The Latest Breaking News from Beijing

Hong Kong votes in legislative election after deadly fire

Hong Kong voters are casting ballots Sunday in their second legislative election since a 2021 overhaul eliminated the pro-democracy opposition

The Independent UK · Dec 7, 2025

‘Don’t say we didn’t warn you’: Hong Kong foreign media told not to cause trouble after fire

Beijing security agency accuses international journalists of disregarding facts and smearing government

The Guardian - UK · Dec 6, 2025

Why China is watching Trump’s Venezuela campaign closely

Donald Trump’s campaign against Venezuela escalated recently with the US president announcing that the country’s airspace should be considered “closed”. This is a move that has preceded US military interventions in the past, perhaps most notably in Iraq in 2003.

The Conversation · Dec 5, 2025

What to know about Hong Kong's legislative election after a fire raised governance concerns

The deadliest fire in Hong Kong in decades is putting pressure on Beijing’s governance system in the city

The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2025

What is Taiwan and why is it important? A new study shows Australians struggle to answer these questions

Recently, a new documentary was screened across Australia about the late Taiwanese Australian professor Chwei-Liang Chiou, who dedicated his life to improving relations between Taiwan and Australia.

The Conversation · Dec 4, 2025

World risks 'disintegration of the international order' as Macron urges Xi to back Ukraine peace

China has provided strong diplomatic support to Russia since its 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine and has also extended an economic lifeline through increased trade.

Euronews · Dec 4, 2025

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang unsure if China would buy its H200 chips if restrictions are relaxed as Beijing prioritizes homegrown AI solutions — 'We don’t know. We have no clue.'

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admits that he has no idea whether Nvidia can sell its H200 chips in China even if Washington allows the company to export them.

Tom’s Hardware · Dec 4, 2025

Nvidia CEO Huang Blasts Proposed State AI Laws Moments After Trump Meeting

America’s escalating chip crackdown on China took center stage this week, drawing sharp warnings from Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:NVDA) chief Jensen Huang and investors who say U.S. policy could redefine the future of the semiconductor industry.

Benzinga · Dec 4, 2025

Macron urges China to help end Ukraine war and ease Europe trade tensions

On his fourth visit to China since taking office, Emmanuel Macron is urging Beijing to support peace efforts in Ukraine and to address Europe’s long-running trade imbalance.

Radio France Internationale · Dec 4, 2025

Security concerns over new Chinese embassy addressed amid Starmer trip rumours

A decision on the proposed new Chinese embassy has been delayed until January 20 but Dan Jarvis told MPs security concerns had been addressed.

Evening Standard · Dec 3, 2025