The Latest Breaking News from Beijing

Ten years after MH370 disappeared, what do we know?

Despite extensive air and sea searches the Boeing 777-200, which disappeared on a flight to Beijing, has not been found.

Al Jazeera · Mar 8, 2024

US lawmakers advance bill to force TikTok to cut ties with Chinese owner

Critics say Beijing could force video-sharing app to share data on its US users and spread propaganda.

Al Jazeera · Mar 8, 2024

The MH370 families seeking closure, justice and a fresh search

Compensation cases have stalled in the courts, and authorities are pledging a fresh search only if there is compelling new evidence, leaving victims’ relatives in limbo

The Guardian - AU · Mar 8, 2024

Biden orders US military to establish port in Gaza for aid, say US officials

President Joe Biden will tell Congress on Thursday that he has ordered the US military to set up a port in Gaza to get more humanitarian aid into the beleaguered territory by sea, senior US officials have said. Talks for a truce in Gaza have not yet “broken down”, the…

France 24 · Mar 7, 2024

What We Learned From Chinese Foreign Minister's Press Briefing

China's foreign minister gave a rare press conference to foreign media on Thursday, outlining Beijing's positions on major global issues as it holds annual political meetings known as the Two Sessions.

International Business Times · Mar 7, 2024

FM Wang Yi insists China ‘force for peace’, defends Russian ties

Speaking at a news conference in Beijing, Wang Yi calls for peace talks to end two-year-old Ukraine conflict.

Al Jazeera · Mar 7, 2024

China Will Be Global 'Force For Peace': Foreign Minister

China will be a global force for peace and stability, the country's foreign minister Wang Yi said at a press conference in Beijing on Thursday.

International Business Times · Mar 7, 2024

Senior US Lawmaker To Attend Taiwan Presidential Inauguration

A top US lawmaker said Wednesday he would visit Taiwan for the inauguration of President-elect Lai Ching-te, a year after his last trip to the self-governing democracy provoked anger from China.

International Business Times · Mar 7, 2024

‘Big bullies’: Maldives turns away from India as China woos it with aid

Defence deal signed by islands’ pro-Beijing president has ignited a row with powerful neighbour and benefactor

The Guardian - UK · Mar 7, 2024

Asean-Australia meeting ends with warning against actions that 'endanger peace'

Leaders from Southeast Asia and Australia warned against actions that "endanger peace" in the South China Sea following fresh confrontations between Beijing and the Philippines in contested waters. France, another Pacific player, is concerned as well.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 6, 2024