The Latest Breaking News from Beijing

Marcos says Philippines ‘cannot yield’ in South China Sea dispute

Philippine president makes remarks as Beijing and Manila agree on a deal to defuse tensions at the Second Thomas Shoal.

Al Jazeera · Jul 22, 2024

New Chinese drone can fly as long as the sun shines — solar-powered device with 200mm wingspan weighs record-breaking 4.21g

Beijing scientists have developed what they claim is the world’s smallest and lightest solar-powered drone. One of the key milestones this 4.21g device with its 200mm wingspan has achieved is being able to fly non-stop during daylight.

Tom’s Hardware · Jul 21, 2024

Beijing Vows To Ease Local Government Debt Woes After Key Meeting

Chinese officials pledged Friday to help ease debt pressure on local governments through reforms to the tax system, after a key political gathering in the capital focused on jumpstarting the faltering economy.

International Business Times · Jul 19, 2024

China's Communist Party charts technology- and security-focused development for reviving the economy

In a year of major elections setting the course of many countries for years to come, China’s ruling Communist Party is holding top-level meetings in Beijing to draft policies for reviving its slowing economy

The Independent UK · Jul 17, 2024

Stock market today: Asian stocks are mixed after Dow sets a new record

Asian stocks are mixed as investors grappled with weak economic data from China and waited to see the outcome of a top Communist Party policy meeting in Beijing

The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2024

Beijingers Feel The Pinch As Economic Data Disappoints

Shopping online, skipping meals out and a general sense that decades of double-digit growth are very much a thing of the past -- Beijingers told AFP Monday they were feeling the pinch as the economy slowed.

International Business Times · Jul 16, 2024

Revisiting host cities: Munich, a model Olympic village (1/5)

Since the creation of the modern Olympic Games in 1896, the competition to be selected as the host city has been fierce. Cities vie with innovation and resources to stand out and attract athletes and spectators from around the globe. Follow our special coverage this week as we bring you…

France 24 · Jul 15, 2024

China, Russia start joint naval drills, days after NATO allies called Beijing a Ukraine war enabler

China and Russia’s naval forces have kicked off a joint exercise at a military port in southern China on Sunday, official news agency Xinhua reported, days after NATO allies called Beijing a “decisive enabler” of the war in Ukraine

The Independent UK · Jul 15, 2024

China's Communist Party To Address Economic Challenges At Plenum

China's third plenum in Beijing addresses economic reforms amidst challenges like property crisis and trade tensions, with global implications.

Top News · Jul 15, 2024

China Posts Disappointing Growth As Officials Hold Key Meeting

China posted lower than expected growth in the second quarter on Monday, with all eyes on how top officials gathering for a key meeting in Beijing might seek to tackle the country's deepening economic malaise.

International Business Times · Jul 15, 2024