World leaders flock to Beijing, hedging against U.S. disruptions

Nations that avoided China in recent years are now sending their leaders to Beijing for meetings with Chinese President Xi ...

U.S. Allies Are Drawing Closer to China, but on Beijing’s Terms

As Washington unsettles its partners, Beijing is reaping diplomatic gains, without backing down on human rights, trade or security.

Philippines tells Beijing it is alarmed over escalating verbal tussle in South China Sea dispute

The Philippines has told China that it is alarmed about heated exchanges with Chinese diplomats in Manila over the ...
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Why Young Chinese Are Shunning Parenthood Despite Beijing’s Pleas

According to the latest official data, China’s birth count registered a historic low last year, just 7.92 million births, a ...

In Beijing, Starmer and Xi Seek a Way Around a Volatile U.S.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer of Britain is seeking to promote economic ties for growth, offering China’s leader, Xi Jinping, a way to court one of America’s allies.

Black puffers dominate Beijing winter fashion; Public-organized beauty contest amuses netizens as a puppy takes first place

A "black puffer jacket appreciation" contest is held in Beijing on January 31, 2026. Photo: Netizen's post. Beijing's chilly ...

'Capitulation in Beijing' and 'Revolt over cancelled elections'

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is pictured alongside China's Xi Jinping on most of Friday's papers.

Xi signals push for yuan reserve status as Beijing eyes bigger role in global finance

Xi Jinping pushes renminbi as a global trade and reserve currency; learn what reforms, market shifts and risks mean for ...