China up close
Analysis: Xi Jinping sends a message but no flowers to Antony Blinken
China's symbolism indicates that relations with U.S. are deteriorating further
International relations
China woos Argentina, Bolivia and Peru to advance Belt and Road
Beijing pursues broader set of partners amid tensions with U.S.
Defense
China flexes muscle at sea as new aircraft carrier starts trials
Move follows water cannon blasts on Philippine ships, islet tensions with Japan
The Big Story
How China's ad-hoc tech pipeline fuels Russia's Ukraine war efforts
Civilian electronics, sourced from Chinese e-commerce sellers, find their way to the battlefield
Politics
China enlists Tencent, Weibo and Douyin to protect state secrets
Law taking effect Wednesday seen requiring internet companies to help curb leaks
US-China tensions
U.S. law firm Mayer Brown prepares split from Chinese operations
More such moves expected as China business deals slow amid geopolitical tensions
Politics
China to hold key Communist Party plenum in July amid economic pressure
Agenda to focus on reforms and modernization, state media says
Interview
Taiwan hails U.S.-Japan-Philippines ties as 'great deterrent' to China
Foreign Minister Wu says Beijing decision to invade not imminent or inevitable
South China Sea
China fires water cannons at Philippine ships in South China Sea
Manila vessel hit while sailing to Scarborough Shoal amid joint drills with U.S.
Asia Insight
Taiwan's Sunflower protest legacy looms large for incoming president Lai
New generations build pressure for change 10 years after movement paved way for DPP wins
Commodities
China's rare-earth miners suffer profit falls as new supply chains rise
Global shifts and shaky domestic economy hit prices in strategic industry
Politics
China to lift Taiwan tourism restrictions for Fujian residents
Decision announced to delegation from Beijing-friendly KMT opposition
Defense
China spy suspects in U.K. and Germany seen as 'tip of iceberg'
Allegations highlight Europe's tricky balance with Xi Jinping expected to visit soon
Comment
How escalating tensions in Middle East threaten Asia's security
Risk of multifront conflict grows as 'axis of war' nations deepen military ties
Your Week in Asia
Microsoft's boss in Southeast Asia, China PMI, Japan's Kishida at OECD
Your weekly lineup of Asia's biggest business and political events
Middle East crisis
Chinese cargo ships poised to gain from Red Sea tensions
Houthis believed to grant safe passage to nations friendly with Iran
Interview
IMF's Gita Gopinath: Global trade realignment 'going to last a long time'
'It's going to make it harder for us to achieve our common goals'
US-China tensions
Blinken spars with China on Russia support, industrial overcapacity
Secretary of state meets President Xi after over 5 hours with top diplomat Wang Yi
Climate Change
Japan and EU to unify subsidy rules for EVs, solar panels
Two sides aim to reduce supply chain dependence on China
US-China tensions
Blinken's Shanghai visit sets friendly tone amid U.S.-China strains
Secretary of state watches basketball, strolls Bund, hails people-to-people ties
China up close
Analysis: The ulterior motive behind Xi Jinping's latest military reforms
Reorganization of Strategic Support Force shows Xi preparing for a fourth term
US-China tensions
Blinken lands in China on tough mission to curb support for Russia's war
U.S. may have few carrots to entice Beijing amid tensions over industrial glut
Interview
China wants ability to invade Taiwan by 2027, U.S. admiral says
John Aquilino warns Beijing is building up military despite economic challenges
Politics
Solomon Islands election yields no majority for pro-China party
Horse-trading looms for naming the next prime minister
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Business trends
U.S.-China relations 'stable but fragile,' AmCham chief says
American businesses want action, not promises, from Chinese regulators