注，但无论所有制形式如何，新兴产业取代传统产业已成为中国经济结构调整的主要趋势。这意味着政府的扶持政策将向特定行业倾斜，以推动经济转型和高质量发展。
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US eggs crisis an opportunity for Asean to crack the American market
The United States is grappling with a severe bird flu outbreak that is decimating poultry stocks and causing egg prices to skyrocket, potentially increasing by 41% in 2025. This crisis has American households struggling to afford a basic grocery item, prompting the US to seek relief through imports.
While current import sources like Canada, Taiwan, Lithuania, and Turkey may not be sufficient to stabilize prices, Southeast Asia, with its vast agricultural potential, remains largely untapped. The US has historically been self-sufficient in egg production, but the avian flu outbreak has forced the culling of millions of chickens and necessitated the exploration of diversified import options, raising the question of whether this crisis could present an opportunity for ASEAN nations to become strategic agricultural suppliers to the US.
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The United States is grappling with a severe bird flu outbreak that is decimating poultry stocks and causing egg prices to skyrocket, potentially increasing by 41% in 2025. This crisis has American households struggling to afford a basic grocery item, prompting the US to seek relief through imports.
While current import sources like Canada, Taiwan, Lithuania, and Turkey may not be sufficient to stabilize prices, Southeast Asia, with its vast agricultural potential, remains largely untapped. The US has historically been self-sufficient in egg production, but the avian flu outbreak has forced the culling of millions of chickens and necessitated the exploration of diversified import options, raising the question of whether this crisis could present an opportunity for ASEAN nations to become strategic agricultural suppliers to the US.
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Republicans unveil Trump-backed bill to avoid shutdown, daring Democrats to oppose it
US House Republicans have introduced a spending bill to fund federal agencies through September 30, setting the stage for a showdown with Democrats. The bill proposes a slight increase in defense spending while cutting non-defense programs below 2024 levels, a move that Democrats are likely to oppose, as they advocate for equal treatment of defense and non-defense spending.
With a Friday deadline looming to avert a partial government shutdown, Republican Speaker Mike Johnson plans a Tuesday vote on the bill, challenging Democrats to oppose it. This strategy, supported by former President Trump, breaks from the norm of bipartisan collaboration on spending measures, as Republicans typically need Democratic votes to pass such legislation. The outcome of this high-stakes gamble remains uncertain.
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US House Republicans have introduced a spending bill to fund federal agencies through September 30, setting the stage for a showdown with Democrats. The bill proposes a slight increase in defense spending while cutting non-defense programs below 2024 levels, a move that Democrats are likely to oppose, as they advocate for equal treatment of defense and non-defense spending.
With a Friday deadline looming to avert a partial government shutdown, Republican Speaker Mike Johnson plans a Tuesday vote on the bill, challenging Democrats to oppose it. This strategy, supported by former President Trump, breaks from the norm of bipartisan collaboration on spending measures, as Republicans typically need Democratic votes to pass such legislation. The outcome of this high-stakes gamble remains uncertain.
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Gaza protesters vandalise Trump’s Scottish golf resort
Pro-Palestinian activists vandalized Donald Trump's Turnberry golf course and hotel in Scotland, protesting his proposal to empty the Gaza Strip of its Palestinian population. The activists painted "Gaza Is Not For Sale" on the lawn and used red spray paint on the clubhouse exterior, directly targeting Trump's property in response to his perceived treatment of Gaza.
Palestine Action claimed responsibility, stating they reject Trump's view of Gaza as disposable property and aimed to demonstrate that his own assets are not immune to resistance. Police Scotland confirmed they are investigating the damage reported at the golf course early Saturday morning.
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Pro-Palestinian activists vandalized Donald Trump's Turnberry golf course and hotel in Scotland, protesting his proposal to empty the Gaza Strip of its Palestinian population. The activists painted "Gaza Is Not For Sale" on the lawn and used red spray paint on the clubhouse exterior, directly targeting Trump's property in response to his perceived treatment of Gaza.
Palestine Action claimed responsibility, stating they reject Trump's view of Gaza as disposable property and aimed to demonstrate that his own assets are not immune to resistance. Police Scotland confirmed they are investigating the damage reported at the golf course early Saturday morning.
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Iran’s supreme leader slams US ‘bullying’ after Trump threats
伊朗最高领袖哈梅内伊周六表示，伊朗不会屈服于胁迫进行谈判。此前一天，美国总统特朗普声称已致信伊朗最高领导人，试图促成关于核协议的谈判。特朗普政府对伊朗采取强硬立场，但同时也表示愿意通过谈判解决问题。
哈梅内伊指出，华盛顿方面提出谈判的目的是为了“强加他们的期望”。他强调，一些恃强凌弱的政府坚持谈判并非为了解决问题，而是为了提出新的要求，而且不仅仅局限于伊朗的核问题。特朗普在任期间退出了伊朗与主要大国之间的核协议，并重新实施了“极限施压”政策，试图孤立伊朗并将其石油出口降至零。
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伊朗最高领袖哈梅内伊周六表示，伊朗不会屈服于胁迫进行谈判。此前一天，美国总统特朗普声称已致信伊朗最高领导人，试图促成关于核协议的谈判。特朗普政府对伊朗采取强硬立场，但同时也表示愿意通过谈判解决问题。
哈梅内伊指出，华盛顿方面提出谈判的目的是为了“强加他们的期望”。他强调，一些恃强凌弱的政府坚持谈判并非为了解决问题，而是为了提出新的要求，而且不仅仅局限于伊朗的核问题。特朗普在任期间退出了伊朗与主要大国之间的核协议，并重新实施了“极限施压”政策，试图孤立伊朗并将其石油出口降至零。
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Roads closed as man with Palestinian flag climbs London’s Big Ben
伦敦威斯敏斯特宫附近的道路周六被封锁，原因是紧急服务部门试图接近一名攀登大本钟塔的男子，该男子手持巴勒斯坦国旗。 这名赤脚男子似乎在进行抗议，他站在伊丽莎白塔离地几米高的一个壁架上。由于该事件，议会大厦的参观活动已被取消。
威斯敏斯特桥和附近的一条街道在周六的大部分时间里都处于关闭状态，几辆紧急服务车辆在现场，人群在警戒线后围观。 伦敦警察厅表示，警察、消防员和救护人员正在“努力使事件得到安全解决”。
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伦敦威斯敏斯特宫附近的道路周六被封锁，原因是紧急服务部门试图接近一名攀登大本钟塔的男子，该男子手持巴勒斯坦国旗。 这名赤脚男子似乎在进行抗议，他站在伊丽莎白塔离地几米高的一个壁架上。由于该事件，议会大厦的参观活动已被取消。
威斯敏斯特桥和附近的一条街道在周六的大部分时间里都处于关闭状态，几辆紧急服务车辆在现场，人群在警戒线后围观。 伦敦警察厅表示，警察、消防员和救护人员正在“努力使事件得到安全解决”。
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Polish activists open abortion centre in front of parliament
波兰堕胎权益活动家在华沙议会大厦对面开设了一家中心，女性可以在那里通过药物进行堕胎，可以独自进行，也可以与其他女性一起进行。这家名为“Abotak”的中心在国际妇女节当天开业，象征性地挑战了这个传统罗马天主教国家的当局，该国拥有欧洲最严格的堕胎法之一。
堕胎权益组织“堕胎梦之队”的活动人士聚集在中心内部举行开幕仪式，一小群抗议者在中心外示威，他们播放婴儿的哭声，并举着巨大的恐怖海报。活动人士表示，这是波兰第一家固定的堕胎中心，类似于在墨西哥和阿根廷等具有限制性法律的拉丁美洲国家成立的中心。抗议者警告波兰政客不要引入可耻的决定，并表示永远不允许人们随意杀死波兰儿童。
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波兰堕胎权益活动家在华沙议会大厦对面开设了一家中心，女性可以在那里通过药物进行堕胎，可以独自进行，也可以与其他女性一起进行。这家名为“Abotak”的中心在国际妇女节当天开业，象征性地挑战了这个传统罗马天主教国家的当局，该国拥有欧洲最严格的堕胎法之一。
堕胎权益组织“堕胎梦之队”的活动人士聚集在中心内部举行开幕仪式，一小群抗议者在中心外示威，他们播放婴儿的哭声，并举着巨大的恐怖海报。活动人士表示，这是波兰第一家固定的堕胎中心，类似于在墨西哥和阿根廷等具有限制性法律的拉丁美洲国家成立的中心。抗议者警告波兰政客不要引入可耻的决定，并表示永远不允许人们随意杀死波兰儿童。
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Hong Kong must seize benefits of ‘one country, two systems’ model: Zheng Yanxiong
香港中联办主任郑雁雄呼吁香港把握“一国两制”带来的机遇，并通过改革创新释放“新质生产力”，为香港和国家发展做出贡献。他强调，香港应充分发挥“一国两制”的制度优势，紧密结合香港实际情况，从而更好地推动香港的经济和社会发展。
郑雁雄在北京向港区全国人大代表发表讲话时指出，“一国两制”已经进入新阶段，香港应该追求更高质量的增长，为国家做出更大的贡献。他还引用了中国国家主席习近平关于促进科技和产业创新融合，以及加强科技教育和人才培养的观点，认为这些同样适用于香港的发展。
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香港中联办主任郑雁雄呼吁香港把握“一国两制”带来的机遇，并通过改革创新释放“新质生产力”，为香港和国家发展做出贡献。他强调，香港应充分发挥“一国两制”的制度优势，紧密结合香港实际情况，从而更好地推动香港的经济和社会发展。
郑雁雄在北京向港区全国人大代表发表讲话时指出，“一国两制”已经进入新阶段，香港应该追求更高质量的增长，为国家做出更大的贡献。他还引用了中国国家主席习近平关于促进科技和产业创新融合，以及加强科技教育和人才培养的观点，认为这些同样适用于香港的发展。
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Myanmar election to be held by January, junta chief says
Myanmar's junta chief, General Min Aung Hlaing, announced that the country plans to hold elections in December 2025 or January 2026. This would be the first election since the military coup in 2021, which ousted Aung San Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy (NLD).
The junta seized power alleging fraud in the 2020 elections, a claim widely disputed. Since then, Myanmar has been embroiled in conflict, and the military has cracked down on dissent. Hlaing stated the upcoming vote would be "free and fair" and invited observers from Belarus, a country with close ties to the regime, to monitor the process. Critics, however, remain skeptical, anticipating that the elections will be neither free nor fair given the current political climate and ongoing repression.
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Myanmar's junta chief, General Min Aung Hlaing, announced that the country plans to hold elections in December 2025 or January 2026. This would be the first election since the military coup in 2021, which ousted Aung San Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy (NLD).
The junta seized power alleging fraud in the 2020 elections, a claim widely disputed. Since then, Myanmar has been embroiled in conflict, and the military has cracked down on dissent. Hlaing stated the upcoming vote would be "free and fair" and invited observers from Belarus, a country with close ties to the regime, to monitor the process. Critics, however, remain skeptical, anticipating that the elections will be neither free nor fair given the current political climate and ongoing repression.
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Why concern is growing in Taiwan about chip giant TSMC’s pledge to invest in Arizona
Taiwan is increasingly concerned that TSMC's commitment to invest billions in Arizona, driven by pressure from Donald Trump, could weaken Taiwan's leading position in the global semiconductor market. The investment includes a research center, advanced packaging facilities, and additional semiconductor fabs, significantly increasing TSMC's total investment in Arizona to $165 billion.
This move comes after Trump repeatedly accused Taiwan of "stealing" from the US chip industry and threatened tariffs on imported chips. Max Lo, from the Taiwan International Strategic Study Society, suggests Trump's aggressive tariff strategy has been successful in compelling TSMC to invest heavily in the US, potentially impacting Taiwan's semiconductor dominance.
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Taiwan is increasingly concerned that TSMC's commitment to invest billions in Arizona, driven by pressure from Donald Trump, could weaken Taiwan's leading position in the global semiconductor market. The investment includes a research center, advanced packaging facilities, and additional semiconductor fabs, significantly increasing TSMC's total investment in Arizona to $165 billion.
This move comes after Trump repeatedly accused Taiwan of "stealing" from the US chip industry and threatened tariffs on imported chips. Max Lo, from the Taiwan International Strategic Study Society, suggests Trump's aggressive tariff strategy has been successful in compelling TSMC to invest heavily in the US, potentially impacting Taiwan's semiconductor dominance.
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