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Is US-Vietnam pledge to boost ties after Antony Blinken’s Hanoi visit mere ‘diplomatic symbolism’?

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. A strategic partnership with US would ‘help Vietnam improve its diplomatic position’ but analysts say Vietnam has long been nervous about provoking China. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3217203/us-vietnam-pledge-boost-ties-after-antony-blinkens-hanoi-visit-mere-diplomatic-symbolism?utm_source=rss_feed

Chinese exporters upbeat as Canton Fair opens to foreign visitors for first time in 3 years

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. OVer 100,000 foreign visitors are expected at the trade fair, which opened on Saturday and is a key platform for the country’s exporters. https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3217192/chinese-exporters-upbeat-canton-fair-opens-foreign-visitors-first-time-3-years?utm_source=rss_feed

CSX Boss: Railroads’ Efficiency Model Wasn’t Implemented Properly

Wall Street Journal New CEO Joe Hinrichs says railroads’ use of the vaunted precision-scheduling model hasn’t put enough focus on employees and customers. https://www.wsj.com/articles/csx-boss-says-railroads-efficiency-model-wasnt-implemented-properly-967f699e

What Does the Class of 2023 Want From Employers? Mental-Health Benefits, for One Thing

Wall Street Journal A survey also finds that these new graduates are less interested in full-time remote work. https://www.wsj.com/articles/class-of-2023-employers-mental-health-benefits-224b38c4

The World Is Volatile but Luxury Brands Look Serene

Wall Street Journal Hermès and LVMH beat high expectations for first-quarter sales. https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-world-is-volatile-but-luxury-brands-look-serene-4e853378

She Gave Her Van a 1970s Overhaul, Shag Carpet Included

Wall Street Journal Soumaya Majout Bent was inspired by “That ’70s Show” to turn her 1977 Dodge into a road-tripping ride. https://www.wsj.com/articles/she-gave-her-van-a-1970s-overhaul-shag-carpet-included-2863b937

Senate Republicans Target Biden Regulations With Disapproval Resolutions

Wall Street Journal Though rarely successful, GOP lawmakers can force votes on issues they deem important. https://www.wsj.com/articles/senate-republicans-target-biden-regulations-with-disapproval-resolutions-25c419a

Siluanov dismissed from post of Russian envoy to EDB council

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. The relevant order states that the reason for this decision was “profound changes taking place in international relations” https://tass.com/economy/1604851

Israel Police arrest minor with a knife at Jerusalem checkpoint

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-739305

Brazilian president wraps up China visit by telling US to ‘stop encouraging’ war in Ukraine

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva issued the challenge a day after a meeting with Xi Jinping, where they urged more countries to play a constructive role. https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3217202/brazilian-president-wraps-china-visit-telling-us-stop-encouraging-war-ukraine?utm_source=rss_feed