Chinese factories in Mexico on thin ice, Xi-Biden talks and the surprise tiny EV hit: 7 reads about US-China relations

We have selected seven of the biggest and most important news stories covering US-China relations from the past few weeks. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Chinese manufacturers in Mexico tread on thin ice amid threat of US barriers Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen “Keep a low profile.” Such … Read more

China finds foreign support for Xinjiang policies as region seeks to boost economic ties

The event coincided with Eid ul-Fitr, the Muslim festival that marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. Xinjiang is home to 25.85 million people, 14.93 million of whom are members of ethnic minority groups, including the Muslim Uygurs and Kazakhs. EU sees 200% surge in Xinjiang imports despite human rights concerns Beijing has … Read more

Ex-general linked to abuses claims Indonesia electoral win

By Niniek Karmini and Edna Tarigan | Associated Press JAKARTA, Indonesia — A former general linked to past human rights abuses claimed victory Wednesday in Indonesia’s presidential election, a result that would raise questions about the commitment to democratic values in the sprawling island nation that is the world’s third-largest democracy. Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto, … Read more