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A US congressional committee has voted to push forward legislation that would make banning TikTok allegedly easier in the United States.
The controversial legislation would also enable crack-downs on other US economic output linked to China.
Critics say the legislation- which would still need to make its way through Congress- is unconstitutional.
Nina-Maria Potts has more:
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Russia's war in Ukraine will again be high on the agenda when Foreign Ministers of the G20 grouping meet in Delhi.
India's diplomatic ties are expected to be under test as it hosts American, Russian, and Chinese foreign ministers together – along with other G20 representatives.
Ishan Garg reports.
IN: After the G20...China’s economy is showing signs of recovery from the impact of its longstanding Covid-19 policies. Manufacturing activity recorded its highest monthly gain in more than a decade as factories reopened after the Lunar New Year holiday.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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Japan is beginning to scrap controversial travel restrictions on visitors from China.
Last month the government introduced mandatory testing of Chinese travelers due to the spread of Covid-19 there.
In response China stopped issuing new visas to Japanese nationals.
Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo
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Consumer confidence fell to a three-month low in February, according to new data.
Survey findings released on Tuesday show consumers' view of current business conditions worsened, but people had a more favourable view of the availability of jobs.
Sally Patterson reports.
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The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing arguments on whether to keep or get rid of President Joe Biden's plan on reducing student loan debt.
The decision affects millions of people in the U.S. who have student debt, particularly those with the greatest financial need who could get relief of up to 20,000 dollars each.
Caroline Malone reports from Washington.
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Hong Kong is scrapping its rules for the compulsory wearing of face masks. The move brings to an end the last of the city’s longstanding Covid-19 restrictions, which have severely dented its appeal as a business and tourism hub. Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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Protests have erupted in many parts of India after Delhi's Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia was arrested on charges of corruption.
Allegations are that he took kickbacks from businesses for formulating a new liquor sale policy that benefitted private vendors.
But Delhi's ruling Aam Aadmi Party denies these charges – and claims that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government is using federal agencies to target his political opponents.
Ishan Garg reports.
IN: Aam Aadmi Party...North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un is ordering an overhaul of the country’s agricultural production, amidst fears of worsening food shortages.
He's been holding high-level meetings to boost the country’s economy, which has been hit by the pandemic and international sanctions.
Chris Gilbert reports.
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