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The move comes as the United States and China are in the heat of a trade war. (Representational Image)

Correct mistake, withdraw sanctions or bear consequences: China warns US

US has hit a Chinese military organisation with punishing financial sanctions for buying Russian fighter jets and missiles.

21 Sep 2018 2:40 PM

'Those who oppose the BRI or the CPEC shall never succeed as this is an initiative of peace and development not only for China but for region and beyond,' it quoted Xi as saying. (Photo: File)

Those opposing economic corridor will 'never succeed': China to Pak

General Bajwa, who is in China, called on Xi Jinping after his meetings with the top Chinese military officials.

20 Sep 2018 2:29 PM

China gets back at Donald Trump with duty hike on USD 60 billion US imports

'If the United States insists on raising tariffs even more, China will respond accordingly,' finance ministry said in a statement.

18 Sep 2018 7:24 PM

People with umbrellas walk against strong winds from Typhoon Mangkhut at Nanshan District in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong Province. (Photo: AP)

4 killed, 3.11 million evacuated as Typhoon Mangkhut lashes China

Mangkhut landed at 5 pm on Sunday on the coast of Jiangmen City in Guangdong province, packing winds up to 162 km per hour.

17 Sep 2018 1:27 PM

China will not be content to only play defence in an escalating trade war with the United States, a widely read Chinese tabloid warned, as Trump was expected to announce new tariffs on USD 200 billion in Chinese goods as early as Monday. (Photo: AP)

China won’t just play defence in trade war with US: Media

US and China already levied duties on USD 50 bn worth of each other’s goods in intensifying row that has jolted global financial markets.

17 Sep 2018 1:22 PM

The attack took place as people had gathered in a square by the river in Hengdong county. (Photo: AFP)

9 killed, 46 injured as man rams SUV into crowd in China

The driver, Zanyun, first ploughed through people with his vehicle and later got out of it and went on rampage attacking people with knife.

13 Sep 2018 3:03 PM

Official seal notices are placed on the backdoor entrance of the Zion church after it was shutdown by authorities in Beijing, Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2018. (Photo: AP)

China to regulate online religious activity amid crackdown on churches, mosques

Anyone wishing to provide religious instruction or services online must apply by name and judged morally fit and politically reliable.

11 Sep 2018 2:37 PM

Others tried to mimic the sultry moves, with several small boys gyrating their hips and dancing around each other. In the background, shocked parents could be heard commenting about the suitability of the performance. (Photo: Screengrab)

China kindergarten principal sacked over pole dance show at school

Videos circulating on social media showed a scantily-clad dancer in hot pants shimmying up and down a pole to thumping music.

04 Sep 2018 1:12 PM

'China does not interfere in Africa's internal affairs and does not impose its own will on Africa. What we value is the sharing of development experience and the support we can offer to Africa's national rejuvenation and prosperity,' Xi said. (Photo: File)

No strings attached, says Xi Jinping on funding for vanity projects in Africa

Xi said plan, for which Beijing has pledged USD 126 bn, would help provide resources and facilities for Africa and expand shared markets.

03 Sep 2018 1:55 PM

Silk Road project envisions the construction of railways, roads and ports across the globe, with Beijing providing billions of dollars in loans to many countries. (Photo: AFP)

In China's 'Silk Road' project, nations fear walking into ‘debt trap’

Concerns are being raised that China is setting up debt traps in countries which may lack the means to pay back.

02 Sep 2018 5:35 PM

Ning Jizhe, vice-chairman of the National Development Reform Commission (NDRC), made the remarks at a news conference in Beijing. (Representational Image)

Belt and Road initiative is not a debt trap, says China

The Belt and Road initiative, first mentioned in a speech Chinese President Xi Jinping gave in Kazakhstan in 2013.

28 Aug 2018 10:53 AM

'By the latest count, 18 people have been found dead and 19 have been taken to hospital,' the agency said, citing local authorities. (Representational Image)

18 killed as fire breaks out at hotel in China's Harbin: reports

The blaze broke out during the night at the hotel in Harbin, capital of the northeastern Heilongjiang province.

25 Aug 2018 1:50 PM

China hopes the two countries can jointly stay committed to regional peace and development. (Representational Image)

Willing to play constructive role in easing India-Pakistan relations, says China

China welcomed the 'positive' remarks of PM Modi and his new Pakistani counterpart Imran Khan on improving bilateral ties.

23 Aug 2018 8:46 AM

The discussions failed to reduce tensions as the United States slapped tariffs on USD 34 billion worth of Chinese goods in early July, triggering an immediate dollar-for-dollar retaliation from Beijing. (Photo: File | Representational)

China to send negotiator to US for trade talks this month

The two countries plan to launch a new round of tit-for-tat tariffs on USD 16 billion worth of goods from each country on August 23.

16 Aug 2018 3:21 PM

In Zhewan village, one of the worst-hit villages in Sijie, 80 per cent of homes were damaged, according to Gao Guangjin, a Party official with the village. (Photo: AP | Representational)

Magnitude-5 quake hits China, 18 injured

The epicentre of the quake which struck on Sunday was at a depth of seven kilometres, China Earthquake Networks Centre said.

14 Aug 2018 2:36 PM

China, however, saw a goods trade surplus of USD 155.9 billion in H1 2018. (Photo: File)

First time in 20 yrs, China’s imports exceed exports amid trade war with US

China has reported a current account deficit of USD 28.3 billion in the first half of this year.

08 Aug 2018 12:34 PM

The hypersonic aircraft was designed by the CAAA in collaboration with the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation. (Photo: File | Representational)

Technological breakthrough: China successfully tests first hypersonic aircraft

The Xingkong-2 or Starry Sky-2, was launched in a target range located in Northwest China on Friday last.

06 Aug 2018 3:55 PM

Washington is expected to soon implement tariffs on an additional USD 16 billion of Chinese goods, which China has already announced it will match immediately. (Photo: File | Representational)

China plans tariffs on USD 60 billion of US goods in latest trade salvo

US tightened pressure for trade concessions from Beijing by proposing a higher 25 per cent tariff on USD 200 bn worth of Chinese imports.

04 Aug 2018 9:25 AM

China’s top Buddhist monk accused of sexual assault, temple denies claims

Xuecheng is member of top political advisory body and head of govt-affiliated Buddhist Association of China.

03 Aug 2018 1:55 PM

Hunt is in China in a bid to strengthen trade ties with Beijing ahead of Britain's exit from the European Union next year. (Photo: File/AP)

UK foreign minister refers to Chinese wife as 'Japanese' during China visit

Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt, on his first official visit to China, quickly acknowledged the 'terrible' error.

30 Jul 2018 4:17 PM

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