As Trump pursued an unpopular war, Beijing positioned itself as a peacemaker, with little incentive to pressure Iran or annoy the U.S.
India strengthens Sri Lanka maritime push, counters China with strategic bets
India enhances its maritime presence in Sri Lanka to counter China’s influence and strengthen regional logistics capabilities.
New Zealand defends military patrol flight near China
April 18 (Reuters) – New Zealand on Saturday defended the actions of a military patrol aircraft flight near China after Beijing said it had undermined its security interests. China’s foreign ministry …
China expected to keep benchmark lending rates steady after strong GDP data
SHANGHAI, April 17 (Reuters) – China is expected to leave benchmark lending rates unchanged for an 11th consecutive month in April, a Reuters survey showed, as robust first-quarter growth and a …
China’s Warren Buffett calls Pop Mart a long-term buy, hints at Labubu maker stake
Duan Yongping sees Pop Mart as a promising long-term investment, praising its growth potential and unique business model Chinese billionaire investor Duan Yongping touted Pop Mart International Group …
Tycoon Pan Shiyi slams China property ‘Ponzi’ as Evergrande boss pleads guilty
Writing from US in a since-deleted post, Soho China founder warns that property recovery is impossible without buyer trust, as new data shows home sales still plunging.
China Accuses US Ally of Deploying Warship Near Coast
Chinese officials on Friday accused Japan of provoking “trouble” after a Japanese warship transited the Taiwan Strait, as heightened naval activity in the region coincides with growing scrutiny of …
China’s GDP Grows 5% in Q1 2026 in Show of Resilience
China’s Q1 2026 GDP beat forecasts on strong exports and industry output, but supply chain risks and weak demand signal challenges ahead.
Report details rising pressure on underground Catholics as China denies crackdown
Human Rights Watch says China is increasing pressure on 12 million Catholics amid a decade-long campaign to align religion with party ideology.
U.S. intelligence detects signs China is weighing giving Iran advance radar systems
The technology would enhance Iran’s ability to detect and track incoming threats, like low-flying drones and cruise missiles.