The Latest Breaking News on China

China’s economy showing signs that slowdown may be extending

Industrial output and retail sales slump in July after one of the country’s weakest quarterly growth rates ever

The Guardian - UK · Aug 17

Taiwan's leader says government to propose record defence spending for 2027

TAIPEI - Taiwan's government will propose record defence spending for 2027, President Lai Ching-te said on Monday, as the island democracy faces growing military pressure from China.

Bangkok Post · Aug 17

Xi Jinping praises brutal Tiananmen crackdown and calls for return to Chinese ‘fighting spirit’

Xi Jinping makes rare mention of Tiananmen Square protests during commemoration of Jiang Zemin's birth centennial

The Independent UK · Aug 17

From hospitals to schools: China expands scrutiny of religious beliefs in Chengdu

China has expanded scrutiny of religious affiliation into public workplaces and schools in Chengdu. Employees at a public hospital were ordered to disclose their religious beliefs and education authorities collected information on the religious backgrounds of students and their families, according to The Epoch Times.

The Times of India · Aug 16

DOJ Busts Massive $100K-a-Head Marriage Fraud Ring Arranging Over 1,000 Fake Green Card Unions

The US Department of Justice has charged 11 individuals in a decade-long marriage fraud scheme, allegedly arranging over 1,000 sham marriages to help foreign nationals obtain US green cards.

International Business Times UK · Aug 16

'In touch with each other for several weeks': Bangladesh FM spokesperson on proposed PM Tarique Rahman's India visit

Bangladesh and India are discussing a potential visit by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman. This visit's scheduling is affected by a recent press event involving Sheikh Hasina. Dhaka has formally requested India's action on extradition requests for Hasina. India clarified its non-involvement in the private media event. Bilateral relations will continue…

The Economic Times · Aug 16

India must strengthen shipping capacity, naval protection amid growing chokepoints: GTRI

India must treat maritime insecurity as a long-term trade risk as the Red Sea crisis crosses 1,000 days, GTRI said. Longer shipping routes have raised freight, insurance and working-capital costs, particularly hurting MSME exporters trading with Europe and the US.

The Economic Times · Aug 16

‘Always proud’: Kim Jong Un hails North Korea-Russia ties in message to Putin

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin have reaffirmed their close relationship. Their countries are actively cooperating in all sectors, ensuring regional security and stability. This growing partnership has deepened significantly since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022. North Korea has provided troops and weapons to…

The Times of India · Aug 16

Taiwan detects 11 Chinese aircraft, eight naval vessels operating near its territory

Taiwan detected eleven Chinese military aircraft sorties and eight naval vessels operating nearby. Seven of these aircraft crossed the Taiwan Strait median line into restricted zones. On the previous day, four Chinese aircraft and eight naval vessels were also detected. Three of those aircraft sorties entered Taiwan's northern, central, and…

The Economic Times · Aug 16

South Korea president proposes talks with North to formally end Korean War

SEOUL - South Korean President Lee Jae Myung proposed talks with North Korea to formally end the long-running Korean War, as Pyongyang deepens ties with Russia while asserting its status as an "irreversible" nuclear state.

Bangkok Post · Aug 15