China claims virtually the entire sea, a key trade route, which has been occupied by Filipino forces and civilians for decades.
China’s March bank lending seen surging on post-holiday rebound
March new loans seen at 3.4 trln yuan vs 900 bln yuan in Feb March M2 growth seen at 8.9% y/y vs 9.0% y/y in Feb Loans, money supply data due April 10-15 BEIJING, April 9 (Reuters) – Chinese banks …
Philippines unveils new coast guard command in disputed South China Sea
The Philippine Coast Guard unveiled on Thursday its first dedicated command center in the Spratly island chain, a flashpoint in the disputed South China Sea that has been the site of repeated …
Vietnam’s Top Leader Will Make Four-Day Visit to China, Chinese State Media Says
BEIJING, April 9 (Reuters) – Vietnam’s top leader To Lam will visit China next week from April 14 to 17, Chinese state news agency Xinhua said on Thursday.
China reacts to Iran ceasefire after Trump credits Beijing
Beijing has a strong stake in the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz as a large percentage of its oil imports pass through it.
China is an innovation powerhouse — but it should do more fundamental research
As the country looks to commercial companies to drive innovation, it has a golden opportunity to support open science and increase its output in key areas.
Why Pakistan and China brokered a fragile Iran ceasefire
Pakistan and China mediated a temporary peace between the US and Israel, and Iran, pausing hostilities and opening the Strait of Hormuz. Here’s why.
China says Afghanistan and Pakistan agreed to explore a ‘comprehensive solution’ to conflict
Afghanistan and Pakistan said that they won’t “take actions that would escalate or complicate the situation” while China mediates over the deadly cross-border conflict.
How China Built Its Vast Natural Gas Stockpile
Natural gas is hard to store, but China has found a way to do it, while also developing alternate suppliers and expanding production at home.
China cycle 2026: Building a global platform to advance global cooperation and innovation
Set for May 5–8 in Shanghai, China Cycle 2026 connects global brands and buyers in the world’s largest bicycle and e-bike manufacturing market.