Thread: The View, from China

Originally Posted by harrybarracuda

Yes but

There is no "but".

No source of your allegation then.

Originally Posted by OhOh

the published legal opinion confirming your a text

No source of your allegation then.

PCA case number 2013–19.

In which China was told to fuck off.

And it's a permanent legal decision, whatever you or your chinky paymasters think.

Originally Posted by OhOh

Unless you have an actual case number to support your post, once again I shall assume you are posting your normal bullshit.

I gave you the case number you witless fuck.

China's claims to historic rights, or other sovereign rights or jurisdiction, with respect to the maritime areas of the South China Sea encompassed by the relevant part of the 'nine-dash line' are contrary to the Convention and without lawful effect to the extent that they exceed the geographic and substantive limits of China's maritime entitlements under the Convention. The Convention superseded any historic rights or other sovereign rights or jurisdiction in excess of the limits imposed therein.

Which is a long winded way of saying "Fuck off you chinky parasites".

Originally Posted by harrybarracuda

I gave you the case number

This which is what you posted, is a a case that has nothing to do with 台湾海峡/Straits of Taiwan.

Originally Posted by harrybarracuda

PCA case number 2013–19

Originally Posted by OhOh

This which is what you posted, is a a case that has nothing to do with 台湾海峡/Straits of Taiwan.

No-one gives a fuck what the chinkies think of the Taiwan Strait, it's international waters and they can go and fuck themselves.

New Zealand PM to boost cooperation, promote ties in first China visit

Wellington 'sets good example' for West in maintaining autonomy, keeping balance

By Fan Anqi and Ma Jingjing

Published: Jun 25, 2023 10:04 PM

"New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins, bringing a business delegation of 29 representatives from various fields, is making his first trip to China starting from Sunday, with a dual focus to boost the country's economy and promote ties with its largest trading partner.

In the increasingly complex international situation and with the Biden administration accelerating its alliance-building, New Zealand has set a good example for Western countries of how to balance its relations with both China and the US, and maintain strategic autonomy, experts said.

According to the Xinhua News Agency, Hipkins is paying an official visit to China from June 25 to 30, and will attend the 14th Annual Meeting of the New Champions, also known as the Summer Davos Forum, in Tianjin at the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang.

Hipkins is accompanied by 29 delegates, representing a wide range of export sectors including tourism and education, said the New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE), the country's international business development agency.

"In the past, many may think that New Zealand, as a relatively small country, lacked diplomatic autonomy, but in fact it has more say in various aspects including economy and national defense, even more than its neighboring country Australia," Chen Hong, director of the New Zealand Studies Center at East China Normal University, told the Global Times on Sunday.

Grasping a major chance as the world enters the post-pandemic era, New Zealand has been able to exclude all kinds of pressures and influences to strengthen its relationship with China, setting a good example for other US allies of balancing well between its own interests in cooperating with China and its relations with Western countries, Chen said.

China-New Zealand relations have maintained positive development over the past decades, with New Zealand making many "firsts" with China, for example, the first Western country to support China's accession to the WTO and the first country to sign a free trade agreement with China, Shen Shishun, an Asia-Pacific affairs expert at the China Institute of International Studies, told the Global Times on Sunday.

Against the backdrop of growing protectionism and unilateralism, Hipkins' first visit to China underscores the importance the New Zealand government attaches to its major trading partner, Shen said.

The economic and trade cooperation between China and New Zealand is complementary and has served as a ballast stone for bilateral relations, Shen said. China has reportedly been New Zealand's largest trading partner for years, accounting for around 30 percent of New Zealand's exports of goods and services, according to the website of the Chinese Embassy in New Zealand.

During Hipkins' visit, the two countries may strive to seek in-depth cooperation in more fields in addition to trade, tourism and education, Shen said, suggesting that the two sides continue to uphold multilateralism and win-win cooperation to deepen their friendly cooperation.

Chen believes that another focus for Hipkins' visit is to boost its tourism industry. As an important pillar for New Zealand's economic development, the tourism sector has always seen Chinese visitors as a strong driving force, and it is eagerly looking forward to welcoming Chinese tourists back to New Zealand in the post-pandemic era.

In addition, Hipkins is believed to wish to attract more Chinese students to New Zealand universities through this tour, Chen said, as most universities in the country have high rankings in the world and are known for their multicultural environment.

Hipkins said prior to his visit that China is a "critical part of our economic recovery," as China represents nearly one-quarter of all New Zealand's exports, was our second largest source of tourists pre-COVID and is a significant source of international students, according to a release on the website of the New Zealand government.

"The export of traditional goods like dairy, meat and wood to China remain important, but it's critical we also throw our support behind emerging sectors such as gaming and health and wellness," he said, read the government release.

"The first visit of a New Zealand prime minister to China since 2019 is a symbol of the strength of the relationship between the two countries in the post-pandemic era," Teh-han Chow, Greater China CEO, Fonterra Co-operative Group, told the Global Times on Sunday.

As a New Zealand company with thriving business operations in China, Fonterra is eagerly anticipating the Hipkins' visit, and believes that the visit will positively impact the bilateral relationship between the two countries, Chow said."

New Zealand PM to boost cooperation, promote ties in first China visit - Global Times

Bloody Kiwis, eh ?

Arrogant farangs.

The new PM has only been PM for a rew months. Too early for regime change?

Never, for some.

Originally Posted by helge

Bloody Kiwis, eh ?

Yes, dirty fucking brown nosers I say.

The foreign relations law puts China's attitude on the table: Global Times editorial

By Global Times

Published: Jun 30, 2023 12:25 AM Updated: Jun 30, 2023 12:12 AM

"The Law on Foreign Relations of the People's Republic of China will come into effect on July 1. It is the first comprehensive foreign relations law in the country since the establishment of the People's Republic of China. It sets out the guiding principles, fundamental positions, and institutional framework of China's foreign work and provides a general regulation for the development of China's foreign relations. China is the first major country to have a foreign relations law, highlighting its distinctive Chinese characteristics. As China increasingly moves closer to the center stage of the world, it has become more necessary to establish a comprehensive legislation in the field of foreign relations. This legislation is not merely a short-term response to external challenges, but is a masterpiece focusing on the development of China's relationship with the world.

Those who have a sincere and positive mindset will find positive aspects in this foreign relations law, including China's development outlook, security concept, concept of civilization, as well as the systematic idea of building a community with a shared future for mankind. The law conveys China's determination to pursue a path of peaceful development, promote the building of a new type of international relations, and construct a community with a shared future for mankind. China advocates for the peaceful resolution of international disputes, opposes the use or threat of force in international relations, and rejects hegemonism and power politics. These principles not only represent China's diplomatic attitude but also serve as solemn legal declarations and practices.

The promulgation of the foreign relations law by China signifies self-improvement under new circumstances and international environments, as well as a transcendence of the old paradigm. Through a complete law, China confirms the peaceful nature of its development and diplomacy, its opposition to hegemonism and power politics, and its openness. No other country has done this before. It is the strongest refutation of the "China threat" theory propagated by the US and the West. China, which breaks the logic of "a strong country is bound to seek hegemony," is setting up a new model of human interaction and has global significance. The stronger China becomes, the greater its contribution to world peace and stability is. As long as countries seek normal relations with China, they will easily perceive China's goodwill and sense of responsibility as a major power from the foreign relations law.

At the same time, this law provides valuable stability to the current global governance system, which is affected by the counter-globalization trend and regional conflicts. For instance, the law explicitly states that the country has the obligation to fulfill treaties and agreements in good faith and clarifies that the country will takes steps to implement sanction resolutions and relevant measures with binding force adopted by the United Nations Security Council in accordance with Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations. It can be said that foreign relations law provides an answer from China on how to properly handle the relationship between domestic law and international law. That is to firmly uphold the UN-centered international system and the international order based on international law, thus steadfastly defending international fairness and justice.

Some Western media and public opinion in the US felt nervous about China's foreign relations law and even attempted to discredit it immediately. This reaction is not surprising. Firstly, it is a projection of the US' long-standing history of abusing legal actions. For decades, Washington has repeatedly trampled on international law and norms through the use of "long-arm jurisdiction" under domestic law, imposing illegal unilateral sanctions or intimidation on other countries, causing significant harm to many countries. Now that they see China has enacted such a law, they naturally and subconsciously worry about whether China will use the same means to "retaliate" against the US. In plain terms, this is their habitual double standard and a manifestation of their guilty conscience due to their extensive history of wrongdoing.

Of course, the enactment of China's foreign relations law has a background, which is the increasingly unreasonable suppression of China by the US. Traditionally, China is a country that values harmony and is reluctant to resort to countermeasures. Now, the foreign relations law further demonstrates China's determination to safeguard national sovereignty security, and development interests in a legal form. In this sense, the foreign relations law has teeth. Anyone who deals with China with malicious intent and attempts to infringe upon China's legitimate rights and interests will definitely feel the pain. This point is also very clear.

In international exchanges, law is an indispensable and important part. It is also a reflection of a country's original intention and attitude in dealing with foreign affairs. To some extent, the promulgation and implementation of the foreign relations law demonstrate and strengthen China's strategic transparency. China's diplomacy is open and aboveboard. We hope to be friends with everyone, but we will not tolerate actions that harm China's interest. Whether it is what we support or oppose, we put it on the table. Shouldn't such a great country be trustworthy, lovable, and respectable"

The foreign relations law puts China's attitude on the table: Global Times editorial - Global Times

Italy cherishes ties with China; win-win BRI cooperation ‘should not be disrupted by US pressure’

By Yang Sheng

Published: Jun 29, 2023 09:12 PM

"Italy cherishes its ties with China, as the prime minister of the country has tried to preserve friendly and cooperative relations with China while bilateral cooperation under the framework of Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is being disrupted by US pressure. Chinese analysts said on Thursday that the BRI deal benefits both sides, and there is still time for the two countries to find a solution that withstands external impacts.

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni told Italian lawmakers on Wednesday that Italy can have excellent relations with China even without being part of a strategic pact, according to Bloomberg on Thursday. "There are ongoing evaluations," she said, referring to Italy's role in the China-proposed BRI. "The issue must be handled carefully and respectfully, and also involve parliament."

The remarks came one day after a delegation led by Liu Jianchao, head of the International Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee (IDCPC), completed a visit to Italy from Sunday to Tuesday, during which the two sides agreed to enhance cooperation.

According to the website of the IDCPC, in a dialogue event with representatives of the Italian business circle, Liu said, "It is a correct decision for China and Italy to sign the Belt and Road cooperation memorandum of understanding. It not only focuses on the present, but also looks to the future."

Meloni is considering reversing a previous government's decision to join the BRI pact with China, Bloomberg reported last month. Italy signed onto the pact in 2019 when Giuseppe Conte was prime minister, but like many other countries in Europe, Bloomberg's report said, "Italy has been caught between escalating tensions between Washington and Beijing."

Wang Yiwei, director of the Institute of International Affairs at the Renmin University of China, told the Global Times on Thursday that "Italy is facing a dilemma on preserving friendly and win-win relations with China due to pressure from the US and the impact caused by internal political struggles and populism."

Cui Hongjian, director of the Department of European Studies at the China Institute of International Studies, told the Global Times on Thursday that unlike Conte's government, which was ruled by a non-mainstream political party that was able to withstand US pressure, the Meloni administration is finding it hard to withstand Washington's influence.

Italy is the first and only G7 member that signed a memorandum of understanding with China to jointly advance the construction of the Belt and Road in March 2019, the Xinhua News Agency reported. Since then, Rome has come under great pressure from the US and the EU, and due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, some forces within Italy find that the BRI cooperation is not as beneficial as they expected, so all of these are factors making Meloni and her government consider not renewing the BRI pact, experts said.

"However, Italy highly treasures and cherishes its ties with China, and Rome doesn't want to anger and offend it, because this could make it lose significant benefits from cooperation with China. Now, Meloni wants to manage and minimize the costs of withdrawing from the BRI pact," Cui noted.

In fact, Italy has greatly benefited from the BRI pact, as it ensures investment from China, while trade has also been promoted, and since the world is entering a new stage of recovery after the pandemic, both Italy and China need to insist on existing cooperation and find new measures to activate new potential rather than pull out from the hard-won deal, Chinese analysts pointed out.

In an interview with the Italian media outlet Il Messaggero in late May, Meloni said it was too early to anticipate the outcome of Italy's decision on whether to remain part of the project, which it signed in 2019.

"Our assessment is very delicate and touches upon many interests," said Meloni. The pact expires in March 2024 and will automatically be renewed unless one side informs the other that it is pulling out, giving at least three months' notice.

Wang said there is still time for both sides to communicate and find a solution for the future, and "we hope Italy can be cautious in handling the case that benefits both sides, and withstand disruptions, whether it is from the US or internal populism."

The BRI is a project involving all countries along the routes and many enterprises will benefit from it, Paolo Borzatta, a board member of the Italy-based consultancy European House - Ambrosetti, said at a sub-forum of the Boao Forum for Asia annual conference in March, Xinhua reported.

The BRI is not only an initiative from China or a project by the Chinese government, but also a project of all countries along the route, Borzatta said, adding that he believes the BRI represents the future of the world.

Cui said this year marks the 10th anniversary of the proposal of the BRI, so some Western media are trying to exaggerate Italy's dilemma over the issue to badmouth the China-proposed initiative that has been welcomed worldwide, "and even if Italy eventually decides to pull out, it would be a pity but it's not a big deal for the whole BRI program, which has connected many countries worldwide. China will respect Italy on its own decision and China will also keep in touch with Italy to find a feasible solution."

During the visit to Italy, Liu Jianchao held separate meetings with Italian Senate President Ignazio La Russa, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani, former Prime Minister Massimo D'Alema, the Democratic Party's Secretary Elly Schlein, and President of the Italy China Council Foundation Mario Boselli. Liu also met and exchanged views with Italy's Parliamentary Association "Friends of China" as well as people from all walks of life.

The two sides agreed that as strategic partners, China and Italy should further strengthen exchanges between political parties, governments, legislatures, business communities, think tanks and local authorities, as well as people-to-people exchanges, and they should also deepen practical cooperation in economy, trade and investment, green transformation, agriculture and tourism, and strengthen exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations, so as to push for greater development of China-Italy and China-Europe relations.

"It is hoped that entrepreneurs from China and Italy will strengthen their confidence, continue to develop, cooperate for win-win results, and jointly write a new chapter of China-Italy mutually beneficial cooperation, so as to promote the steady and long-term development of China-Italy comprehensive strategic partnership," Liu said."

Italy cherishes ties with China; win-win BRI cooperation ‘should not be disrupted by US pressure’ - Global Times

Originally Posted by OhOh

The foreign relations law puts China's attitude on the table: Global Times editorial

No-one outside chinkystan gives a fuck what chinkystan legislates.

They're just a bunch of fucking parasites.

Originally Posted by OhOh

Italy cherishes ties with China; win-win BRI cooperation ‘should not be disrupted by US pressure’

That's because Italy is a corrupt shithole full of lazy communists who probably see the opportunity to trouser a few euros with a bit of Kiwi-style brown nosing.

Originally Posted by harrybarracuda

That's because Italy is a corrupt shithole full of lazy communists who probably see the opportunity to trouser a few euros with a bit of Kiwi-style brown nosing.

In the analyzing state of mind today ?

Originally Posted by helge

In the analyzing state of mind today ?

Didn't you do history at school then?

Nah

History was the present back then

Originally Posted by S Landreth

U.S. citizens could also be detained or deported for sending private messages critical of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), Hong Kong SAR or Macau SAR governments, the advisory notes.

I'm off to HK and Macau soon. If I drop off the radar, assume the worst.

Originally Posted by Shutree

I'm off to HK and Macau soon. If I drop off the radar, assume the worst.

I think the chinky bullies have other people to harrass.

Wankers that they are.

UK vows to defend exiled Hong Kong activists after arrest warrants issued | Politics News | Sky News

Originally Posted by Shutree

I'm off to HK and Macau soon. If I drop off the radar, assume the worst.

Braver than me

I wouldn’t take a phone or a laptop while visiting,..if I had to visit.

Politics 08:45, 04-Jul-2023


Iran hails admission to SCO as 'positive development'

CGTN

"Iran said on Monday that its upcoming admission to the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) as a full member state will promote regionalism and facilitate the economic development of other member states.

At a weekly press conference held in the Iranian capital of Tehran, Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani hailed Iran's SCO membership, which is expected to be approved at the 23rd meeting of the SCO Council of Heads of State on July 4, as a "positive development" for the organization.

The development is in the interests of both Iran and other SCO member states, he said, adding Iran's admission to the SCO will increase the influence of the SCO as an important regional organization whose member states include strong economies.

Kanaani stressed that Iran's SCO membership will promote trade cooperation and improve "constructive relations" among SCO member states.

The decision to start admitting Iran as a full member of the organization was announced at the 21st meeting of the SCO Council of Heads of State, which was held in the Tajik capital of Dushanbe in September 2021.

In November 2022, the Iranian parliament approved a bill on the country's SCO membership by an overwhelming majority."

Iran hails admission to SCO as 'positive development' - CGTN

Hoohoo seems to think there is something special about Iran sucking up to the chinkies.

He doesn't seem to understand much.

In November 2022, the Iranian parliament approved a bill

Yes, well since the mad mullahs basically pick them and attack anyone who disagrees, I think we don't need to give much of toss about that.