The Latest Breaking News from Beijing

China accuses Taiwan of ‘hyping up’ military threat ahead of elections

Taiwan’s presidential and parliamentary polls on January 13 are expected to shape the island’s relations with Beijing.

Al Jazeera · Dec 28, 2023

China asks citizens to evacuate Myanmar border area over security risks

Fighting continues in restive border area despite Beijing’s attempts to broker truce between military, armed groups.

Al Jazeera · Dec 28, 2023

Hong Kong man jailed for 6 years after pleading guilty to a terrorism charge over a foiled bomb plot

A Hong Kong man has been sentenced to six years in prison after pleading guilty to a terrorism charge under a Beijing-imposed national security law

The Independent UK · Dec 28, 2023

China looks for the diplomatic ‘sweet spot’ between panda and wolf

China’s pandas have returned home and its wolf warriors have fallen silent as Beijing shifts its diplomatic approach.

Al Jazeera · Dec 26, 2023

13 Dead, 46 Injured In Explosion At Indonesia Nickel Plant

The island of Sulawesi is a hub for the mineral-rich country's production of nickel, a base metal used for electric vehicle batteries and stainless steel, and Beijing's growing investment has stoked unrest over working conditions at its facilities.

Latin Times · Dec 25, 2023

Beijing sees most hours of sub-freezing temperatures in December since 1951

Beijing recorded the most hours of sub-freezing temperatures in December in more than seven decades as a cold wave has enveloped northern and central swathes of China, bringing snowstorms and record-breaking temperatures

The Independent UK · Dec 25, 2023

Gao Yaojie obituary

Doctor and Aids activist who uncovered China’s blood contamination scandal despite resistance from health officials

The Guardian - UK · Dec 24, 2023

Tibet’s exiled leaders visit Paris as Chinese repression continues

Exiled Tibetan leaders have been travelling to Paris to meet with members of the diaspora as Beijing steps up its forceful integration policies of ethnic minorities. RFI spoke to one of them, exiled foreign minister “Kalon” Norzin Dolma.

Radio France Internationale · Dec 23, 2023

Taiwan spots Chinese warships, aircraft near island ahead of elections

Increased activity along Taiwan Strait comes ahead of January 13 polls.

Al Jazeera · Dec 23, 2023

Can China, U.S., avoid war in 2024?

The two presidents stepped back from the brink in San Francisco. But they haven't ended the danger of war

Salon · Dec 22, 2023