Nepal imports technology from China—which is where data end up.
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China’s “Polar Silk Road.” 2. A Threat to Freedom, Ecology, and Human Rights
The Chinese pursuit of its geopolitical interests in the Arctic threatens academic freedom, the environment, and the rights of the indigenous people.
China’s “Polar Silk Road.” 1. How Beijing Expands in the Arctic
Beijing’ growing interest in the Arctic poses new threats to the world. It is the result of a long-term strategy and a cooperation with Russia.
Zen Buddhists Mobilized to Support the Belt and Road Initiative
China gathered in Suizhou representatives of Zen Buddhism from the various Belt and Road countries—and asked them to study Xi Jinping’s October 18 speech.
Wang Yi’s Visit to Italy: A Missed Opportunity
The present Italian leadership expressed the intention to walk out of the 2019 Belt and Road agreement signed by the previous government. So far, it has not happened.
Whitewashing China: The Rise of “Belt and Road Journalism”
A report by the International Federation of Journalists reveals how China manipulates the media about COVID-19 (and Xinjiang). Italy is the worst case.
The Dragon and the Mouse: China Foreign Minister Meets Italian Colleague Amid Protest
Hong Kong democratic leader Nathan Law, DAFOH, and Falun Gong practitioners made their voices heard in Rome—not to very much avail