The Latest Breaking News from Beijing

Memory chips dominate South Korean president's visit to US

As South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol heads to Washington for a visit, the Financial Times is reporting that the White House has asked Seoul to urge its chipmakers (Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix) not to fill the China shortfalls of US rival Micron in the event of a ban by…

France 24 · Apr 24, 2023

Factbox-Lu Shaye: Chinese envoy who questioned Ukraine's sovereignty no stranger to controversy

Outrage over China's ambassador to France questioning the sovereignty of former Soviet countries like Ukraine reverberated across Europe on Monday as Beijing distanced itself from the envoy's remarks by reaffirming its respect for their status.

Reuters · Apr 24, 2023

Macron slams Chinese ambassador to France for remarks on ex-Soviet states

French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday hit out at China's ambassador to Paris for remarks questioning the sovereignty of former Soviet states, insisting their borders are "inviolable". Follow our blog to see how the day's events unfolded. All times are Paris time (GMT+2).

France 24 · Apr 24, 2023

China, Singapore plan military drills as Beijing forges defence ties

China and Singapore will hold a joint military exercise as soon as this week, their first combined drills since 2021, as Beijing deepens its defence and security ties with Southeast Asia, a region with strong existing U.S. alliances.

Reuters · Apr 24, 2023

Giant panda Ya Ya to return to China from US

BEIJING/WASHINGTON: Female giant panda Ya Ya, having lived in the United States for two decades, will return to China within the next few days, according to the National Forestry and Grassland Administration.

Bangkok Post · Apr 24, 2023

Taiwan’s soft power hard for Beijing to match

Taiwan is smaller and has less access to normal diplomatic avenues but does have one advantage over mainland China.

360info · Apr 24, 2023

Is Taiwan still a ‘beacon of democracy’ in the Chinese world?

Taiwan is celebrated as a vibrant democracy in the shadow of a repressive China, but the complicated reality reveals an opportunity that is yet to be taken.

360info · Apr 24, 2023

China lodges complaint over S Korean president’s Taiwan comments

China’s vice foreign minister rejects Yoon Suk-yeol declaring Taiwan a ‘global issue’ comparable to North Korea.

Al Jazeera · Apr 23, 2023

Italy rethinks its close China ties as US backs stronger break

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is getting dragged into the escalating tensions between Washington and Beijing as she tries to disentangle Italy from its close relationship with China.

Tribune News Service · Apr 22, 2023

War of words: Australia can expect a hostile response from China to strategic defence review

Experts say Australia should look beyond criticism that is largely for domestic Chinese consumption and engage on a broader level

The Guardian - AU · Apr 22, 2023