China

The virus was first identified in the Chinese city of Wuhan in December 2019

Intensifying tech war between Beijing and Washington risks tearing the fabric of the internet

Minister of planning says CPEC must for Pakistan’s economic growth, regional connectivity

The two regions agreed to end their diplomatic rift and re-open embassies after years of hostility

Hopes to capitalise on rising labour costs, zero textile export tariffs

Iran, Saudi Arabia agreed to resume diplomatic ties in deal brokered by China

Turmoil in global banking sector, war in Ukraine pose challenges

Beijing offers world a new kind of modernity by defying western template, experts agree at Boao forum

Equipped with a new, longer-range ballistic missile, Chinese arms can hit the continental United States, analysts say

According to Haggerty, global body's 'paramount concern' is safety of players

Lauds China for economic development, poverty alleviation

Announcement comes as nation struggles with external liquidity

Group of synthetic aperture radar satellites launched from Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in northern Shanxi province

The deal will enable China and Brazil to conduct their massive trade and financial transactions directly

Defense Ministry also opposes hikes in military budgets with excuse of ‘China threat’

The rollover is not a loan but a financial deposit to be kept at the central bank

To reduce emissions, Beijing has lent 300b yuan via relending tool

Splits into six units days after Jack Ma’s return to China

Federal minister says BRI provides developing countries with investment to fill economic gaps

Analysts said breakup could ease scrutiny over tech giant whose sprawling business has been a target of regulators

Argentina received the most, with $111.8b, followed by Pakistan with $48.5b, shows study

Decision becomes complicated as US invites Taiwan, but not China and Turkey

The two companies will be supplied with 690,000 bpd of crude oil

While it won’t end mistrust between Iran & S Arabia overnight, detente between them is a transformational development

Chinese brands such as Haval, Chery and Geely now account for 40% of new car sales

Explore green solutions to enhance quality, quantity of citrus fruit

Flax a promising crop that can produce edible oil to meet Pakistan’s needs

It was one of IMF's requirements set for country for staff-level agreement

Aims to cut costs by reducing staff numbers and improving management efficiency

Under this initiative, youth get technical knowhow, job opportunities

Solar goods exhibitor says Pakistan should opt for industrial transfer from China

As Xi-Putin meeting stirs unease in Western capitals, China claims talks mark crucial step towards peace, stability

‘Such act may escalate Palestine-Israel tensions,’ says Beijing

It comes in response to US-sourced reports that alleged ‘rounds of Chinese ammunition’ were used in Ukraine

Growth of China-Russia relations made important contributions to development, progress of world, says Xi in Moscow

Ties between India-China have been frosty since 2020 when soldiers from both sides were killed on Himalayan frontier

Senior diplomat says pact likely to have trickle-down effect as most conflicts are intertwined

At least 24 soldiers were killed when the two sides clashed in the region in mid-2020

Xi should encourage Putin to withdraw Russian troops from Ukraine, a spokesperson for British PM Sunak says

Recovers after China approved second loan tranche of $500m

Beijing "hopes that all parties will exercise restraint, resume peace talks as soon as possible", says Qin Gang

Chinese power plants facing restrictions on coal import

After three years since the COVID-19 pandemic hit, China allows all categories of visas to be issued

New premier zeroes in on 'high-quality development' policy in first press meeting

New govt to continue to deepen reform and reach the 'ultimate goal' of a better life for the people, says Li

Li's new post is viewed as largely diplomatic and ceremonial but is being closely watched given his background

China's involvement has already drawn skepticism in Washington about Beijing's motives

Leadership watchers say Li Qiang's closeness to Xi is both a strength and a vulnerability

Rice industry facing series of challenges amid global headwinds

Biden administration officials say the pandemic's origins may never be known