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Here are some of the latest news headlines from China:
Top Stories
- China's economy grows 6.1% in 2020, beats expectations: China's National Bureau of Statistics announced that the country's economy grew 6.1% in 2020, beating expectations and marking the first time the economy has grown above 6% since 2017. (Source: Xinhua News Agency)
- China's COVID-19 vaccine approved for emergency use: China's National Medical Products Administration has approved the emergency use of a COVID-19 vaccine developed by Sinopharm, a state-owned pharmaceutical company. (Source: China Daily)
- China and US agree to phase one trade deal: China and the US have agreed to implement the phase one trade deal, which aims to reduce tariffs and increase trade between the two countries. (Source: Reuters)
Business
- Alibaba's Jack Ma steps down as chairman: Jack Ma, co-founder of Alibaba Group, has stepped down as chairman of the company, marking the end of an era for the e-commerce giant. (Source: Bloomberg)
- China's tech giants invest in electric vehicle sector: China's tech giants, including Alibaba and Tencent, are investing heavily in the electric vehicle sector, as the country aims to become a leader in the industry. (Source: South China Morning Post)
- China's property market shows signs of recovery: China's property market, which has been struggling in recent years, is showing signs of recovery, with sales and prices increasing in many cities. (Source: The Financial Times)
Politics
- China's parliament approves new national security law: China's National People's Congress has approved a new national security law, which aims to strengthen the country's national security and counter-terrorism efforts. (Source: Xinhua News Agency)
- China and Russia hold joint military exercises: China and Russia have held joint military exercises in eastern Russia, as the two countries seek to strengthen their military ties. (Source: TASS)
- China's foreign minister meets with US Secretary of State: China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has met with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, as the two countries seek to improve their relations and address areas of tension. (Source: Reuters)
Sports
- China's Wu Lei scores hat-trick in La Liga debut: Chinese footballer Wu Lei has scored a hat-trick in his debut match for Spanish club Espanyol, marking a historic moment for Chinese football. (Source: Xinhua News Agency)
- China's Li Na wins Australian Open doubles title: Chinese tennis player Li Na has won the Australian Open doubles title, partnering with Australian player Samantha Stosur. (Source: China Daily)
- China's Sun Yang wins gold at World Short Course Championships: Chinese swimmer Sun Yang has won gold at the World Short Course Championships, marking his 11th world championship title. (Source: Xinhua News Agency)
These are just a few of the latest news headlines from China. I hope you find them helpful!