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China: Country in East Asia
China, officially the People's Republic of China (PRC), is a country in East Asia. With a population exceeding 1.4 billion, it is the world's second-most populous country. China spans the equivalent of five time zones and borders fourteen countries by land. With an area of nearly 9.6 million square kilometers (3,700,000 sq mi), it is the third-largest country by total land area. The country is divided into 33 province-level divisions, inclusive of 22 provinces, five autonomous regions, four municipalities, and two semi-autonomous special administrative regions. Beijing is the national capital, while Shanghai is its most populous city and largest financial center.

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Highway collapse in southern China kills at least 36 people [Video]

Highway collapse in southern China kills at least 36 people

The ground beneath the highway appeared to have caved in, along with the section of the road above it.

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China launches historic Chang'e-6 moon mission, Paris police crackdown on protesters | Oneindia [Video]

China launches historic Chang'e-6 moon mission, Paris police crackdown on protesters | Oneindia

Welcome to another episode of International News Wrap, your go-to source for global updates, presented exclusively by OneIndia. In today's edition, we bring you a wide range of stories, from the..

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Biden’s Comment on India-Japan Triggers Controversy, White House Clarifies Remark | Oneindia News [Video]

Biden’s Comment on India-Japan Triggers Controversy, White House Clarifies Remark | Oneindia News

The White House defended President Biden's comments on 'xenophobia' regarding India, China, and Japan, stressing the positive role of immigrants in the US. Biden's remarks, made at a Democratic Party..

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China launches first probe to collect samples from far side of Moon [Video]

China launches first probe to collect samples from far side of Moon

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China and the West: How Russia is producing weapons despite sanctions [Video]

China and the West: How Russia is producing weapons despite sanctions

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Guangdong: South China Highway Collapse Toll Rises to 48 | Impact of Extreme Weather | Oneindia News [Video]

Guangdong: South China Highway Collapse Toll Rises to 48 | Impact of Extreme Weather | Oneindia News

Stay informed on the latest developments as the death toll climbs to 48 in the South China highway collapse. Explore the impact of extreme weather events on Guangdong, a densely populated industrial..

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Highway Collapses in Guangdong, China Due to Heavy Rains and Floods, 19 Lives Lost | Oneindia News [Video]

Highway Collapses in Guangdong, China Due to Heavy Rains and Floods, 19 Lives Lost | Oneindia News

In China's southern Guangdong province, heavy rains led to a highway collapse, resulting in the deaths of 19 individuals. The incident highlights the dangers posed by extreme weather events in the..

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Philippines accuses China of attacking vessels with water cannons in the South China Sea | Oneindia [Video]

Philippines accuses China of attacking vessels with water cannons in the South China Sea | Oneindia

On Tuesday, the Philippines lodged accusations against China's coast guard, alleging harassment and damage to one of its boats within a disputed section of the South China Sea. The Philippines rejected..

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Tesla's Musk in China as rivals reveal new electric cars at Beijing auto show [Video]

Tesla's Musk in China as rivals reveal new electric cars at Beijing auto show

Musk is viewed in China as a favourable contrast to the stern statements from US officials, particularly during the recent visit by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

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China Rains: Tornado hits flood-hit city of Guangzhou | Hailstorm in Guangdong | Watch | Oneindia [Video]

China Rains: Tornado hits flood-hit city of Guangzhou | Hailstorm in Guangdong | Watch | Oneindia

A powerful tornado struck Guangzhou, China's southern mega-city, on Saturday afternoon, resulting in the loss of five lives and injuring 33 individuals. The severe weather, accompanied by heavy rain..

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Antony Blinken meets China's President Xi as US and China spar over issues [Video]

Antony Blinken meets China's President Xi as US and China spar over issues

Recent months have seen more frequent talks between the two sides, despite growing disparities.

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Blinken meets with President Xi as US, China spar over bilateral and global issues [Video]

Blinken meets with President Xi as US, China spar over bilateral and global issues

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Two men charged in UK with spying for China granted bail after London court appearance [Video]

Two men charged in UK with spying for China granted bail after London court appearance

The pair were accused of providing information to Beijing that could be “prejudicial to the safety or interests” of the UK between late 2021 and February 2023.

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Blinken meets Xi Jinping to discuss bilateral and global issues, develop China-US ties| Oneindia [Video]

Blinken meets Xi Jinping to discuss bilateral and global issues, develop China-US ties| Oneindia

Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Friday as he wrapped up a three-day visit to China dominated by contentious issues and warnings from his hosts of..

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China Floods: Deadly Rain Storms Ravage Southern China, 3 Reported Casualties, 10 Missing| OneIndia [Video]

China Floods: Deadly Rain Storms Ravage Southern China, 3 Reported Casualties, 10 Missing| OneIndia

Heavy rainstorms have devastated southern China, claiming lives and causing widespread damage. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with 10 people still missing. Chen Min, vice minister of water resources, has..

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Two men accused of being Chinese spies arrive at court [Video]

Two men accused of being Chinese spies arrive at court

Two men accused of spying for China in a London court on Friday. Christopher Cash, 29, a former parliamentary aide, and Christopher Berry, 32, are charged with providing prejudicial information to..

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NATO Warns China Over Growing Support to Russia Amid War with Ukraine | Oneindia News [Video]

NATO Warns China Over Growing Support to Russia Amid War with Ukraine | Oneindia News

As China strengthens trade and military ties with Russia amidst Western sanctions, NATO issues a stern warning, urging Beijing to halt its support for Russia's actions in Ukraine if it desires positive..

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Russia Vetoes UN Resolution to Prevent Nukes in Space [Video]

Russia Vetoes UN Resolution to Prevent Nukes in Space

Russia Vetoes UN Resolution , to Prevent Nukes in Space. The resolution was sponsored by Japan and the United States. It called on all nations to refrain from developing or deploying nuclear weapons..

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European electric car makers fight to catch up in China [Video]

European electric car makers fight to catch up in China

Volkswagen and other European giants risk falling behind in an industry where manufacturing and sales dynamics are changing with incredible speed.

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U.S.-China Relations: Key Highlights of Antony Blinken's Crucial Visit | Oneindia News [Video]

U.S.-China Relations: Key Highlights of Antony Blinken's Crucial Visit | Oneindia News

Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visit to China focuses on fair treatment for American companies amidst ongoing tensions. Watch to learn more about the latest developments in US-China relations and..

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Better US-China ties but still deep disagreements as Blinken starts visit [Video]

Better US-China ties but still deep disagreements as Blinken starts visit

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EU launches probe into China's public procurement of medical devices [Video]

EU launches probe into China's public procurement of medical devices

The European Commission has launched a probe to examine how China favours its domestic companies in tenders for medical devices and weigh possible tit-for-tat measures.

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Far-right German MEP to remain top EU candidate despite aide's arrest on Chinese spying charges [Video]

Far-right German MEP to remain top EU candidate despite aide's arrest on Chinese spying charges

The leading candidate for the AfD says he will fire a staffer facing espionage charges, but is refusing to step back from his own position.

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Blinken back in China seeking pressure but also stability [Video]

Blinken back in China seeking pressure but also stability

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US Issues Global Warning on Sanction Risks If Nations Ink Business Deals with Tehran| Oneindia News [Video]

US Issues Global Warning on Sanction Risks If Nations Ink Business Deals with Tehran| Oneindia News

US State Department warns businesses of potential sanctions risks regarding deals with Iran following Iran's engagement with Pakistan. Recent US sanctions target entities aiding Pakistan's ballistic..

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