The Latest Breaking News from Beijing

In troubled Taiwan China waters, a swimming race provides rare hope

Swimmers hope their friendly rivalry can be an example for cooperation across the troubled Taiwan Strait.

Al Jazeera · Aug 16, 2024

North Korea Tour Operators Hopeful Ahead Of Country's Reopening

A Beijing-based North Korea tour operator expressed hopes of fresh business on Thursday following an unexpected announcement that the country would reopen to foreign tourists this winter.

International Business Times · Aug 15, 2024

China's foreign minister meets with Myanmar's military boss as civil war strains their relations

China’s top diplomat has visited Myanmar and met with the leader of its military government as growing instability from the neighboring country’s civil war causes concern in Beijing

The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2024

‘Always remember’: how Tim Walz’s time in China shaped him

Kamala Harris’ vice-presidential pick taught in the country and has a history of supporting human rights in places considered sensitive by Beijing

The Guardian - US · Aug 13, 2024

China signs billion-dollar deal for car factory in Turkey

China’s car giant BYD’s announcement to build a billion-dollar factory in Turkey represents a significant turnaround in bilateral relations. However, concerns persist regarding human rights issues and Turkey’s stance on the Chinese Muslim Uyghur community.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 10, 2024

Lammy plans China visit for September to kick-start high-level engagement

Exclusive: Move highlights ambition to reconnect with Beijing but minister will face pressure over human rights

The Guardian - UK · Aug 10, 2024

China beat Sweden to lift fifth straight Olympic men's table tennis team title

To the list that places death and taxes as the only sure things in life, add the Chinese men's table tennis team claiming gold at the Olympic Games. On Friday at the South Paris Arena, Long Ma, Chuqin Wang and Zhengdong Fan kept hold of the prize their illustrious predecessors…

Radio France Internationale · Aug 10, 2024

China Launches Appeal At WTO Over EU Electric Vehicle Tariffs

Beijing said Friday it had filed an appeal with the World Trade Organization over the European Union's imposition of additional tariffs on imports of electric vehicles from China.

International Business Times · Aug 9, 2024

Beijing air pollution study could unlock solution to persistent smog

Particle pollution in China’s capital has fallen by 60% in 10 years, but it remains six times higher than WHO guidelines

The Guardian - UK · Aug 9, 2024

China lists Taiwanese independence supporters it wants people to denounce

Beijing website asks for information about supposed ‘crimes’ of ‘secessionist’ current and past Taiwan officials

The Guardian - UK · Aug 8, 2024