But throughout, Beijing has shown iron self-discipline and restraint. China's official news agency Xinhua noted of Mr Trump: "He will soon realise that leaders of the two countries must use more mature and effective ways to communicate than trading barbs ... ( read original story ...)
North Korea says China 'dancing to the tune of the US'
The statement did not name China, but referred to a "neighbouring country" which "often claims" to be friendly. "This country, styling itself a big power, is dancing to the tune of the US," the state-run news agency said. In a direct reference to the ban ... ( read original story ...)
Answer to China's Pollution: Beijing Cuts Coal Use by 30 Percent in 2017
Beijing is on its way to make more changes to fight its worsening pollution. As a part of its campaign to utilize more renewable power sources, China's capital city said it will cut down its coal use by 30 percent this year. Beijing's mayor Cai Qi has ... ( read original story ...)
China promised Philippines not to build in disputed shoal: Philippines' FM
Frosty ties between the two countries have improved as Duterte shifts away from traditional ally the United States and closer to Beijing, though the news came a day after China's commerce minister postponed an official trip to the Philippines. Yasay said ... ( read original story ...)
China military says aware of U.S. carrier in South China Sea
and earnestly respects the efforts of countries in the region to maintain peace and stability in the South China Sea," Ren told a regular monthly news briefing. "Of course, we also respect freedom of navigation and overflight for all countries in the South ... ( read original story ...)
Is China finally losing patience with North Korea? Let's hope so
And once again, Beijing has shied away from doing the one thing that would really hurt Mr. Kim – opening its border and allowing North Koreans to flee into China. Yes, that would be a messy exodus. Beijing is no doubt averse to that, but it is probably ... ( read original story ...)
China's thriving SUV-only automaker looks to global growth
BAODING, China -- Wei Jianjun is the chief matchmaker in China's love affair with the SUV. A decade ago, the chairman of Great Wall Motors Ltd. saw opportunity as the bulky vehicles began shedding their image in China as a farm tool. Wei cut back on making ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese moves in South China Sea unsettling to Southeast Asian countries
The strongly worded statement came in response to a news report published Wednesday saying China has nearly finished building almost two dozen structures on Subi, Mischief and Fiery Cross reefs -- part of the Spratly Islands chain. According to Reuters ... ( read original story ...)
U.S.-born panda Bao Bao lands in China after leaving D.C. zoo
The panda's keeper, Marty Dearie, said in an interview with China's official Xinhua News Agency at the airport in Chengdu that the flight went well. "She ate and slept the whole flight and we have no concerns, none at all," he said. Bao Bao, whose name ... ( read original story ...)
Tillerson affirms importance of constructive U.S.-China ties
according to China's Xinhua news agency. China's readout of the call did not mention any specific issues, with Xinhua noting only that they also "exchanged some views on a number of international issues." On Saturday, China's Commerce Ministry said it ... ( read original story ...)