Politics and Government – Page 155

A Hungarian Town Seethes Over a Giant Chinese Battery Plant

A $7.8 billion factory planned by a Chinese company in eastern Hungary has become divisive even within the party of Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who championed it.

By Andrew Higgins

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In Budget Speech, U.K. Government Will Issue a Call to Work

In a major policy speech, Jeremy Hunt, the chancellor of the Exchequer, is expected to offer plans to promote greater work force participation.

By Eshe Nelson

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To Rein in China’s Banks, Xi Uses Familiar Playbook

Xi Jinping is revamping China’s regulatory framework so the ruling Communist Party can assert more direct control over financial policy.

By Daisuke Wakabayashi and Claire Fu

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China’s New Premier Needs to Revive Growth. How Far Will Loyalty Get Him?

Li Qiang’s business-friendly reputation could bolster confidence in China’s economy. But he is stepping into a role with diminished power under Xi Jinping.

By Keith Bradsher and Chang Che