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Jim Stevenson

@VOAStevenson

Host of VOA Asia. 25x Marine Corps Marathon finisher. Cyclist. #Clemson grad. RTs≠Endorsements Vocal On Anything

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Joined August 2011
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#Election2024
The Japan Times (@japantimes) profile pictureThe Japan Times@japantimes18 Aug 2024
More Japanese companies believe a Kamala Harris presidency in the United States would be better for business than a second Donald Trump administration, a Reuters survey shows. japantimes.co.jp/business/20…
Japan firms see Harris presidency as better for business than Trump

Japan firms see Harris presidency as better for business than Trump

The results of a Reuters survey reflect respondents’ concerns about protectionism and policy unpredictability.

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interesting read
Ian Johnson (@iandenisjohnson) profile pictureIan Johnson@iandenisjohnson18 Aug 2024
⁦Controlling the past to control the present: @amyhawk_⁩ on why the Communist Party is trying to grab documents housed ⁦@Stanford⁩ ⁦@HooverInst⁩, with quotes by ⁦@JosephTorigian Frank Dikötter and⁩ yours truly. theguardian.com/world/articl…
‘Monument to history’ battle between US and China over future of Mao’s secretary’s diary

‘Monument to history’ battle between US and China over future of Mao’s secretary’s diary

Beijing believed to be behind court bid to secure account of life inside Communist HQ

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Surprise...
Radio Free Asia (@RadioFreeAsia) profile pictureRadio Free Asia@RadioFreeAsia16 Aug 2024
TikTok algorithms promote the Chinese government’s narratives on hot-button issues such as Tibet, Taiwan and the Uyghurs — while suppressing content critical of Beijing, a new study has found. #TikTok #China rfa.org/english/news/tibet/t…
TikTok promotes pro-China bias on Tibet, Taiwan, Uyghurs: study

TikTok promotes pro-China bias on Tibet, Taiwan, Uyghurs: study

The findings show Beijing’s attempts to sway public opinion, particularly among youth, experts say.

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Our elections always matter. #Vote
Jonathan Cheng (@JChengWSJ) profile pictureJonathan Cheng
@JChengWSJ17 Aug 2024
The Economist: "In 2020 Taiwan was the only one of eight countries polled…where Mr Trump was preferred to Joe Biden. But views have changed. A poll in late July…found that 46% respondents preferred Kamala Harris…compared with 15% for Mr Trump." economist.com/asia/2024/08/1…
Taiwan braces for America’s election

Taiwan braces for America’s election

For the opposition, a possible Trump victory is another reason to talk to China

economist.com
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#China #Education
Jonathan Cheng (@JChengWSJ) profile pictureJonathan Cheng
@JChengWSJ17 Aug 2024
The Economist: "China is far from being the only country with an unequal education system. But the difference in opportunities for Chinese children based on whether they are rich or poor, urban or rural, is stark." economist.com/china/2024/08/…
China’s wealthy elite rigs its university arms race

China’s wealthy elite rigs its university arms race

Children from poor and rural areas have little hope of keeping up with their rich counterparts

economist.com
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Thinking of Charlie on his birthday! Miss you!
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The Japan Times@japantimes2 Jun 2024
A strong earthquake registering a magnitude 5.9 hit the Noto Peninsula area of Ishikawa Prefecture early Monday, just over six months after a powerful temblor rocked the area. jtim.es/3KreKEU
Strong quake shakes Japan’s hard-hit Noto Peninsula area

Strong quake shakes Japan’s hard-hit Noto Peninsula area

The magnitude 6 earthquake hit the peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture Monday, just over five months after a powerful temblor rocked the area.

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#Taiwan #China
The Diplomat (@Diplomat_APAC) profile pictureThe Diplomat
@Diplomat_APAC12 Apr 2024
Ma Ying-jeou of the opposition KMT held a second meeting with Xi Jinping – his first as a private citizen – during an 11-day trip to China. buff.ly/4d2CJay
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Where did you see the eclipse? Check out my adventure to view it from the center line of totality... youtu.be/3lBZrHvUoYA
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I haven't posted in some time due to my wife's battle with cancer. In case you may have missed, she passed away two weeks ago. My heartfelt thanks to all I have conversed with since. obituaries.the-journal.com/u…
Paula Stevenson Obituary (2024) - Washington, DC - The Washington Post

Paula Stevenson Obituary (2024) - Washington, DC - The Washington Post

View Paula Wolfson Stevenson's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.

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Didn't make it to Mardi Gras? See it DC style... youtu.be/S3OMNQI2zf4 #MardiGras #dc #parade
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I'm still using mine.
Cʜʀɪs Sᴛᴇɪɴ (@chrissteinplays) profile pictureCʜʀɪs Sᴛᴇɪɴ
@chrissteinplays4 Sep 2023
History lesson
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RT @HayatAlvi Grandson of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter says 'we're in the final chapter' in health update
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"What I did on my summer vacation" (Pt. 1) - youtu.be/AI0-Rctk3vw
Fun on the Road - Trail to the uCamp 2023 Teardrop RV Rally

Fun on the Road - Trail to the uCamp 2023 Teardrop RV Rally

The uCamp23 journey starts with kicking out some unwanted passenger...

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Investors must reassess their allocations to China amid rising geopolitical tensions with the US and slowing growth, says BlackRock Vice Chairman Philipp Hildebrand trib.al/Im074xT @BloombergAsia
BlackRock Says Investors Reassess China Allocation Amid Slowdown

BlackRock Says Investors Reassess China Allocation Amid Slowdown

Investors must reassess their allocations to China amid rising geopolitical tensions with the US and a slowing economy, according to BlackRock Inc. Vice Chairman Philipp Hildebrand.

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We have long spoken about the crazy rent hikes in Singapore. Now, let us show you via this visual guide trib.al/wv381Po @business
Singapore Apartments For Rent Under S$3,000 Are Disappearing

Singapore Apartments For Rent Under S$3,000 Are Disappearing

Data shows flats renting for S$3,000 ($2,200) are quickly vanishing in the city-state’s central districts

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Japan upgrades Q1 GDP as business spending picks up reut.rs/42wV3SB@Reuters
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France's Macron seeks to show he's no lame duck as pension discontent rumbles on ow.ly/1j6250OIGjM @CNBC
France's Macron seeks to show he's no lame duck as pension discontent rumbles on

France's Macron seeks to show he's no lame duck as pension discontent rumbles on

To prove he still has political capital to serve his remaining four years in office, the president will seek wins on defense, green industry and migration.

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Rahul Gandhi has clearly learnt a few lessons in public diplomacy, if not all. Thousands joined his American yatra from California to New York via Washington to cheer for an 'inclusive' vision of India. ow.ly/Tcub50OIG9t@EconomicTi…
Rahul Gandhi's US visit: How did he fare? - The Economic Times

Rahul Gandhi's US visit: How did he fare? - The Economic Times

He stirred the pot alright, but stayed clear of negative commentary on either Narendra Modi's upcoming state visit or the broader India-US relationship. He seemed to value the US as a strategic...

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India holds immense potential for the blue economy, which encompasses the sustainable use of ocean resources toward environmental sustainability, job creation, and growth. ow.ly/eMTh50OIG98opinion @EconomicTimes
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