Indonesia’s funding plan for new investment arm sparks backlash, transparency concerns
Indonesia's plan to fund its new sovereign wealth fund, Danantara, through significant austerity measures is facing public criticism due to concerns about transparency and potential corruption. The government intends to raise 750 trillion rupiah (US$44 billion) by cutting public sector budgets, impacting various ministries and agencies.
These budget cuts will affect spending on areas ranging from official travel to disaster prevention and civil servant wages, with 325 trillion rupiah earmarked for Danantara's investment arm. Danantara aims to generate higher returns from Indonesia's state-owned sector and attract foreign investment, managing over US$900 billion in assets. Critics are worried about the potential for unchecked political influence in managing these vast resources, especially given the limited success of Indonesia's first sovereign wealth fund established in 2021.
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Indonesia's plan to fund its new sovereign wealth fund, Danantara, through significant austerity measures is facing public criticism due to concerns about transparency and potential corruption. The government intends to raise 750 trillion rupiah (US$44 billion) by cutting public sector budgets, impacting various ministries and agencies.
These budget cuts will affect spending on areas ranging from official travel to disaster prevention and civil servant wages, with 325 trillion rupiah earmarked for Danantara's investment arm. Danantara aims to generate higher returns from Indonesia's state-owned sector and attract foreign investment, managing over US$900 billion in assets. Critics are worried about the potential for unchecked political influence in managing these vast resources, especially given the limited success of Indonesia's first sovereign wealth fund established in 2021.
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In Saudi Arabia, China’s central bank governor pushes for a new global financial consensus
中国人民银行行长潘功胜承诺深化与新兴经济体的合作，并帮助它们在全球金融治理中获得更大的发言权。他表示，中国将与海湾国家合作，促进货币稳定，扩大双边金融投资，并创建综合支付系统，同时还将合作推进数字货币和反洗钱工作。
中国长期以来一直寻求人民币国际化，减少对美元的依赖，并加强其金融自主权，以促进全球贸易和投资。在沙特阿拉伯举行的一次会议上，潘功胜还敦促新兴市场提高汇率灵活性，并加强合作以维护金融稳定，应对地缘政治风险、经济碎片化和贸易保护主义等挑战。
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中国人民银行行长潘功胜承诺深化与新兴经济体的合作，并帮助它们在全球金融治理中获得更大的发言权。他表示，中国将与海湾国家合作，促进货币稳定，扩大双边金融投资，并创建综合支付系统，同时还将合作推进数字货币和反洗钱工作。
中国长期以来一直寻求人民币国际化，减少对美元的依赖，并加强其金融自主权，以促进全球贸易和投资。在沙特阿拉伯举行的一次会议上，潘功胜还敦促新兴市场提高汇率灵活性，并加强合作以维护金融稳定，应对地缘政治风险、经济碎片化和贸易保护主义等挑战。
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Brazil’s Bolsonaro charged in coup plot that included plan to poison Lula
巴西检察长周二正式指控前总统博索纳罗试图发动政变，以阻止他在2022年大选失败后下台。该阴谋包括毒害他的继任者、现任总统卢拉，并杀害一名最高法院法官的计划。检察长保罗·戈内特称，博索纳罗和其他33人参与了一项旨在继续掌权的计划，该计划被称为“绿色和黄色匕首”，意在攻击国家机构，推翻权力体系和民主秩序。
起诉书长达272页，戈内特在其中写道，该计划是在总统府策划的，并得到了博索纳罗的同意。博索纳罗的辩护团队表示，他们对这些指控感到“沮丧和愤慨”，并在一份声明中补充说，这位前总统“从未同意任何旨在破坏民主法治或支撑它的机构的行动”。值得提到的是，博索纳罗经常穿着巴西标志性的黄绿色足球衫，这些颜色也与他的政治运动联系在一起。
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巴西检察长周二正式指控前总统博索纳罗试图发动政变，以阻止他在2022年大选失败后下台。该阴谋包括毒害他的继任者、现任总统卢拉，并杀害一名最高法院法官的计划。检察长保罗·戈内特称，博索纳罗和其他33人参与了一项旨在继续掌权的计划，该计划被称为“绿色和黄色匕首”，意在攻击国家机构，推翻权力体系和民主秩序。
起诉书长达272页，戈内特在其中写道，该计划是在总统府策划的，并得到了博索纳罗的同意。博索纳罗的辩护团队表示，他们对这些指控感到“沮丧和愤慨”，并在一份声明中补充说，这位前总统“从未同意任何旨在破坏民主法治或支撑它的机构的行动”。值得提到的是，博索纳罗经常穿着巴西标志性的黄绿色足球衫，这些颜色也与他的政治运动联系在一起。
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Quantum leaps? The good and bad news about the next big thing in computing
Google's new "Willow" chip, the central processor for its latest quantum computer, marks a significant advancement by demonstrating a clear advantage over conventional supercomputers in a specific mathematical task and achieving meaningful error correction. These accomplishments represent two long-sought goals in the field of quantum computing.
While all modern computers rely on quantum mechanics in their design and function, the term "quantum computer" typically refers to machines capable of utilizing superpositions of different logical states. This specialized use of quantum mechanics allows for computations that are fundamentally different from those performed by conventional computers.
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Google's new "Willow" chip, the central processor for its latest quantum computer, marks a significant advancement by demonstrating a clear advantage over conventional supercomputers in a specific mathematical task and achieving meaningful error correction. These accomplishments represent two long-sought goals in the field of quantum computing.
While all modern computers rely on quantum mechanics in their design and function, the term "quantum computer" typically refers to machines capable of utilizing superpositions of different logical states. This specialized use of quantum mechanics allows for computations that are fundamentally different from those performed by conventional computers.
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Canadian investigators recover black boxes from Toronto airport plane wreckage
Canadian investigators are analyzing the black boxes from a Delta Air Lines regional jet that crashed and flipped upside down while landing in Toronto, injuring 21 people. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada is leading the investigation to determine the cause of the accident.
The CRJ900 aircraft, operated by Delta's Endeavor Air subsidiary, experienced parts separating and a fire following the initial impact on the runway at Toronto’s Pearson Airport. The investigation team includes members from the US National Transportation Safety Board, Transport Canada, and the US Federal Aviation Administration. Authorities have stated that it is too early to determine the cause of the crash of Flight 4819, which had 80 people on board.
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Canadian investigators are analyzing the black boxes from a Delta Air Lines regional jet that crashed and flipped upside down while landing in Toronto, injuring 21 people. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada is leading the investigation to determine the cause of the accident.
The CRJ900 aircraft, operated by Delta's Endeavor Air subsidiary, experienced parts separating and a fire following the initial impact on the runway at Toronto’s Pearson Airport. The investigation team includes members from the US National Transportation Safety Board, Transport Canada, and the US Federal Aviation Administration. Authorities have stated that it is too early to determine the cause of the crash of Flight 4819, which had 80 people on board.
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Vietnam’s US$8 billion railway to China gets the go ahead
越南国会批准了一项耗资80亿美元的铁路项目，该项目将连接越南最大的北部港口城市海防与中国边境。此举旨在加强两国之间的联系，并促进贸易便利化。该决议在国会中以95%的支持率获得通过。
这条新的铁路线全长390公里，将途经包括首都河内在内的越南主要制造业中心，这些地区是三星、富士康和和硕等全球巨头的所在地，它们依赖于从中国稳定进口零部件。该项目预计耗资超过80亿美元，部分资金将由中国以贷款形式提供。
该铁路是越南“两廊一圈”倡议的一部分，该倡议旨在连接中国的“一带一路”全球基础设施项目。越南计划修建两条通往中国的铁路线，进一步加强与中国的经济联系。
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越南国会批准了一项耗资80亿美元的铁路项目，该项目将连接越南最大的北部港口城市海防与中国边境。此举旨在加强两国之间的联系，并促进贸易便利化。该决议在国会中以95%的支持率获得通过。
这条新的铁路线全长390公里，将途经包括首都河内在内的越南主要制造业中心，这些地区是三星、富士康和和硕等全球巨头的所在地，它们依赖于从中国稳定进口零部件。该项目预计耗资超过80亿美元，部分资金将由中国以贷款形式提供。
该铁路是越南“两廊一圈”倡议的一部分，该倡议旨在连接中国的“一带一路”全球基础设施项目。越南计划修建两条通往中国的铁路线，进一步加强与中国的经济联系。
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‘Gulf of America’ spat: Trump doubles down on barring AP from Oval Office, Air Force One
美国总统特朗普表示，将继续限制美联社进入白宫，直到该新闻机构遵守他将墨西哥湾更名为“美洲湾”的命令。特朗普政府已禁止美联社记者进入空军一号和椭圆形办公室，理由是该机构无视合法的名称变更。不过，美联社仍可进入白宫大院。
特朗普坚称“现在叫美洲湾，不再叫墨西哥湾了”，并声称美联社拒绝遵守法律。这是自上周白宫开始不允许美联社报道他的部分活动以来，总统本人首次对此事发表评论。周二，两名美联社记者被拒绝进入海湖庄园，他们只能通过电视直播观看特朗普的讲话，无法提问。
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美国总统特朗普表示，将继续限制美联社进入白宫，直到该新闻机构遵守他将墨西哥湾更名为“美洲湾”的命令。特朗普政府已禁止美联社记者进入空军一号和椭圆形办公室，理由是该机构无视合法的名称变更。不过，美联社仍可进入白宫大院。
特朗普坚称“现在叫美洲湾，不再叫墨西哥湾了”，并声称美联社拒绝遵守法律。这是自上周白宫开始不允许美联社报道他的部分活动以来，总统本人首次对此事发表评论。周二，两名美联社记者被拒绝进入海湖庄园，他们只能通过电视直播观看特朗普的讲话，无法提问。
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Hong Kong’s Democratic Party to hold press briefing as fate hangs in the balance
香港民主党，曾经是香港最大的反对派力量，近期将决定是否解散。该党将于周三上午举行新闻发布会，讨论对政府即将公布的最新预算的建议，预计领导层将被问及该党在解散猜测下的未来。
据消息人士透露，民主党最初受政府邀请就预算案提出意见，但几天前邀请被撤回。自2021年北京方面颁布选举改革，规定“只有爱国者”才能管治香港以来，该党在立法会和区议会中均无代表。民主党成立于1994年，数十年来一直是香港最大的反对党。2010年，该党曾与北京官员进行闭门谈判，并在香港政治改革的道路上达成妥协。
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香港民主党，曾经是香港最大的反对派力量，近期将决定是否解散。该党将于周三上午举行新闻发布会，讨论对政府即将公布的最新预算的建议，预计领导层将被问及该党在解散猜测下的未来。
据消息人士透露，民主党最初受政府邀请就预算案提出意见，但几天前邀请被撤回。自2021年北京方面颁布选举改革，规定“只有爱国者”才能管治香港以来，该党在立法会和区议会中均无代表。民主党成立于1994年，数十年来一直是香港最大的反对党。2010年，该党曾与北京官员进行闭门谈判，并在香港政治改革的道路上达成妥协。
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Former commerce chief Frederick Ma to head Hong Kong Trade Development Council
前商务及经济发展局局长、前香港铁路有限公司主席马时亨将接任香港贸易发展局主席。此任命正值香港积极寻求新的商业伙伴并实现市场多元化之际。现任主席林建岳将于5月卸任，转而领导香港旅游发展局。
林建岳将于4月开始同时领导贸发局和旅发局两个机构，直至马时亨在6月正式上任。此次人事调整被视为政府提振香港经济，尤其是在商贸和旅游领域，以及确保海外和本地商业机会的举措。马时亨曾任中国投资有限责任公司国际咨询委员会成员，该公司管理着价值1.35万亿美元的资产。
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前商务及经济发展局局长、前香港铁路有限公司主席马时亨将接任香港贸易发展局主席。此任命正值香港积极寻求新的商业伙伴并实现市场多元化之际。现任主席林建岳将于5月卸任，转而领导香港旅游发展局。
林建岳将于4月开始同时领导贸发局和旅发局两个机构，直至马时亨在6月正式上任。此次人事调整被视为政府提振香港经济，尤其是在商贸和旅游领域，以及确保海外和本地商业机会的举措。马时亨曾任中国投资有限责任公司国际咨询委员会成员，该公司管理着价值1.35万亿美元的资产。
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US Senate confirms Howard Lutnick as commerce secretary
美国参议院投票确认华尔街亿万富翁霍华德·鲁特尼克为商务部长。 鲁特尼克是金融服务公司Cantor Fitzgerald的首席执行官，也是特朗普的亲密盟友，一直支持对美国进口商品征收关税。此举是特朗普政府推行“美国优先”贸易政策的关键一步，该政策将关税作为重要的谈判工具。
特朗普政府一直威胁要对美国的盟友和竞争对手征收广泛的关税，希望不仅通过关税来增加收入，还能以此向其他国家施压，使其按照美国优先事项行事。鲁特尼克将领导商务部，该部门负责倡导美国商业利益，并监督限制某些技术（包括半导体）出口到中国和俄罗斯等对手的机构。
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美国参议院投票确认华尔街亿万富翁霍华德·鲁特尼克为商务部长。 鲁特尼克是金融服务公司Cantor Fitzgerald的首席执行官，也是特朗普的亲密盟友，一直支持对美国进口商品征收关税。此举是特朗普政府推行“美国优先”贸易政策的关键一步，该政策将关税作为重要的谈判工具。
特朗普政府一直威胁要对美国的盟友和竞争对手征收广泛的关税，希望不仅通过关税来增加收入，还能以此向其他国家施压，使其按照美国优先事项行事。鲁特尼克将领导商务部，该部门负责倡导美国商业利益，并监督限制某些技术（包括半导体）出口到中国和俄罗斯等对手的机构。
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India sees record surge in stomach bug outbreaks
India experienced a record surge in acute diarrheal disease outbreaks in 2023, reaching the highest level since 2009, with over 1,000 outbreaks reported by December 22. The country also saw a significant increase in food poisoning outbreaks, exceeding 300 cases, the highest since 2019, highlighting potential public health risks associated with contaminated food and water sources.
While stomach-related illnesses are common in India, the reasons for this exceptional surge remain unclear. This resurgence aligns with a global trend of increasing infectious diseases following the Covid-19 pandemic, potentially influenced by factors such as climate change, social inequality, and healthcare access. A previous analysis indicated that numerous governments have reported infectious disease resurgences significantly exceeding pre-pandemic levels.
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India experienced a record surge in acute diarrheal disease outbreaks in 2023, reaching the highest level since 2009, with over 1,000 outbreaks reported by December 22. The country also saw a significant increase in food poisoning outbreaks, exceeding 300 cases, the highest since 2019, highlighting potential public health risks associated with contaminated food and water sources.
While stomach-related illnesses are common in India, the reasons for this exceptional surge remain unclear. This resurgence aligns with a global trend of increasing infectious diseases following the Covid-19 pandemic, potentially influenced by factors such as climate change, social inequality, and healthcare access. A previous analysis indicated that numerous governments have reported infectious disease resurgences significantly exceeding pre-pandemic levels.
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Roche goes beyond diagnostics innovation and builds partnerships for proactive healthcare
The healthcare industry is shifting towards proactive health systems that prioritize early diagnostics and preventive care. This change is driven by the need to address the strains of an aging population and the growing volume of healthcare knowledge, which now doubles every 73 days. Early detection and proactive testing enable individuals to stay healthy longer and allow for more efficient and affordable treatment of potential health issues.
Roche Diagnostics Asia Pacific emphasizes the importance of upskilling medical professionals, increasing the availability of cutting-edge technologies, and changing attitudes towards preventive care. Roche is expanding into areas like neurology, focusing on early detection of diseases like Alzheimer's to improve patient care and management, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region where dementia cases are expected to rise significantly. They are developing more accessible blood-based biomarkers to facilitate easier testing and detection of diseases.
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The healthcare industry is shifting towards proactive health systems that prioritize early diagnostics and preventive care. This change is driven by the need to address the strains of an aging population and the growing volume of healthcare knowledge, which now doubles every 73 days. Early detection and proactive testing enable individuals to stay healthy longer and allow for more efficient and affordable treatment of potential health issues.
Roche Diagnostics Asia Pacific emphasizes the importance of upskilling medical professionals, increasing the availability of cutting-edge technologies, and changing attitudes towards preventive care. Roche is expanding into areas like neurology, focusing on early detection of diseases like Alzheimer's to improve patient care and management, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region where dementia cases are expected to rise significantly. They are developing more accessible blood-based biomarkers to facilitate easier testing and detection of diseases.
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Japanese father who spent decades searching for daughter abducted by North Korea dies at 96
Akihiro Arimoto, a Japanese man who dedicated decades to searching for his daughter Keiko, abducted by North Korean agents in 1988, has died at the age of 96. Arimoto tirelessly sought information about his daughter, who was kidnapped while studying in Europe at age 23, until his death from natural causes on Saturday. He and his wife became central figures in the movement to bring back Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea.
Arimoto and his wife, Kayoko, who passed away in 2020, played a vital role in establishing a support group for families of abductees in 1997. His dedication to the cause led him to meet with former US Presidents Donald Trump and Joe Biden during their visits to Japan in 2017 and 2022, respectively, highlighting the international concern surrounding the issue of North Korean abductions.
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Akihiro Arimoto, a Japanese man who dedicated decades to searching for his daughter Keiko, abducted by North Korean agents in 1988, has died at the age of 96. Arimoto tirelessly sought information about his daughter, who was kidnapped while studying in Europe at age 23, until his death from natural causes on Saturday. He and his wife became central figures in the movement to bring back Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea.
Arimoto and his wife, Kayoko, who passed away in 2020, played a vital role in establishing a support group for families of abductees in 1997. His dedication to the cause led him to meet with former US Presidents Donald Trump and Joe Biden during their visits to Japan in 2017 and 2022, respectively, highlighting the international concern surrounding the issue of North Korean abductions.
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Like Harbin, Hong Kong should focus on what makes it unique
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee's recent visit to Harbin highlighted the city's success in integrating sports and cultural tourism, particularly its renowned ice and snow activities. Lee lauded Harbin's approach as an inspiration for Hong Kong, which is seeking to boost its own tourism through mega-events.
However, Harbin's appeal extends beyond hosting events like the Asian Winter Games. Its "Ice City" reputation is deeply rooted in its local culture and history, exemplified by the annual Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival, which dates back to the 1960s. This suggests that Hong Kong should focus on cultivating its own unique qualities and attractions, rather than solely relying on mega-events to draw tourists. Many Chinese cities, including Harbin with its Russian architectural legacy, have successfully built strong local identities to attract visitors.
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Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee's recent visit to Harbin highlighted the city's success in integrating sports and cultural tourism, particularly its renowned ice and snow activities. Lee lauded Harbin's approach as an inspiration for Hong Kong, which is seeking to boost its own tourism through mega-events.
However, Harbin's appeal extends beyond hosting events like the Asian Winter Games. Its "Ice City" reputation is deeply rooted in its local culture and history, exemplified by the annual Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival, which dates back to the 1960s. This suggests that Hong Kong should focus on cultivating its own unique qualities and attractions, rather than solely relying on mega-events to draw tourists. Many Chinese cities, including Harbin with its Russian architectural legacy, have successfully built strong local identities to attract visitors.
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Tokenisation a ‘defining trend’ for Web3 in Hong Kong as city hosts major Consensus event
香港正加大力度关注代币化和稳定币，以支持其Web3产业发展。在大型国际区块链会议召开前夕，香港财政司司长表示，此举旨在加强香港在虚拟资产领域的竞争力，尤其是在美国竞争日益激烈的情况下。
财政司司长许正宇在Consensus Hong Kong 2025会议上发表主旨演讲时指出，代币化是“具有决定性意义的趋势”和“具有深刻变革意义”的发展，可能会重塑传统金融市场。自香港证监会于2023年11月发布关于代币化投资产品的通告后，香港公司纷纷涌入这一领域，宣传代币化产品的灵活性和可访问性。例如，汇丰银行去年3月推出了面向香港零售客户的代币化黄金产品HSBC Gold Token。
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香港正加大力度关注代币化和稳定币，以支持其Web3产业发展。在大型国际区块链会议召开前夕，香港财政司司长表示，此举旨在加强香港在虚拟资产领域的竞争力，尤其是在美国竞争日益激烈的情况下。
财政司司长许正宇在Consensus Hong Kong 2025会议上发表主旨演讲时指出，代币化是“具有决定性意义的趋势”和“具有深刻变革意义”的发展，可能会重塑传统金融市场。自香港证监会于2023年11月发布关于代币化投资产品的通告后，香港公司纷纷涌入这一领域，宣传代币化产品的灵活性和可访问性。例如，汇丰银行去年3月推出了面向香港零售客户的代币化黄金产品HSBC Gold Token。
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South China Sea: Beijing resources ministry gauges depth of new Vietnamese port on reef
越南通过一项为期三年的陆地改造项目，显著扩大了其在巴克加拿大礁的存在，该项目使得大型军舰能够驶入港口。中国自然资源部的研究表明，越南在南海的这一行动正在改变该地区的战略格局。
该研究结合了美国国家航空航天局ICESat-2卫星的激光测量数据和欧盟Sentinel-2的光学数据，以前所未有的精度绘制了水下变化图。研究显示，越南疏浚了一条299米宽、平均深度11.37米的航道，直通巴克加拿大礁西端的战略港口，足以容纳中国最大的055型驱逐舰等大型军舰。此外，从2022年到2024年，该礁的陆地面积扩大了十倍，达到1.94平方公里，混凝土覆盖了珊瑚礁。
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越南通过一项为期三年的陆地改造项目，显著扩大了其在巴克加拿大礁的存在，该项目使得大型军舰能够驶入港口。中国自然资源部的研究表明，越南在南海的这一行动正在改变该地区的战略格局。
该研究结合了美国国家航空航天局ICESat-2卫星的激光测量数据和欧盟Sentinel-2的光学数据，以前所未有的精度绘制了水下变化图。研究显示，越南疏浚了一条299米宽、平均深度11.37米的航道，直通巴克加拿大礁西端的战略港口，足以容纳中国最大的055型驱逐舰等大型军舰。此外，从2022年到2024年，该礁的陆地面积扩大了十倍，达到1.94平方公里，混凝土覆盖了珊瑚礁。
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Woman in China fears hotel hidden cameras, creates makeshift tent to shield bed
中国一位女士发明了一种巧妙的方法，使用绳子和一大块布在酒店的床上搭建帐篷，旨在保护自己免受潜在的隐藏摄像头监视。 她的创新方法引发了人们对酒店隐私问题的讨论。
这位姓邓的女士来自河南洛阳，她分享了一段视频，展示了如何搭建一个临时的帐篷来保护她的酒店房间床铺。她表示，自己阅读了很多关于酒店客人被间谍相机监视的报道，这让她深感担忧。她最初的想法是购买一个帐篷放在床上，但由于帐篷价格昂贵且空间有限，她放弃了这个想法。
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中国一位女士发明了一种巧妙的方法，使用绳子和一大块布在酒店的床上搭建帐篷，旨在保护自己免受潜在的隐藏摄像头监视。 她的创新方法引发了人们对酒店隐私问题的讨论。
这位姓邓的女士来自河南洛阳，她分享了一段视频，展示了如何搭建一个临时的帐篷来保护她的酒店房间床铺。她表示，自己阅读了很多关于酒店客人被间谍相机监视的报道，这让她深感担忧。她最初的想法是购买一个帐篷放在床上，但由于帐篷价格昂贵且空间有限，她放弃了这个想法。
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DBS, HSBC have best-performing mobile banking apps in Asia, according to a new report
Hong Kong and Singapore boast the best-performing mobile banking apps in Asia, according to a global study by Sia. However, the report indicates that these apps still lag behind some Western counterparts in seamlessly integrating services from external partners.
The study, which assessed 140 apps across 22 markets using 95 criteria, ranked DBS Bank's Singapore app as the best in Asia (11th globally), followed by HSBC's Hong Kong app and mainland China's Ping An Pocket Bank (tied at 16th globally). While traditional banks like DBS and HSBC excel in functionality due to their extensive banking experience, digital lenders such as Hong Kong’s Mox Bank and Trust Bank Singapore, though strong in user experience, still need to catch up on functionality.
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Hong Kong and Singapore boast the best-performing mobile banking apps in Asia, according to a global study by Sia. However, the report indicates that these apps still lag behind some Western counterparts in seamlessly integrating services from external partners.
The study, which assessed 140 apps across 22 markets using 95 criteria, ranked DBS Bank's Singapore app as the best in Asia (11th globally), followed by HSBC's Hong Kong app and mainland China's Ping An Pocket Bank (tied at 16th globally). While traditional banks like DBS and HSBC excel in functionality due to their extensive banking experience, digital lenders such as Hong Kong’s Mox Bank and Trust Bank Singapore, though strong in user experience, still need to catch up on functionality.
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Trump’s eldest son says US should avoid ‘poking the dragon’ in China-focused commentary
小唐纳德·特朗普呼吁在对华政策上避免“不必要地戳龙的眼睛”，并敦促共和党议员支持其父提名的五角大楼政策主管人选 Elbridge Colby。他强调，对华政策应服务于“美国优先”战略，通过力量平衡避免战争，从而最大化美国人民的利益。
Colby 曾在特朗普政府时期在五角大楼任职，主张加强军事威慑以防止未来冲突，特别是与中国的冲突。尽管特朗普的其他提名人选已获确认或正在等待参议院批准，但 Colby 的确认听证会尚未安排，部分原因是共和党议员反对他减少在中东的参与，转而专注于应对中国威胁的主张。小特朗普认为，反对者是“意识形态外交政策的俘虏”，并表示支持 Colby 符合美国的最佳利益。
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小唐纳德·特朗普呼吁在对华政策上避免“不必要地戳龙的眼睛”，并敦促共和党议员支持其父提名的五角大楼政策主管人选 Elbridge Colby。他强调，对华政策应服务于“美国优先”战略，通过力量平衡避免战争，从而最大化美国人民的利益。
Colby 曾在特朗普政府时期在五角大楼任职，主张加强军事威慑以防止未来冲突，特别是与中国的冲突。尽管特朗普的其他提名人选已获确认或正在等待参议院批准，但 Colby 的确认听证会尚未安排，部分原因是共和党议员反对他减少在中东的参与，转而专注于应对中国威胁的主张。小特朗普认为，反对者是“意识形态外交政策的俘虏”，并表示支持 Colby 符合美国的最佳利益。
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Hong Kong plan for recycling beverage containers draws criticism
香港计划推出一项全市性的饮料容器回收计划，每个容器最低返利 10 港币（约 1.3 美分），但由于实施时间不明确以及经济激励不足，该计划受到了环保人士和公众的批评。该计划由环境及生态局公布，要求饮料供应商自行安排回收，或聘请注册运营商来达到政府制定的饮料容器回收目标，容器容量从 100 毫升到 2 升不等。
为了鼓励公众参与容器回收，政府初步提议所有指定的回收点必须为每个塑料饮料容器和饮料纸盒提供至少 0.1 港币的返利。大型零售商店必须设立回收点，同时政府计划在合适的地点设立收集设施。政府计划在今年第二季度对相关条例进行修订，预计几年后实施。目标是在实施后六到八年内回收 75% 的塑料饮料容器和一半的饮料纸盒。修订旨在为生产者责任计划建立一个共同的立法框架，第一阶段涵盖塑料饮料容器和饮料纸盒，之后将涵盖电动汽车电池、车辆轮胎和铅酸电池。
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香港计划推出一项全市性的饮料容器回收计划，每个容器最低返利 10 港币（约 1.3 美分），但由于实施时间不明确以及经济激励不足，该计划受到了环保人士和公众的批评。该计划由环境及生态局公布，要求饮料供应商自行安排回收，或聘请注册运营商来达到政府制定的饮料容器回收目标，容器容量从 100 毫升到 2 升不等。
为了鼓励公众参与容器回收，政府初步提议所有指定的回收点必须为每个塑料饮料容器和饮料纸盒提供至少 0.1 港币的返利。大型零售商店必须设立回收点，同时政府计划在合适的地点设立收集设施。政府计划在今年第二季度对相关条例进行修订，预计几年后实施。目标是在实施后六到八年内回收 75% 的塑料饮料容器和一半的饮料纸盒。修订旨在为生产者责任计划建立一个共同的立法框架，第一阶段涵盖塑料饮料容器和饮料纸盒，之后将涵盖电动汽车电池、车辆轮胎和铅酸电池。
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