The Latest Breaking News from China

China labour watchdogs face tough tradeoffs to keep access alive

The Better Cotton Initiative faced scrutiny over its work after partnering with Chinese firm accused of rights abuses.

Al Jazeera · Aug 10, 2022

'Possible reset' for Aust-China trade

Australia and China must resolve their differences with the global economy facing a number of difficulties, the Asian country's ambassador has told journalists.

AAP · Aug 10, 2022

China military 'completes tasks' around Taiwan, plans regular patrols

China's military has "completed various tasks" around Taiwan but will conduct regular patrols, it said on Wednesday, potentially signalling an end to days of war games but also that Beijing will keep up its pressure on the island.

Reuters · Aug 10, 2022

China reaffirms threat of military force to annex Taiwan

China has reaffirmed its threat to use military force to bring self-governing Taiwan under its control

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2022

'We're back, baby': New bill boosts US climate credibility

The U.S. has renewed credibility on global climate issues and will be able to inspire other nations in their own efforts, experts say, after the Democrats pushed their big economic bill through the Senate on Sunday

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2022

Newly identified Langya virus tracked after China reports dozens of cases

Virus, which causes symptoms including fever, fatigue, cough, loss of appetite and muscle aches, is believed to have spread from animals to humans

The Guardian - AU · Aug 10, 2022

Australia, China not yet ready to tackle trade disputes - Chinese envoy

Australia and China have not yet reached the point of talking about how to resolve their trade disputes, the Chinese ambassador to Australia, Xiao Qian, said on Wednesday.

Reuters · Aug 10, 2022

Tropical storm Mulan churns towards COVID-stricken Hainan Island

Strong winds from Tropical Storm Mulan are expected to whip across the South China Sea towards Hainan Island on Wednesday, raising the possibility of disruption to mass testing on the holiday island that is grappling with a big COVID-19 outbreak.

Reuters · Aug 10, 2022

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The Hindu · Aug 10, 2022

U.N.’s terror sanctions regime at an ‘all time low’, says India

In sharply critical speech at Security Council, India envoy calls for “one voice” against terrorism, slams the global body for selectivity

The Hindu · Aug 10, 2022