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1. Has Apple been trapped by China? Not so fast, analysts say
A new book contending that Apple went too far in consolidating its operations in China is prompting debate among analysts of the country – some of whom say the company may have had no realistic alternatives.
2. Armenia looks to deepen ties with China for foreign policy beyond Russia
The Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan says his country’s Crossroads of Peace and China’s belt and road project are interdependent.
3. Trump has a US$30 billion plan to match China at shipbuilding. Can he win?
Observers say the US may struggle to match China’s fast-growing naval fleet and commercial shipbuilding, even with the support of Asian allies.
