The Latest Breaking News on China

Albanese to ink fresh Pacific deal on three-day visit

The prime minister will travel to Fiji and the Solomon Islands to reaffirm Australia's commitment to the Pacific and regional security.

AAP · Jul 3

EU officials fear leaders will balk in confronting China

Despite acknowledging severe stakes, leaders struggle to agree on tangible steps to address a massive trade deficit and Chinese state subsidies.

The Economic Times · Jul 3

How South Koreans donated 227 tonnes of gold to rescue their economy after the 1997 IMF bailout

When South Korea was plunged into one of the worst financial crises in its modern history, the government turned to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for what was then the largest bailout package ever approved. Yet one of the country's most remarkable responses did not come from financial markets or…

The Times of India · Jul 3

Energy Insider: China’s Russian LPG Imports Surge in First Five Months

China and the EU establish a trade and investment consultation mechanism; CATL and Ford’s battery plant starts production

Caixin Global · Jul 2

EU issues new steel, e-commerce regulations to reduce trade imbalance with China

The European Union has introduced new measures to protect its steel industry and curb e-commerce imports from China, aiming to address a significant trade imbalance.

The Economic Times · Jul 2

Japan an important part of India's Act East Policy: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized Japan's crucial role in India's Act East Policy, highlighting joint efforts for a free and open Indo-Pacific alongside the US. India is actively addressing trade regulations with Japan to boost exports during Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's visit, which focuses on enhancing trade, investment, and strategic…

The Economic Times · Jul 2

Iran's unsold oil piles up at sea as buyers stay wary

Iran is struggling to sell its growing oil stockpile at sea as a US deadline looms, potentially costing Tehran vital revenue and weakening its negotiating position. Weak demand from China, its primary buyer, and lingering sanctions concerns are major hurdles. While some oil has been discharged in China, India remains…

The Economic Times · Jul 2

Taiwan needs ‘hornets’ nest’ of drones, says US diplomat

TAICHUNG - ‌Taiwan needs a “hornets’ nest” of drones to help deter conflict and provide security, the top US diplomat to the democratically governed island said on Thursday.

Bangkok Post · Jul 2

China has accused Japan of ‘reckless militarism’. What’s behind the latest tensions?

China has denounced Japan’s ‘reckless new militarism’, while Tokyo has protested what it claims are Beijing’s defensive incursions, as relations sour

The Guardian - AU · Jul 1

'Always ready to resolve border issue with India through talks': Nepal foreign minister

Nepal is “always ready” to resolve its border issue with India through diplomatic dialogue, the Himalayan nation’s foreign minister, Shisir Khanal, said on Wednesday.

The Times of India · Jul 1