The Latest Breaking News from China

Mass evacuations in Beijing as Typhoon Dolphin brings more torrential rain to China

Forecasters warned the Chinese capital could receive more than one-third of its average annual rainfall over 24 hours

The Guardian - AU · Aug 12

Passenger jet billed as China’s answer to Boeing and Airbus prepares to make first international flight

The Comac C919 will fly from Beijing to Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia, although experts say it could take generations for it to challenge the west’s dominance of the industry

The Guardian - AU · Aug 12

China told to respect Pacific sovereignty after missile

Pacific Island nations are sending a "message" to China following its missile test, with Australia joining a US-led call for advance notice for future launches.

AAP · Aug 12

No slow encroachment in Arunachal Pradesh by China, Army and ITBP geared up to dominate the border: Sources

India rejects China's claims on Arunachal Pradesh as an integral part. Sources state the Army and ITBP are prepared to monitor Chinese activities. Past Chinese incursions and territorial claims are noted in historical context. India emphasizes maintaining peace and tranquility along the Line of Actual Control. Diplomatic and military channels…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

In 1981, China began planting billions of trees to restore degraded land. Decades later, the 78-billion-tree effort produced a surprising outcome: it altered the water cycle, sending more rain to some regions while drying out others

China’s decades-long reforestation campaign has dramatically expanded vegetation across the country, including through the Three-North Shelterbelt, or “The Great Green Wall.” According to Reuters, China added about 116,000 square miles of trees, while forest coverage increased substantially. However, a 2025 study in Earth’s Future found that the transformation has also…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

UK Navy forced to strip out internet connectivity from drones after finding it sent 'heartbeat communications' to China

British Navy drones fitted with Chinese-made camera parts were found secretly sending signals back to China, prompting sovereignty concerns.

TechRadar · Aug 11

SK hynix to expand production capacity in China as it mulls Solidigm IPO, report claims — second phase of fab could boost local production by 50%

As demand for high-end data center SSDs peak, SK hynix upgrades its Chinese facilities and plans Solidigm listing at NASDAQ.

Tom’s Hardware · Aug 11

Russia's oil exports to Asia via Arctic route start strongly, sources say and data shows

Russia is shipping crude oil via its Arctic route faster than last year. Seven cargoes carrying six million barrels are already heading to Asia. This route significantly cuts journey times to China compared to traditional sea lanes. Mild ice conditions and logistical issues elsewhere support these Arctic shipments. Increased oil…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

‘Everything about me is good in his eyes’: the women in China choosing AI boyfriends over human men

In her new documentary Replica, film-maker Chouwa Liang taps into her own experience of finding love with artificial intelligence and makes contact with other women like her

The Guardian - AU · Aug 11

China's rapidly expanding aircraft carrier fleet may be vulnerable to submarine attacks: Report

China's growing aircraft carrier fleet faces potential submarine threats. A US think tank report highlights this vulnerability in the western Pacific. Submarine ambushes could exploit gaps in China's undersea detection capabilities. The report suggests US and allied forces could counter these carriers. China must improve its undersea defenses to match…

The Economic Times · Aug 11