China One small step... China launches first cargo spacecraft China has taken another step forward in its space programme with the launch of its first cargo spacecraft. 20/04/2017
No Comment Sandstorm in southern Xinjiang Massive sandstorm hits southern China devastating crops and bringing traffic to a halt. 20/04/2017
China China 'seriously concerned' over North Korea missile warnings China’s foreign ministry has expressed ‘serious concern’ over its ally North Korea’s warning of further missile tests and the eventual possibility of nuclear… 19/04/2017
Economy Shanghai Auto Show: SUVs versus NEVs At the Shanghai Auto Show carmakers fight for a share of the world's largest market for new vehicles, with new energy vehicles in the spotlight. 19/04/2017
China Chinese activist returns voluntarily says Taiwan Taiwanese authorities say Zhang Xiangzhong met immigration officials reviewing his case and decided it would be the "best solution" to return to China on Wednesday. 19/04/2017
China China moves ahead with ancient Silk Road revival China is moving forward with an ambitious project to build a new Silk Road linking Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Europe. 19/04/2017
No Comment Thousands make big catch at Chinese fishing festival Locals held a fishing carnival in Menglian County of southwest China’s Yunnan Province to celebrate the traditional Dai New Year on Wednesday. 14/04/2017
Economy Chinese exports/imports beat forecasts as Trump softens anti-Beijing rhetoric China's 2017 export outlook has brightened on forecast-beating trade growth in March and as President Trump abruptly shifts policy. 13/04/2017
No Comment Love dispute leads to car accident A driver in south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region drove his off-road vehicle into a street lamp after arguing with his wife on the phone. 10/04/2017
Sport Business as usual as Hamilton wins Shanghai Grand Prix Lewis Hamilton mastered Shanghai's changing conditions and stayed clear of squabbling rivals to win the Chinese Formula One Grand Prix on Sunday. 09/04/2017
No Comment Giant panda mum breastfeeds cub in the wild A sweet and tender moment was captured on camera when a giant panda mother was spotted breastfeeding her cub in a forest in China. 07/04/2017
China Pink Star diamond sets new world record The world’s most expensive pink diamond has sold at Sotheby’s auction in Hong Kong for a world record price of around 66. 04/04/2017
China It's International Pillow Fight Day April 1 may be best known as April Fools Day, but it also has another, equally frivolous significance. 01/04/2017
No Comment Hong Kong pillow fight Dozens of people dressed in costumes or pyjamas and armed with pillows gathered in Hong Kong on Saturday (April 1) to battle for the 7th International Pillow Fight… 01/04/2017
China Hong Kong: 'Umbrella Revolution' leaders charged over 2014 protests Police in Hong Kong have released on bail nine leaders of the 2014 ‘Umbrella Revolution’ after charging them with public nuisance offences. 27/03/2017
China Hong Kong gets a new leader Critics say Carrie Lam's appointment was a selection and not an election. 26/03/2017
Business Series HSBC to hire 1000 new staff in China Despite slowing Chinese growth HSBC still sees it as a solid bet and will hire a further 1000 staff this year. 24/03/2017
China Beijing Park rolls out toilet tissue security A Beijing park has introduced facial recognition for toilet tissue dispensers in one of the city's busiest public toilets in a bid to wipe out the scourge of toilet roll thieves. 20/03/2017
China North Korea tops Tillerson's talks with Chinese President Xi US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has met Chinese president Xi Jinping at the end of his first trip to Asia since taking office. 19/03/2017
China US and China will "work together" on North Korea US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson made the announcement after talks with his Chinese counterpart in Beijing. 18/03/2017
No Comment Rescued sperm whale waits to be guided back to deep sea A rescued sperm whale, which was trapped in fishing nets in Shenzhen City, south China, is now awaiting further help to be guided back to deeper seas. 15/03/2017
China China closes NPC with warning to US China closes its National People's Congress with a push for trade talks with the US. 15/03/2017
Economy China starts 2017 with robust growth but retail sales disappoint China's latest official statistics show the economy got off to a robust start in 2017 but economists are not sure how long the pace can be sustained. 14/03/2017
Business Series Boeing takes off in China with first overseas plant Boeing's new 737 completion plant in China will aim to deliver 100 planes a year, China's official Xinhua news agency has said. 13/03/2017
No Comment Tiger cubs "adopted" Two female Manchurian tiger cubs abandoned by an inexperienced mother after they were born are now thriving in the Xi’an Qinling Wildlife Park in northwest China’s Shaanxi Province after receiving met 09/03/2017
Business Series China's ZTE to pay massive US fine over Iran, North Korea sanctions busting Chinese telecom equipment maker ZTE has admitted violating laws restricting the sale of US-made technology to Iran and North Korea. 07/03/2017