The Latest Breaking News from China

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin arrives in China with ‘serious expectations’ for Xi summit

'Old friends' Xi and Putin to meet over tea, enjoy a banquet and sign a series of bilateral commitments

The Independent UK · May 19

US Stock Market: Foreign holdings of US Treasuries fall in March as Japan, China cut exposure

Foreign holdings of U.S. Treasuries dipped in March to $9.348 trillion, down from a record high, as major investors like Japan and China reduced their exposure. Despite this monthly decline, overall foreign investment in U.S. financial assets remained robust, with significant inflows into corporate bonds and continued interest in equities.

The Economic Times · May 19

5 Animals That May Disappear Sooner Than You Think

Some species are disappearing so silently that the world barely notices. No breaking news. No sudden alarms. Just shrinking forests, polluted rivers, warming oceans, and animal populations falling year after year. Some creatures now survive in such tiny numbers that scientists struggle to even find them in the wild. And…

Times Pets · May 19

From sanctioned cars to beauty clinics, Russian rubles have flowed into China’s border towns since Ukraine war

Suifenhe, a small city in China’s economically depressed rust belt, is a microcosm of an evolving Chinese-Russian trading relationship

The Guardian - AU · May 19

A strong quake in south China kills 2 and triggers evacuation of 7,000

A 5.2 magnitude earthquake has struck south China's Guangxi region, killing two people and toppling buildings

The Independent UK · May 19

Trump’s shifting remarks on Taiwan are perfect for China to exploit

President’s remarks about Taiwan arms deals being a ‘negotiating chip’ with Beijing have been seized on by Chinese state media

The Guardian - UK · May 19

Quote of the day by Lao Tzu: 'Those who know do not speak. Those who speak...' Life lessons on knowledge, human behavior, education and smartness by Chinese Daoism first philosopher Laozi

Quote of the day by Lao Tzu explores the famous line “Those who know do not speak. Those who speak do not know.” The saying links knowledge, education, human behavior, wisdom, silence, and smart thinking with Daoism and the life of Laozi. This explainer shares meaning, history, biography, legends, and…

The Economic Times · May 18

Wheat Rally Holds Up on Monday on US/China Trade Numbers

The wheat market was sharply higher across all three exchanges on Monday, following a White House fact sheet release over the weekend. Chicago SRW futures were 17 ¾ to 28 ¾ cents higher across the board. KC HRW futures were 13 to 16 ¼ cents in the green at the...

Barchart · May 18

Corn Rallies to Start the Week on US/China Trade Details

Corn futures were in rally mode on Monday, as contracts closed 14 ½ to 21 ¼ cents higher across most 26/27 contracts. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was back up 21 1/4 cents to $4.37 1/2. NASS Crop Progress data showed the US corn crop at 76% planted...

Barchart · May 18

MAGA Meltdown: Trump Treasury Secretary Denied Entry by Chinese Security in Cringe-Worthy Scene

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was briefly blocked from a state event in China, highlighting tensions during President Trump's diplomatic visit. The incident quickly went viral online.

International Business Times UK · May 18