Thursday, November 20, 2003

News

China—Use of force may be 'unavoidable' if Taiwan pursues independence: In unusually strong language, China ratcheted up the rhetoric against Taiwan in remarks published Wednesday and threatened that "the use of force may become unavoidable" if the island's leaders pursue independence.

China announces DVD alternative: Seeking to compete on its own terms in the lucrative entertainment industry, China announced a government-funded project Tuesday to promote an alternative to DVDs and "attack the market share" of the global video format.

Measles mini-outbreak under control in Guangdong: A sudden, mini-outbreak of measles in Shanwei in Guangdong Province's east has been brought under control. A total of 13 measles patients have been discharged from hospitals and 15 others are still under care in stable conditions.

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