The Latest Breaking News from China

Australia could see a solar cell ‘renaissance’ if global supply chain is diversified

International Energy Agency report finds China controls the bulk of world’s PV manufacturing

The Guardian - AU · Jul 8, 2022

Shanghai faces 'relatively high' risk of further COVID community spread

China's commercial hub Shanghai faces a "relatively high" risk of further community transmission of COVID-19, Lei Zhenglong, an official at the National Health Commission, said on Friday.

Reuters · Jul 8, 2022

North Korean streets flooded as heavy rains exacerbate economic crisis

North Korean towns along the border with China were flooded this week after heavy rain, threatening to exacerbate an already critical food and economic situation in the country.

Reuters · Jul 8, 2022

China gears up for disasters as flood season enters 'critical period'

All of China must prepare for potential disasters as this year's flood season reaches a pivotal period, a government official warned on Friday, after months of torrential rains and floods, the worst for some in more than a century.

Reuters · Jul 8, 2022

Australia, New Zealand say Pacific must discuss China

Australia and New Zealand’s prime ministers have agreed that security concerns regarding China’s expanding influence must be discussed at a meeting of western Pacific leaders

The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2022

Australia seeks to stabilise China ties, says FM Wong ahead of meeting

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong said the country's new government wants to stabilise its relationship with Beijing but will not make any concessions on national interest when she meets her Chinese counterpart on Friday.

Reuters · Jul 8, 2022

China demands end to US-Taiwan military 'collusion'

China has demanded the U.S. cease military “collusion” with Taiwan during a virtual meeting between the joint chiefs of staff from the two sides

The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2022

Shanghai reopens cinemas but COVID risks 'relatively high'

Shanghai reopened most cinemas on Friday, sticking to a plan of gradual resumption of daily activities after it lifted a two-month COVID-19 lockdown in June, while also trying, like several other Chinese cities, to contain resurgent infections.

Reuters · Jul 8, 2022

China COVID monitoring app cuts travel history scrutiny

China's national authorities are reducing scrutiny of citizens' travel history for COVID-19 monitoring, requiring that a mandatory mobile app shows the previous seven days of travel, down from 14, an adjustment likely to boost domestic tourism.

Reuters · Jul 8, 2022

Will Australia’s new climate policy be enough to reset relations with Pacific nations?

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is hoping his government’s more ambitious climate policy will help reset Pacific relations when he meets with island leaders next week.

The Conversation · Jul 8, 2022