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February 02, 2013

SSTL to supply satellites for FORMOSAT-7's global weather program
Guildford, UK (SPX) Jan 31, 2013
SSTL has been awarded the contract by the National Space Organization (NSPO) in Taiwan for the design and manufacture of up to twelve satellite platforms for the FORMOSAT-7/COSMIC-2 constellation. The contract was awarded in an open international competition, with SSTL providing the most cost-effective solution. The FORMOSAT-7/COSMIC-2 mission is a joint civil programme between NSPO and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in the US, and is to provide continuity for the highl ... read more

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Japan PM vows to repel 'provocations' amid island row Prime Minister Shinzo Abe vowed Saturday to defend Japan against "provocations" as he toured the southern region of Okinawa near islands at the centre of a boiling territorial dispute with China. ... more		Japan PM vows new statement on WWII Hawkish Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Friday he intends to release a new statement on Japan's attitude to World War II, just a day after unveiling plans to revamp the US-imposed pacifist constitution. ... more		Hacking incidents ignite fears over China A series of brazen cyberattacks on America's most high-profile media outlets has revived concerns over Chinese hackers, who analysts say are likely linked to the secretive Beijing government. ... more
				Schmidt book labels China online menace The Wall Street Journal reported Friday that in his coming book, Google chairman Eric Schmidt brands China an Internet menace that sanctions cyber crime for economic and political gain. ... more		Wall Street Journal says hit by Chinese hackers too The Wall Street Journal said Thursday its computers were hit by Chinese hackers, the latest US media organization citing an effort to spy on its journalists covering China. ... more

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Wall Street Journal says also hit by Chinese hackers The Wall Street Journal said Thursday its computers had been hit by Chinese hackers, becoming the latest US media organization to report an effort to spy on its journalists covering China. ... more		Colonial flags fly as anger grows in Hong Kong Sixteen years after Hong Kong returned to Chinese rule, public discontent with Beijing is swelling and protesters have been rallying around an unexpected symbol - the British colonial flag. ... more		Russia says Ukraine fired US long-range missiles; Borrell urges EU states to follow US on missile use Putin broadens rules on Russia's use of nuclear arms NKorea to boost economic cooperation with Russia alongside growing military ties		Fireworks truck blast blamed for China bridge collapse The collapse of a bridge on an expressway in central China was likely caused by an explosion on a lorry carrying fireworks, a local official said Saturday as state media said the death toll rose to 11. ... more
				Hong Kong to crack down on baby formula trade Hong Kong moved Friday to stop people crossing into mainland China with large quantities of baby formula due to fears of shortages in the city before the Lunar New Year. ... more		India urges China to respect its river rights India urged China on Thursday to respect its river rights following a media report that Beijing plans to build new hydroelectric plants on a waterway that the neighbours share. ... more

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China convicts Tibetan burning 'inciters' of murder A Chinese court convicted two Tibetans of murder on Thursday for inciting others to burn themselves to death, giving one a suspended death penalty and the other 10 years in prison, state media reported. ... more		Hospital visits rise during Beijing's choking smog Hospital admissions for respiratory complaints rose 20 percent during the latest choking smog to hit Beijing, reports said Thursday as state media demanded greater government openness on pollution. ... more		Electric field changes signal early warnings of extreme weather Americans face an insurability crisis as climate change worsens disasters Extreme heat disrupts land's carbon absorption abilities		Hong Kongers turn to Obama over milk shortage fears More than 12,500 people have petitioned US President Barack Obama to help Hong Kong avoid a baby formula shortage, saying infants in the city are facing malnutrition due to mainland Chinese "smugglers". ... more
				Mr Right for rent in China Selling a kiss online, accompanying a stranger overnight for a fee - none of the "rent a boyfriend" services popping up on some Chinese websites sound at all family-friendly. ... more		26 dead as China bridge collapses: media A fireworks-laden truck exploded as it crossed a bridge in central China on Friday, killing 26 people as the structure collapsed and vehicles plummeted to the ground, state-run media reported. ... more

EU 'better than North America' for China firms: survey

Phosphorus used in Myanmar protest raid: lawyers

China steel industry says profits plunge

Hong Kong to crack down on baby formula trade

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Hong Kongers turn to Obama over milk shortage fears

Central African rebels warn president over peace deal

DR Congo peace deal signing cancelled: UN

Troops and drones to bolster new UN Congo peace bid

Daimler puts foot on accelerator in China

China's Geely says buys maker of London taxis

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	Oil prices rise after upbeat US, China data Oil prices finished higher Friday in New York, buoyed by greater optimism about global growth following encouraging indicators from the US and China. ... more		China's Geely says buys maker of London taxis Chinese automaker Geely said Friday it had acquired the maker of London's iconic black taxis for 11.04 million pounds ($17.50 million) after the British company collapsed into administration. ... more		Daimler puts foot on accelerator in China German automaker Daimler unveiled plans Friday to boost its position in the fast-growing Chinese market by acquiring for 640 million euros a 12-percent stake in the country's fifth-biggest car group. ... more		Asia manufacturing eases in January Manufacturing activity across Asia expanded in January as the global economy slowly picks up, a widely watched barometer showed Friday, but moderations in China and India suggested recovery remains tentative. ... more

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China's coal consumption continues to soar		China steel industry says profits plunge		China house price rise accelerates in January		China PMIs indicate recovery continues		EU 'better than North America' for China firms: survey
Pakistan approves port transfer to China		Philippines to buy 12 S. Korean fighter jets		New York Times says victim of Chinese hackers		Activist Chen encourages media to probe China		China mining firm falls on Hong Kong trading debut

China blogger sentenced for Bo joke denied payout

Beijing issues warnings as smog continues

China reinstates Salween dam plans

Beijing issues warnings as smog continues

China's Lenovo targets 20 to 30 pct annual profit growth

China, Japan scholars seek way out in islands row

China's military at 'high risk' on corruption: watchdog

Japan to launch coastguard unit for disputed isles

Blind activist urges no compromise on changing China

Chinese genes boost peril from flu: study

Tibetans in India launch drive against China

China's looming worker shortage threatens economy

Japan PM suggests summit with China

Increasing problems for Tavan Tolgoi mine

Organic ferroelectric molecule shows promise for memory chips, sensors

Japan PM points to beefed-up military in speech

Bo trial not until March: China state media

Chinese military plane boosts global reach

Japan underestimated China in territorial row: ex-envoy

Taiwan president presses for US subs deal

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