Iran’s China envoy vows ‘special’ Hormuz treatment for ‘friendly’ countries
Despite US objections, ambassador insists new fees to be charged to vessels transiting Strait of Hormuz.
World
aljazeera.com
05.07.2026
Is China’s new ethnic unity law a step towards forced assimilation?
The government says the law will help forge a shared national identity.
World
aljazeera.com
03.07.2026
What’s China’s new ethnic unity law, and what does it mean for minorities?
Critics say it could hasten forced assimilation, lead to targeting of critics outside China. Beijing rejects charges.
World
aljazeera.com
02.07.2026
North Korea’s Kim hails ‘unshakeable will’ to develop ties with China’s Xi
Kim Jong Un has sent Xi Jinping a congratulatory message to mark the 105th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party.
World
aljazeera.com
01.07.2026
A plane crashed into a tower in Beijing but China is not saying what happened
The collision left holes on the side of the tower, but Beijing has scrubbed other visible traces of the incident.
World
bbc.co.uk
01.07.2026
China slaps export controls on dozens of Japanese entities
China's Ministry of Commerce says measures are a response to Tokyo's 'new militarism'.
World
aljazeera.com
29.06.2026
How is China using AI in the classroom?
How will teaching artificial intelligence help China take on a high-tech future?
World
aljazeera.com
19.06.2026
Trump’s Sharp Turn on China: Embracing It as a Peer Power
President Trump’s warming with Xi Jinping of China, a leader he admires, has ignited anxieties in Washington and across Asia.
Politics
nytimes.com
10.06.2026
China’s Xi, North Korea’s Kim pledge to boost ties at rare Pyongyang summit
President Xi Jinping is on a rare visit to North Korea, where he commits to deeper cooperation with Kim Jong Un.
World
aljazeera.com
09.06.2026
‘As close as lips and teeth’: The highs and lows of China-North Korea ties
Chinese President Xi has been welcomed in Pyongyang for his first visit since 2019.
World
aljazeera.com
09.06.2026
US journalist pleads guilty to working as China's agent
Thomas Weir Pauken II, 50, knowingly worked with people employed by the Chinese government for years.
World
bbc.com
05.06.2026
China cracks down on soft porn, violence and materialism in viral micro dramas
Micro dramas have surged in popularity, but drawn criticism for often sensationalist content.
Culture
bbc.com
05.06.2026
China bans four New Zealand lawmakers over visit to Taiwan
China says the MPs' visit sends the 'wrong signals' to Taiwan's ruling party.
World
aljazeera.com
04.06.2026
China bans four New Zealand MPs over Taiwan visit
Upon their return from Taiwan last month, the lawmakers were told that China had banned them for a year.
World
bbc.com
04.06.2026
China opens its markets to African exports. Who benefits?
China's tariff-free access for many African products has renewed hopes of industrial growth. But trade remains uneven.
World
aljazeera.com
02.06.2026
Every world leader who has visited China in 2026 in one chart
China has hosted 26 leaders from 23 countries this year, underscoring its growing diplomatic and economic influence.
World
aljazeera.com
02.06.2026
China cracks down on 'ghost kitchens' in food delivery apps
"Ghost kitchens", which are listed on apps but have no physical stores, have raised food safety fears.
World
bbc.com
02.06.2026
Japan rejects ‘new militarism’, says China is rapidly arming
Japan accuses China of lacking military transparency and stresses the importance of dialogue for regional stability.
World
aljazeera.com
31.05.2026
Japan defence minister denies militarism and criticises China's 'huge arsenal'
Shinjiro Koizumi makes some of Tokyo's most pointed remarks yet in the dispute over Japan's military build-up.
World
bbc.com
31.05.2026
China urged the EU to adhere to the principles of free trade
China expects the European Union (EU) to adhere to free trade and market competition rules.
Azerbaijan
report.az
30.05.2026