China's economic woes are not a temporary downturn. A fundamental shift in policy and thinking is necessary

The Chinese economy is struggling to regain its momentum after the COVID-19 pandemic that started in the country.

Pandemic-induced disruptions and President Xi 's draconian 'Zero-COVID' policy have significantly derailed the economy.

China 's GDP growth slowed during the first three quarters of 2024 , indicating that the country would likely not achieve its target of 5% for the year .

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Boosting the economy and improving the people's lot are all secondary to Communist Party's desire to remain at the helm.

NATO defense ministers say ability of NATO members to fulfill defense tasks is more important than spending relative to GDP.

Russia 's Northern Sea Route carried only 37.0 million tons of cargo between Europe and Asia by 2024 .

Less than 10 percent of that cargo carried over the entire route, with more than 90 percent involving cargo carried between intermediate ports in northern Russia .

Chinese investors are buying up large amounts of Hong Kong mutual fund products that invest overseas.