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China

Journalist and activist in China’s first #MeToo case jailed

Huang Xueqin & Wang Jianbing helped spark China’s first #MeToo case in 2018. Working as a freelance journalist, Huang publicised allegations of sexual harassment made by a graduate student against her Ph.D. supervisor at one of China’s most prestigious universities.

14/06/2024

Culture news

Archaeologists uncover Tang Dynasty murals in ancient Taiyuan tomb

Dating back to the 7th to 10th centuries, these murals depict scenes of everyday life, including working scenes, images of horses and camels, and guardian-like figures under trees.

07/06/2024

China

Euroviews. The bonds that bind: Our adversarial sovereign bond habit

No one is obligated to help China fund its war machine. The decision to buy Chinese sovereign bonds should reside with informed investors, Elaine Dezenski and Joshua Birenbaum write.

29/05/2024

Economy

IMF upbeat on China's economic forecast but warns reform still needed

The projections come as Beijing powers ahead with recovery efforts to lift itself from a prolonged property crisis.

29/05/2024

China

Putin and Xi discuss Ukraine war and their 'no limits' partnership

Russia's number one and his Chinese counterpart have pledged to deepen their ties as both increasingly confront the West.

17/05/2024

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WATCH: Eco-Friendly Art and Graffiti Meet at Hong Kong's Art Fair

The Hong Kong Affordable Art Fair offers art lovers original pieces without breaking the bank.

17/05/2024

China

Putin's visit to China: Here's what you should know

Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to China on Thursday could spell trouble for the West.

16/05/2024

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WATCH: Putin gets red-carpet welcome in Beijing

Russia's president met his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Thursday as the two pledged to deepen already close ties.

16/05/2024

China

'We are grateful': Putin thanks China for Ukraine peace initiatives

The authoritarian leaders aim to underscore their unity during a two-day state visit.

16/05/2024

Europe Decoded

Euroviews. Xi's European tour: Some euro, no vision

For China to revive its fortunes, it must fundamentally change course, abandoning its version of predatory state capitalism in favour of the genuine market reforms its trade partners worldwide are calling for, Elaine Dezenski writes.

11/05/2024

China

Trade is at the heart of EU-China relations, experts say

A renewed focus on Beijing comes amid Chinese President Xi Jinping's European tour, at a time when China-EU ties are strained.

08/05/2024

Space

China sends probe to collect samples from far side of the Moon

China has dispatched lunar probe Chang'e-6 to the far side of the Moon where it will collect samples to return to Earth.

03/05/2024

Health news

Chinese scientist allowed back in his lab after sit-in protest

The scientist had published the first sequence of the virus that causes COVID-19 in 2020.

01/05/2024

Health news

Chinese scientist protests after being locked out of his lab

A collaborator confirmed to AP on Monday the protest was taking place.

30/04/2024

China

Blinken meets Chinese President Xi as US-China spar over key issues

Recent months have seen more frequent talks between the two sides, despite growing disparities.

26/04/2024

China

Chinese president to visit France, Serbia and Hungary in May

The symbolically-rich trip comes at a crucial time with Russia advancing in Ukraine and escalating trade tensions between Beijing and Brussels.

25/04/2024

Business

VW and other European electric car makers fight to catch up with China

Volkswagen and other European giants risk falling behind in an industry where manufacturing and sales dynamics are changing with incredible speed.

25/04/2024

China

Germany's Scholz rules out decoupling from China

The three-day visit of Germany's leader to China comes after Beijing slammed the EU as “reckless” following investigations into whether state subsidies are giving Chinese companies an unfair advantage.

16/04/2024

Economy

China’s economy beats expectations and grows 5.3% in first quarter

Strong output figures exceeded expectations although the country’s property crisis weighed on growth.

16/04/2024

Green News

Scientists warn about rise of greenhouse gas 24,000x stronger than CO2

An electrifying China is largely behind the increase in emissions of SF6, which is used to insulate power lines.

07/04/2024

Mobility

Chinese electronics maker Xiaomi launches 'connected' smart EV

Xiaomi is a well-known maker of smart consumer electronics in China, with its new EV boasting lots of new smart features.

29/03/2024

Living

Bright lights at night could increase your risk of stroke

Stroke risk increases with outdoor light pollution and 80% of people could be affected, a new study finds.

26/03/2024

Business

China chips away at use of Intel and AMD units in government computers

The step comes as Beijing adopts new rules to replace foreign technology with its own.

25/03/2024

Design

In Pictures: Huawei's R&D campus and Chinese 'European' villages

Why does China have so many areas designed to look like European destinations? From Paris to Oxford or Bruges, several historic sites have been replicated in a celebration of European architectural culture.

20/03/2024

Business

Doing business in China getting tougher, European business group says

The study echoes concerns that have been raised by European and US companies operating in China. Foreign investment fell 8% last year from a year earlier as companies recalibrated their commitments in the world’s second-largest economy.

20/03/2024

Destinations

Why China should be at the top of your 2024 bucket list

Packed with culture, cuisines and futuristic cities, now is the time to visit China for an unforgettable holiday this year.

18/03/2024