Asian View
Key words : xi message congratulate
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Chinese President Xi Jinping has congratulated Joe Biden, who has declared victory in the US presidential election. Xi showed expectations for mending bilateral ties, which have worsened since President Donald Trump took office.
China's Foreign Ministry says Xi sent a message of congratulations on Wednesday.
Xi said, "Promoting healthy and stable development of China-US relations not only serves the fundamental interests of the people in both countries, but also meets the common expectation of the international community."
Xi said he hopes the two sides "will uphold the spirit of non-conflict, non-confrontation, mutual respect, and win-win cooperation."
The Chinese president also said he hopes the two countries will "manage differences, advance the healthy and stable development of China-US ties, and join hands with other countries and the international community to promote the noble cause of world peace and development."
Xi's message comes after a Foreign Ministry spokesperson congratulated the US president-elect and his running mate, Kamala Harris, on November 13.
Key words : anti-government criticism
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Anti-government demonstrators in Thailand are stepping up criticism of the country's royal family.
The protesters, mostly young people, have been demanding reform of the monarchy and the resignation of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha.
Police say about 12,000 demonstrators rallied outside a bank in Bangkok on Wednesday. The bank's major shareholder is King Maha Vajiralongkorn.
The protest leaders gave speeches questioning the king's lavish lifestyle.
A 26-year-old man said neither the king nor the government would listen no matter how much they protest. He vowed to keep fighting.
Before Wednesday's rally, the prime minister announced that his government would thoroughly crack down on the demonstrators, possibly invoking a law that forbids insulting or defaming the monarchy.
The protesters had initially planned to march toward the Crown Property Bureau, which manages the royal assets. They abruptly changed course to avoid clashes with the police.
They plan to stage another large-scale rally on Friday.
Key words : metropolitan close at request
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The Tokyo Metropolitan Government plans to ask establishments that serve alcohol to close at 10:00 p.m. for 20 days, starting this Saturday.
In response to a resurgence of coronavirus infections in the Japanese capital, the metropolitan government plans to ask bars, restaurants and karaoke parlors in Tokyo's 23 wards and cities in the Tama area to agree to the measure.
Business owners will receive about 200 dollars a day if they follow the request. They can get about 4,000 dollars maximum.
The Tokyo government also plans to ask people to refrain from making non-essential outings.
Key words : koike medical
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Tokyo Governor Koike Yuriko says she will take short-term intensive measures to stem the spread of coronavirus infections in the Japanese capital.
Koike told reporters on Wednesday that Tokyo is in a very severe situation, with the number of critically ill patients surging.
She said the situation now requires stronger efforts. She added the priority is to protect the lives of people, prevent them from becoming seriously ill, and keep medical services from being overwhelmed.
The Metropolitan Government will ask restaurants, bars and karaoke parlors that serve alcohol to cut their hours for 20 days, starting this Saturday.
The measure will be in place for establishments in Tokyo's 23 wards and the Tama area in western Tokyo. Their operators will receive 400,000 yen, or about 3,800 dollars, for complying with the measure.
Koike asked residents of Tokyo to refrain from going out as much as possible, and when they need to, to take anti-infection steps.
She said people will have more opportunities to eat out and drink toward the year end and at around the New Year.
The governor called on people who feel unwell to refrain from attending parties. She made the same request to the elderly and those with underlying health conditions as well as their family members.
She also pledged to boost the safety net for people who lost jobs and operators of establishments who are struggling financially due to the pandemic.
Key words : suga wang 20 minutes
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Japan's Prime Minister Suga Yoshihide has strongly urged Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to act positively on maritime and security issues around the Senkaku Islands in the East China Sea.
Wang made a courtesy visit on Suga at the Prime Minister's Office in Tokyo on Wednesday. They talked for about 20 minutes.
Suga welcomed Wang, saying he's glad that visits by top officials of their nations have resumed after being suspended due to the coronavirus.
Suga said stable ties between the two countries is crucial to the region and the international community. He added that Japan wants to see the two countries assume their responsibilities.
Wang relayed messages from China's President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Keqiang.
He said bilateral relations are improving through communication between high-level officials and efforts by both nations. He also expressed hope for bilateral cooperation in various fields.
Wang brought up the issue of the coronavirus, saying people in Japan and China have helped each other and overcome difficulties together.
He said he's grateful for Japanese people's support for China's COVID-19 measures. He added that while the virus has not been fully contained, he is determined to completely defeat it.
Suga reiterated calls for China to act positively regarding maritime and security issues in the East China Sea, including around the Senkaku Islands.
Japan controls the islands. The Japanese government maintains they are an inherent part of Japan's territory. China and Taiwan claim them.
Suga also asked that China lift its import restrictions on food from Japan.
He expressed Japan's concern about the situation in Hong Kong. He called for China's cooperation in dealing with North Korean issues, including abductions of Japanese nationals by North Korean agents.
Suga and Wang also confirmed their cooperation for the success of next year's Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics and the 2022 Beijing Winter Games.
Key words : hong kong chief policy address
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Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam has delivered her annual policy address at the legislature in the absence of most pro-democracy lawmakers.
Four opposition politicians were removed from Hong Kong's Legislative Council earlier this month, after Beijing gave Hong Kong officials authority to disqualify legislators deemed a threat to national security.
This led to 15 other pro-democracy legislators to resign in protest. As a result, 41 of the remaining 43 council members are pro-Beijing. The legislature's checks on the government have drastically weakened.
During the address on Wednesday, Lam revealed a plan to set up a system to ensure that all civil servants pledge allegiance to the government.
She also announced a support measure to encourage young Hong Kongers to start businesses or join companies in the neighboring Chinese province of Guangdong.
During past policy addresses by the Hong Kong leader, pro-democracy lawmakers were usually seen shouting slogans to protest the government.
This year, some members of a pro-democracy group gathered in front of the council building before Lam started her address, but no major protests were seen.
Key words : bach message
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International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach has urged athletes to continue their preparations for next year's Tokyo Games, despite the hardship they may be facing amid the coronavirus pandemic.
The IOC released a video that shows Bach speaking from the Olympic Village in Tokyo.
The footage was shot during his recent 4-day visit to Japan. He met with Japanese Prime Minister Suga Yoshihide and inspected the athletes' village and the National Stadium.
Addressing athletes, Bach said, "This is the place to be nine months from now. I am very happy to greet you here from the Olympic Village in Tokyo."
He added, "You will never ever forget these moments in the Olympic Village in all your life."
Bach encouraged athletes to get themselves ready for "these Olympic Games and train even harder, even under these very difficult circumstances many of you, and most of you, are in at this moment."
With facilities of the village in the background, he said, "If you look around again, I think it's worth the effort."
He wrapped up the message by saying, "I am looking forward to seeing you at Tokyo 2020, in Tokyo 2020 plus one."
Bach has said the IOC is ready to cover the cost to help athletes to get vaccinated before setting foot in Japan.
Key words : itochu
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Major trading firm Itochu has announced what may be a partial solution for the worsening problem of waste in the apparel industry. The company is teaming up with the Japan Weather Association to create a forecasting system that connects climate conditions with clothing demand.
The two partners say they hope to offer the service to clothing makers starting with their spring and summer wardrobes next year.
The massive data project combining weather and clothing sales information from the past will forecast demand for individual product lines from a week to up to 6 months ahead.
Itochu General Manager Mizouchi Tsuyoshi says, "We hope the service will help improve efficiency in supply chains. We also want to contribute to progress in sustainability."
The apparel industry typically plans manufacturing activity based on past sales results. Making the wrong forecast often leads to the mass destruction of inventory.
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