The Latest Breaking News from Beijing

China seeks stronger ties with Brazil to resist ‘bullying’ on world stage

China’s top diplomat tells Brazil’s FM Mauro Vieira that Beijing-Brazil ties are at their ‘best in history’.

Al Jazeera · Aug 29, 2025

Yuan Stablecoin in Focus: Geopolitical Ambitions Meet Crypto Markets

According to Reuters, Beijing is considering launching a yuan-backed stablecoin. The first review will happen by the end of this month and be led by the State Council.

inkl · Aug 29, 2025

India’s Modi to meet Xi and Putin on first China trip in seven years as US tariffs bite

PM’s four-day trip, which includes Japan visit, comes as Delhi seeks to diversify trade and bolster ties with Beijing

The Guardian - UK · Aug 29, 2025

Kim Jong Un to join Xi and Putin at Beijing military parade in rare trip outside North Korea

Western leaders have shunned China’s ‘Victory Day’ celebrations, while Russia and North Korea are strengthening ties with China

The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2025

North Korea’s Kim, Putin to attend parade in China marking end of WWII

Beijing says 26 world leaders will attend the event in Tiananmen Square, overseen by Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Al Jazeera · Aug 28, 2025

Who is Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong’s jailed media tycoon?

Verdict in Lai’s national security trial is being closely watched as a test of Hong Kong’s rule of law.

Al Jazeera · Aug 28, 2025

Kim Jong-un and Putin to attend Chinese military parade in Beijing next week

North Korea’s state news agency confirmed Kim will visit China at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend celebrations of the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II.

Euronews · Aug 28, 2025

Jimmy Lai: Hong Kong awaits verdict as landmark national security trial concludes

The final arguments have concluded in the national security trial of Hong Kong pro-democracy newspaper founder Jimmy Lai

The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2025

Australia, Canada, Philippine ships hold drills in tense South China Sea

Manila says exercise with Australia, Canada shows a ‘commitment’ to defence cooperation with ‘like-minded nations’.

Al Jazeera · Aug 28, 2025

China could move away from Nvidia AI chips quicker than expected after brash 'addiction' comments from US Commerce Secretary

Political comments triggered China’s Nvidia clampdown, highlighting fragile diplomacy, rising domestic chip promotion, and the rapid acceleration of global decoupling.

TechRadar · Aug 27, 2025