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China vows to resist and 'fight till the end' as Trump escalates tariff threats

China says it will “fight to the end” and take countermeasures against the United States to safeguard its own interests after President Donald Trump threatened an additional 50% tariff on Chinese imports. The Commerce Ministry said the U. S. tariffs were groundless and bullying. China has vowed retaliatory tariffs and the ministry hinted in its statement Tuesday that more may be coming.

News World
Associated Press|Published

Watch VideoSpringbok Sevens struggle in Hong Kong, aiming for ninth place against Kenya

Even at a new venue in the Far East, the Blitzboks could not break their draught and must wait another year to challenge for a first-ever Hong Kong title

Sport Rugby Sevens
Leighton Koopman|Published

Blitzboks face crucial match against old foe New Zealand to reach Hong Kong playoffs

After starting the tournament with a clinical performance against Uruguay, the South Africans fell out of the bus against Australia in the second pool match

Sport Rugby Sevens
Leighton Koopman|Published

Blitzboks face Uruguay and Australia in quest for elusive Hong Kong trophy

The Blitzboks face a challenging opening day at Hong Kong SVNS against Uruguay's never-say-die attitude and Australia's tactical cunning, as they pursue their first championship in the tournament's three-decade history.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoZain Davids: Blitzboks’ ‘amazing flair’ key to breaking Hong Kong Sevens drought

Despite being a powerhouse in rugby sevens, South Africa has never claimed the prestigious Hong Kong Sevens title. Now, with the tournament moving to a new venue, Zain Davids believes their combination of strong defence and attacking prowess could finally break their Hong Kong curse.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Zain Davids boosts Blitzboks as Philip Snyman seeks ‘never-say-die attitude’ at Hong Kong Sevens

The Blitzboks received a significant boost with the return of forward Zain Davids for the Hong Kong Sevens, as coach Philip Snyman emphasises the importance of a 'never-say-die attitude'.

Sport Rugby Sevens
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

What the NPC spokesperson says about China's economic strength

In the past year, China arranged a package of incremental policies to effectively boost social confidence and achieved its growth target of around 5 percent.

News World
Supplied|Published