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China’s Xi calls for fairer world order as rivalry with U.S. deepens

China · 5:37 AM UTC

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday called for a rejection of hegemonic power structures in global governance, amid growing tensions between Washington and Beijing over a widening range of issues including alleged human rights abuses.

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UK

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Asia Pacific

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The Bank of Japan is set to predict for the first time that inflation will remain well short of its 2% target beyond Governor Haruhiko Kuroda's term through early 2023, say sources familiar with its thinking.

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The Bank of Japan said on Tuesday low interest rates and structural factors will continue to weigh on financial institutions' profits even after the COVID-19 pandemic subsides.

Sustainable Business

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China

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India

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Environment

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Energy

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Retail & Consumer

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Business

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