Beijing has discretely employed a “red thread” of dragon and phoenix strategy to compete in the sea and air with its global rival—the United States. Following the Chinese mythology of the invisible red thread—which connects…
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China and US Ally in Row Over Injured Fishermen
Beijing and Manila have argued about the rescue of fishermen injured in an engine explosion near a South China Sea flashpoint.
The most immediate threat to China’s economy isn’t external. It’s internal.
Recent gauges of China’s manufacturing activity show export demand, but domestic sentiment is weak.
China’s BYD posts 21% jump in quarterly EV sales, closes gap with Tesla
China’s BYD posted a 21% rise in second-quarter electric vehicle sales, closing the gap with Tesla after handing back the world’s top EV vendor title to the U.S. rival in the first quarter. BYD sold…
Beijing Opposes Hegemony, Ready to Promote Multipolar World: Chinese Leader
The Chinese authorities oppose hegemony, power politics, and bloc confrontation and are ready to promote equal multipolarity of the world, Chinese President Xi Jinping said ahead of his state visit to Kazakhstan on July 2-4.
EXCLUSIVE: Dior to Stage Gold-themed Exhibition in Beijing
The “L’Or de Dior” retrospective at the Guardian Art Center in September comes amid celebrations of the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between France and China.
South China Sea disputes: can Beijing ‘keep it bilateral’ despite high-seas clashes?
Beijing’s high-handed assertion of maritime claims has drawn international censure, putting its preferred approach of bilateral solutions at risk.
John Lee urges Hongkongers to take advantage of Beijing’s new measures, be innovative
City leader also brushes aside calls for further raises in duty-free shopping allowance for mainland tourists visiting the city.
New COVID-19 Symptoms: Daily Cases Surge In UK, US, Experts Warn of Massive Jump In Hospitalisation Rate
In the last few days, the United Kingdom and United States have seen a massive jump in daily cases of COVID-19 virus. Here is what experts want you to know about the virus and its…
Global investment banks retreat from China expansion
Banks eliminated more than 60,000 jobs worldwide in 2023, as a decline in dealmaking and public listings caused fees to plummet. The declines in China contrast with earlier hopes that their business in the country…
Microsoft consolidates retail channels in China
Microsoft is consolidating its retail channels in mainland China, the firm said in response to media reports that it is closing its network of authorised physical retailers in the world’s second-largest economy.
Russia looking for China’s help to develop Arctic shipping route – but is it worth it for Beijing?
Moscow is keen to develop the Northern Sea Route to counteract sanctions, but China is ‘less motivated’ despite the potential benefits.
Explainer: What is China’s planned financial stability law and how will it work?
China is moving closer to unveiling its financial stability law, which includes setting up a fund to rescue troubled financial institutions, as part of Beijing’s broader efforts to prevent systemic …
