When Xi Jinping became the leader of the Chinese Communist Party in 2012, he was expected to be weak but has since been likened to Mao Zedong, with a cult of personality and crackdown on dissent. His handling of the COVID-19 pandemic led to nationwide protests and a mass exodus of refugees fleeing China for the U.S. due to political persecution and economic hardship. Xi’s aggressive policies and human rights abuses have driven many to fear a return to Mao-era oppression, prompting a surge of migrants seeking asylum in the face of increasing government control and censorship.
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Commentary: The tussle over retail rents in Singapore cannot go on like this
SINGAPORE: Rising rental costs are causing beloved small businesses like Flor Patisserie to close, igniting public sadness and anger. While retail rents appear stable according to the URA's index, many landlords opt for prolonged vacancies over leasing to independents, raising concerns about the impact on community vibrancy and the unique character that small businesses provide.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kv4d8UybPYo Want More Context? 🔎
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