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On February 14, Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister, attended the Munich Security Conference and delivered a speech and answered questions at the "China Session." When asked about Chinas role in resolving regional conflicts, particularly the Ukraine issue, Wang Yi stated that Chinas position is clear: all regional hotspots should seek political solutions through dialogue and consultation, and the same applies to the Ukraine issue. However, China is not a party to the conflict, and the decision-making power is not in Chinas hands. What we can do is to promote peace talks. We have dispatched special envoys to mediate and, through various channels, emphasized to all parties that a ceasefire should be implemented as soon as possible, and that everyone should return to the negotiating table.On February 14, 2026, Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister, attended the Munich Security Conference, delivered a speech at the "China Session," and answered questions from the audience. Wang Yi emphasized that the erroneous remarks by Japanese leaders on the Taiwan issue exposed Japans undying ambition to invade and colonize Taiwan and the lingering specter of reviving militarism. Japan launched its invasion of China and attacked Pearl Harbor under the pretext of a so-called "crisis and existential crisis." The lessons of history are still fresh and must be heeded. If Japan does not repent, it will inevitably repeat the same mistakes. Good people should be vigilant. First and foremost, the Japanese people must be reminded not to be blinded and coerced by far-right forces and extremist ideologies again. All peace-loving countries should also warn Japan: if it chooses to go back to its old ways, it will only lead to its own destruction.Joint statement from the UK, Switzerland, France, Germany, and the Netherlands: We and our partners will use all policy tools at our disposal to continue to hold Russia accountable.Joint statement from the UK, Switzerland, France, Germany, and the Netherlands: We further express our concern that Russia has not destroyed all of its chemical weapons.The United Kingdom, Sweden, France, Germany, and the Netherlands issued a joint statement regarding the death of Alexei Navalny.

Hang Seng Index, ASX200, Nikkei 225: Markets Find Brief Relief

Jimmy Khan

Feb 28, 2023 15:37


Industry Snapshot

Tuesday's early trading period for the Hang Seng Index and the larger Asian markets was positive. This morning, the Asian markets followed the Dow and the NASDAQ Composite Index into the green.


Riskier assets received support from US economic data on Monday, as the crucial Goods Orders Non-Defense Ex Aviation increased by 0.8% in January, correcting a 0.3% decline from December.


The recent decline in crude oil prices has given rise to expectations that US inflation will experience a brief hiccup in January. However, with the US jobless rate at 3.4% and high US inflation, the Fed's conservatives will have a strong influence in the upcoming sessions. Anxiety of making a mistake would prefer an over-tightening and a gentle landing over abandoning the fight against inflation, which would support a more aggressive direction for interest rates.


Growing global conflict between the US and China has dampened expectations for a strong first quarter for the Hang Seng Index based on the China reopening narrative. Russia-China relations over Ukraine continue to be of worry.


Mixed regional economic data this morning limited the gains due to persistent challenges in the global stock markets. Consumer purchasing pleased, continuing a pattern seen in Europe and the US, while industrial sector statistics showed warning.


The NASDAQ Composite Index increased by 0.63% on Monday, while the Dow Jones and S&P 500 both saw increases of 0.22% and 0.31%, respectively. The US Futures provided assistance this morning. The NASDAQ mini increased by 41 points while the DJI mini gained 50 points.