Trump softening on China – Bloomberg
US President Donald Trump has relaxed his combative stance toward China to boost the chances of a meeting with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping and secure a trade deal with the world’s second largest economy, Bloomberg reported Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter.
China’s Xi vows greater support for Russia as meets Lavrov
Chinese President Xi Jinping told Russia's top diplomat on Tuesday that their countries should "strengthen mutual support", state media said, as foreign ministers gathered in Beijing for Shanghai Cooperation Organisation talks.
China crackdown on gay erotica stifles rare outlet for LGBTQ expression
Chinese women who publish homoerotica online say they are being threatened with fines and jail time, as increasing enforcement of vague obscenity charges targets a rare space for LGBTQ identity and feminism.
China says no ambition to build South Pacific military base
China's embassy in Fiji has insisted Beijing is not seeking a military base in the South Pacific, saying aid pledged to developing island nations came with "no political strings attached".
India rejects signing Shanghai Cooperation Organization statement seen as pro-Pakistan
Beijing’s bid for enhanced regional leadership suffered a setback Thursday when India rejected signing a joint statement put before members of the China-backed Shanghai Cooperation Organization, saying it was pro-Pakistan in not mentioning April’s terror attack on Indian tourists.
Pakistan’s Covert ICBM Development Could Extend Nuclear Reach Over 10,000 km
The ICBM would reportedly be able to deliver a nuclear warhead over 10,000 kilometers, potentially threatening the U.S. mainland.
US says it will start revoking visas for Chinese students
The United States will start “aggressively” revoking the visas of Chinese students, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday, including those with connections to the Chinese Communist Party or studying in critical fields.
China calls out Western ‘double standards’ on Russia sanctions
Beijing has accused the European Union and its allies of “double standards,” following the latest wave of sanctions targeting Russia and Chinese companies allegedly linked to Moscow’s military supply chains.
EU nastier than China – Trump
US President Donald Trump has intensified his criticism of the European Union, labeling it “nastier than China” regarding trade practices.
US-China slash tariffs in surprise 90-day truce
While the deal marks a major step back from the brink, experts warn the 90-day window leaves little time for a comprehensive settlement.
China’s consumption slide deepens as tariff war bites
China's consumer and producer prices fall, reflecting ongoing deflation amid weak demand and a trade war with the U.S.
Beijing sends fresh team to Tiangong for six months
China launches Shenzhou-20 to Tiangong, sending three astronauts on a six-month mission amid growing space ambitions.