Robots, fraught consumers star in China AI videos mocking tariffs

Robots, fraught consumers star in China AI videos mocking tariffs

Cambodia hails opening of naval base renovated by China

The US has said the Ream Naval Base could give China a key strategic position in Gulf of Thailand

China imposes a 34pc tariff on imports of all U.S. products starting April 10

China imposes a 34% tariff on imports of all US products starting April 10

Taiwan details surge in Chinese activity on last day of war games

China views democratically ruled Taiwan as its own territory

China urges US to immediately lift tariffs, vows retaliation

"China opposes this and will take countermeasures to safeguard its own interests," the ministry said

New Hong Kong police chief to increase security work despite US sanctions

US had sanctioned six senior Chinese and Hong Kong officials

China, EU discuss 'level playing field' on trade, EU's Sefcovic says

China, EU discuss 'level playing field' on trade, EU's Sefcovic says

French foreign minister says China is to delay conclusion of Cognac investigation

French foreign minister says China is to delay conclusion of Cognac investigation

China, France to hold high-level strategic and economic dialogues this year

The meeting comes as US President Trump announced to impose tariffs on trading partners EU and China

Chinese President Xi meets with global CEOs in Beijing, Xinhua reports

China's leader has taken it upon himself to reassure and energise foreign and domestic businesses

US not interfering in Pakistan's affairs, says PML-Q chief

Shujaat also expressed gratitude for China’s ongoing investment initiatives in Pakistan

Taiwan simulates response to large scale disasters, Chinese threats

Taiwan sits on active fault lines and is frequently struck by earthquakes

Trump says he may give China reduction in tariffs to get TikTok deal done

The app briefly went dark in January after the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the ban

France's foreign minister is in China to discuss Ukraine and trade issues

Europe has long complained of unfair Chinese trade practices

FinMin says Pakistan issuing Panda Bonds to access China's Capital Market

Panda Bonds will connect Pakistan’s capital markets with China

Taiwan to channel World War Two spirit to bolster response to China's threats

The republican government fled to Taiwan in 1949 after losing a war to Mao Zedong's Communists

China's glacier area shrinks by 26% over six decades

Data showed that China's total glacier area was around 46,000 sq/kms, with around 69,000 in 2020

US adds dozens of Chinese entities to export blacklist, including Inspur units

The Chinese embassy said it "firmly oppose these acts taken by the US and demand immediate stoppage"

China poses biggest military, cyber threat to US, intel chiefs say

China poses biggest military, cyber threat to US, intel chiefs say

US Senator asks for probe on whether China is trying to thwart US spectrum efforts

US Senator asks for probe on whether China is trying to thwart US spectrum efforts

China says it has not received any asylum application from Philippines' Duterte

The former president was arrested on March 11 at Manila's main airport

China's restaurants race to the bottom in deflation-hit economy

China's restaurants race to the bottom in deflation-hit economy

Pro-Trump senator meets Chinese Premier Li with US executives

Beijing has been trying to attract foreign investment to offset U.S. tariff pressure

Chinese premier warns of 'rising instability' at key business forum

Beijing is keen to attract foreign investment at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions

Three years after China Eastern plane crash, regulator has not released report

Three years after China Eastern plane crash, regulator has not released report

Trump denies Musk to be briefed on top-secret plan for potential war with China

"China will not even be mentioned or discussed," Trump said in a post about the Pentagon meeting

French foreign minister plans visit to China, says tariff-hit cognac lobby

Cognac industry has been caught up in two distinct international trade disputes

US will be hit by 'high tariffs' from other countries, China's Global Times warns

Beijing is widely expected to quickly react to the April tariffs should they come to pass

In TikTok sale, the White House is playing an unprecedented role

In TikTok sale, the White House is playing an unprecedented role

China's BYD unveils faster-charging EV platform, aims to build over 4,000 charging piles

China's BYD unveils faster-charging EV platform, aims to build over 4,000 charging piles

Foreign CEOs to flock to China for key summit, Xi meeting, sources say

Beijing is keen to attract foreign investment at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions

China's Jan-Feb industrial output slows, retail sales growth picks up speed

The data followed weaker-than-expected exports and inflation indicators earlier this month

China looks to boost consumption amid consumer squeeze

China looks to boost consumption amid consumer squeeze

China's Baidu launches two new AI models as industry competition heats up

"ERNIE X1 delivers performance on par with DeepSeek R1 at only half the price," Baidu said

China's Xi declines invitation to EU-China anniversary summit, FT reports

Beijing told EU that Premier Li Qiang would meet presidents of the European Council and Commission

China to crack down on stock market fake news as AI spurs misinformation, says state media

China to crack down on stock market fake news as AI spurs misinformation, says state media

China's CATL sees slowest profit growth in six years

China's CATL sees slowest profit growth in six years

China, Iran, Russia kick off talks in Beijing on Iran's nuclear issues

In 2015, Iran reached a deal to curb its nuclear programme in exchange for the lifting of sanctions

China, Russia, Iran to hold nuclear talks in Beijing on Friday

China will hold a meeting on Friday in Beijing with Russia and Iran on the Iranian "nuclear issue"

China's unions say employers should not ask female job seekers about marital, childbearing status

During the recruitment process, employers should not give priority to men, said the notice

Pakistan seeks deeper ties with China in economy, technology

It aims to strengthen collaboration in AI

OpenAI launches new developer tools as Chinese AI startups gain ground

OpenAI launches new developer tools as Chinese AI startups gain ground

UK concerned by Chinese activity in South China Sea, says foreign minister

Britain and the Philippines signed a joint framework agreement over the weekend

China vows utmost efforts for 'peaceful reunification' with Taiwan

China claims democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory

China says it will grow relations with Canada on basis of mutual respect

Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson congratulated Carney on his win

China's deflationary pressures deepen in February

It was the first contraction in the index since January 2024

China's property sector is showing positive changes, minister says

The comments came after several tough years for the real estate sector

China hits back at Canada with fresh agriculture tariffs

China hits back at Canada with fresh agriculture tariffs

China extends $2bn loan repayment by Pakistan for one year

This extension will help Pakistan maintain its foreign exchange reserves

PM Shehbaz calls for timely completion of CPEC-related projects

PM was talking to Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong

Taiwan fears Beijing is taking independence crackdown overseas

China claims democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory

US equity funds see outflows on tech selloff

US equity funds see outflows on tech selloff

'Major powers should not bully the weak', China foreign minister says

"Major powers should assume international obligations and fulfil their responsibilities," Wang said

Hong Kong democrat Jimmy Lai finishes testifying in national security trial

Lai has been held in solitary confinement for more than 1,500 days since 2020

Thailand pushing to repatriate foreigners pulled from Myanmar scam centres

Countries such as China and Indonesia have already repatriated some of their citizens

US indicts slew of alleged Chinese hackers, sanctions company over spy campaign

US indicts slew of alleged Chinese hackers, sanctions company over spy campaign

China ramps up stimulus to guard economy from changes 'unseen in a century'

Premier Li Qiang warned that "changes unseen in a century are unfolding" at a faster pace

Trump triggers trade war, price hikes with tariffs on Canada, China and Mexico

In an address to Congress, Trump said further tariffs would follow on April 2

China says ready to strengthen space ties with Pakistan

Pakistan and China have deepened their space partnership in recent years

Trade wars erupt as Trump hits Canada, Mexico, China with steep tariffs

China responded immediately after the deadline, announcing additional tariffs on certain US imports

Philippines to scrutinize donations by suspected Chinese spies

The Philippines has arrested at least eight suspected Chinese spies in recent weeks

China targets US agricultural products over Trump tariff threat, Global Times says

China remains the biggest market for US agriculture products despite a decline in imports since 2018

China and Russia should strengthen coordination in international affairs, Xi says

The two sides agreed to hold a new round of strategic security consultations

Pakistan to send first astronaut to space station soon, says PM Shehbaz

The astronaut selection process will be completed by 2026

China mandates regulatory approvals for autonomous driving software upgrades

China mandates regulatory approvals for autonomous driving software upgrades

China says it opposes latest US tariff threat after Trump sets Tuesday deadline

"China has repeatedly stated that unilateral tariffs violate WTO rules," a ministry statement said

Trump vows March 4 tariffs for Mexico, Canada, extra 10% for China over fentanyl

Trump told reporters in the Oval Office he decided to add the extra tariffs on China

China says Tasman Sea navy firing drills 'in line' with international law

New Zealand’s foreign minister raised the issue during meetings with Chinese leaders

Thailand sends 40 Uyghurs back to China after decade in detention

Rights groups accuse Beijing of widespread abuses of Uyghurs

Pakistani, Chinese firms sign deal to boost electric vehicle production

Deal is part of broader cooperation between Pakistan and China in technology

Shanghai man scammed of $28,000 by AI 'girlfriend'

Shanghai man scammed of $28,000 by AI ‘girlfriend’: report

China holds 'shooting' drills off Taiwan's coast, vows 'reunification' push

China has never renounced the use of force to bring Taiwan under its rule

China's beautiful puppy mountain is internet's newest obsession

China's beautiful puppy mountain is internet's newest obsession

China's home prices to drop further, recovery not expected until 2026: Reuters poll

Home prices were expected to drop at a faster pace this year than previously estimated

Thousands in limbo on Thai-Myanmar border after scam centre crackdown

Thailand this month accepted 260 scam centre workers

New Zealand foreign minister to question Chinese naval activity in Beijing visit

Peters’ visit to China is part of a trip that includes stops in UAE and Saudi Arabia

Nvidia's earnings to be a test of AI chip demand as DeepSeek sows spending doubts

Nvidia's earnings to be a test of AI chip demand as DeepSeek sows spending doubts

China's Xi affirms 'no limits' partnership with Putin in call on Ukraine war anniversary

China's Xi affirms 'no limits' partnership with Putin in call on Ukraine war anniversary

China's SAIC, Huawei to partner in developing new smart EVs

China's SAIC, Huawei to partner in developing new smart EVs

Snow village in China apologizes after using fake snow to lure tourists

Snow village in China apologizes after using fake snow to lure tourists

Chinese universities launch DeepSeek courses to capitalise on AI boom

Chinese universities launch DeepSeek courses to capitalise on AI boom

DeepSeek to share some AI model code, doubling down on open source

DeepSeek to share some AI model code, doubling down on open source

Chinese extricated from Myanmar scam centres fly home from Thailand

Beijing is actively cooperating with Thailand

Trump expects visit from Chinese President Xi without giving timeline

Trump said "it's possible" for the U.S. and China to have a new trade deal.

Hong Kong's population up slightly in 2024, rise in newborns

The rise was mainly attributable to a net inflow of 21,000 people

China to fly back 200 nationals rescued from Myanmar scam centres, Thai official says

Myanmar has been caught up in a widening civil war since 2021

China, Cook Islands sign action plan for partnership deal

The action plan will provide a roadmap for cooperation between the two countries

China winter sports sector zooms along despite climate risk ahead

President Xi Jinping has dubbed the ski industry a "mountain of gold and silver"

Cook Islands says comprehensive strategic partnership deal signed with China

Cook Islands PM Mark Brown and Chinese Premier Li Qiang signed the deal in Harbin

China's rise not a threat to world, says President Zardari

“Every individual in China is contributing in the overall economy of China,” he added.

Philippines voices concern over China-Australia air encounter in South China Sea

All countries are expected to respect freedom of navigation

China willing to deepen mutual political trust with Cook Islands, premier says

Cook Islands PM Mark Brown was in China's northeastern city of Harbin on Friday

China accuses Australia of deliberate provocation in South China Sea

China claims vast swathes of the South China Sea

Vietnam to use Chinese loans for $8.3 billion railway linking both countries

Vietnam has been seeking to upgrade its aging railway systems

India weighs temporary tax on cheap Chinese steel import, minister says

India weighs temporary tax on cheap Chinese steel import, minister says

Trump trade advisers finalize reciprocal US tariffs as fears mount

Trade experts say structuring reciprocal tariffs that Trump wants poses big challenges for his team

Russia's Nornickel says it is in active talks on China JV

Russia's Nornickel says it is in active talks on China JV

Marriages in China plunge by a record in 2024, fanning birthrate concerns

More than 6.1 million couples registered for marriage last year, down from 7.68 million a year ago

China's consumer inflation at 5-month high, producer deflation persists

The consumer price index rose 0.5% last month from a year earlier, Bureau of Statistics data showed

President reaches Karachi after wrapping up China visit

He will be briefed on development projects in the port city

Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her'

Security in Thailand has become a trending topic of conversation

Pakistan, China sign three MoUs in RE, cement, fertilizer sectors

President Asif Ali Zardari along with his delegation witnessed the MoU signing

Xi calls for China, Thailand to beef up ties to fight global uncertainties

The Thai leader's visit to China is her first since taking office in August

President Zardari, Chinese premier discuss trade cooperation, people-to-people linkages

Zardari highlighted the pivotal role of CPEC in promoting regional connectivity

China challenges Trump tariffs at WTO as package shippers warn of chaos

Beijing's request for US trade consultations came as confusion reigned among shippers and retailer

DeepSeek users in US could face fine, jail under new law

'Hugely popular Chinese AI app has raised security, privacy and ethical concerns'

Huawei chairman says 2024 revenue exceeded 118 bln-dollar

Huawei chairman says 2024 revenue exceeded 118 bln-dollar

President Zardari visits memorial of Chinese national heroes in Beijing

Asif Ali Zardari laid a floral wreath at the memorial

Trump in no hurry to talk to Xi amid new tariff war

China imposed targeted tariffs on US imports on Tuesday

Naqvi calls on Chinese counterpart to discuss security matters

Naqvi also extended an invitation to his Chinese counterpart to visit Pakistan

President Zardari reaches China on a five-day official visit

President Zardari’s visit to China is significant in further strengthening Pakistan-China relations.

China expands key mineral export controls after US imposes tariffs

China expands key mineral export controls after US imposes tariffs

What are the five critical metal exports restricted by China?

What are the five critical metal exports restricted by China?

China hits back with tariffs on US goods after Trump imposes new levies

Additional 10% tariff across all Chinese imports came into effect at 12:01 am ET on Tuesday

Trump halts Canada, Mexico tariffs after last-ditch talks

President Donald Trump delayed the start of tariffs on Mexico and Canada for a month

President Zardari leaves for China on five-day visit

President Zardari will attend the opening ceremony of the 9th Asian Winter Games.

Shein IPO faces judicial review challenge from Uyghur rights group

Shein IPO faces judicial review challenge from Uyghur rights group

Taiwan says South Africa gives March deadline to move office from Pretoria

South Africa severed official diplomatic ties with Taiwan in 1997

Taiwan and China need peace given 'multifold changes' internationally, president says

Both China and Taiwan face pressure from new administration of US President Trump

President Asif Ali Zardari to embark on four-day visit to China tomorrow

President Zardari will hold meetings with President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang

China denounces Trump tariff: 'Fentanyl is America's problem'

Beijing will challenge President Trump’s tariff at the WTO and take unspecified “countermeasures"

Trump imposes tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China, risking trade war

Trump signed three separate executive orders on the tariffs after a long golf outing in Florida

Taiwan says government departments should not use DeepSeek, citing security concerns

Taiwan says government departments should not use DeepSeek, citing security concerns

China says Japan's plans for chip export controls could damage business relations

China says Japan's plans for chip export controls could damage business relations

PM Shehbaz, Chinese envoy discuss bilateral economic, security cooperation

Shehbaz greeted the ambassador on eve of Chinese New Year

Mobileye sees annual revenue below targets on weak China demand for its self-driving tech

Mobileye sees annual revenue below targets on weak China demand for its self-driving tech

Philippines president plans to meet Trump to discuss immigration policy

Beijing claims sovereignty over most of the South China Sea

Thailand expects high-speed rail link to China to be ready in 2030

More than a third of construction has been completed

Microsoft probes if DeepSeek-linked group improperly obtained OpenAI data, Bloomberg News reports

Microsoft probes if DeepSeek-linked group improperly obtained OpenAI data, Bloomberg News reports

What is DeepSeek and why is it disrupting the AI sector?

DeepSeek's AI Assistant has overtaken rival ChatGPT to become the top-rated free application

PM says China's success story a beacon of inspiration; extends greetings on Chinese New Year

He reiterated that Pakistan and China stood united in their unwavering commitment to a better world

President Zardari extends greetings to Xi Jinping on Chinese New Year

He reiterated Pakistan's ongoing support for the One China Policy

Pakistan, China resolve to elevate bilateral ties to new heights

They reviewed the progress of second phase of CPEC

India and China agree to resume air travel, facilitate exchange of journalists

Relations have improved over the past four months with several high-level meetings

Russia oil trade to China, India stalls as sanctions drive up shipping costs

Washington imposed fresh sanctions on Jan. 10 targeting Russia's oil supply chain

Agreement signed for establishment of Dhabeji Special Economic Zone in Thatta

It is expected to attract investment of $3 billion and create thousands of jobs

Wall St opens sharply lower as China's AI push rattles Big Tech

Wall St opens sharply lower as China's AI push rattles Big Tech

European tech shares tumble as China's AI push spooks investors

European tech shares tumble as China's AI push spooks investors

China says 'extremely unlikely' Covid pandemic came from lab leak

China says ‘extremely unlikely’ Covid pandemic came from lab leak

Chinese athlete breaks world record with 44 pull-ups in one minute

Chinese athlete breaks world record with 44 pull-ups in one minute

CIA now says COVID-19 'more likely' to have come from lab

Beijing said the claims have no credibility

Philippines suspends South China Sea survey after China's 'harassment'

Philippines suspends South China Sea survey after China's 'harassment'

China travel peaks as millions head home for Lunar New Year

China travel peaks as millions head home for Lunar New Year

China issues first-of-its-kind guidelines for EV insurance

China issues first-of-its-kind guidelines for EV insurance

Tesla to fix software for over 1.2 million imported and China-made cars, says regulator

Tesla to fix software for over 1.2 million imported and China-made cars, says regulator

Alleged killer of Japanese schoolboy goes on trial in China, say Japan's foreign ministry

Alleged killer of Japanese schoolboy goes on trial in China, say Japan's foreign ministry

China readies for Lunar New Year, amid worries about the economy

China readies for Lunar New Year, amid worries about the economy

Trump says he could reach trade deal with China, calls talk with Xi 'friendly'

They discussed issues, including TikTok, trade and Taiwan, in a phone call before Trump took office

Philippines to pick venue soon for second South China Sea case against Beijing

Philippines to pick venue soon for second South China Sea case against Beijing

China to set up $250m EV manufacturing plant in Pakistan

Pakistan approved National Electric Vehicles Policy (NEVP) in 2019

China and Hong Kong stocks tumble on Trump's tariff threats

China and Hong Kong stocks tumble on Trump's tariff threats

China to allow foreign institutions to offer new types of financial services in free trade zones

China to allow foreign institutions to offer new types of financial services in free trade zones

China's CNOOC sets 2025 output target at record high

China's CNOOC sets 2025 output target at record high

Pak-China collaboration to benefit future generations: Ahsan Iqbal

The second phase of CPEC is focused on business to business cooperation

China families appeal to free relatives held by scam gangs in Myanmar

The UN says hundreds of thousands of people have been trafficked

China says 'no winners' in tariff tit-for-tats after latest Trump threat of 10%

Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said Beijing has repeatedly “expressed” its position

Lanterns light up southern Chinese city ahead of Lunar New Year

Fuzhou is known throughout China for keeping many traditional New Year events alive

Govt to bear cost of Pakistanis studying agriculture in China, says PM Shehbaz

He directed the authorities to ensure a transparent and merit-based selection of the students

Xi and Putin discuss relations with Trump, Ukraine and Taiwan

Xi and Putin, who spoke for over an hour, agreed on further deepening of their strategic partnership

China's 2024 non-financial outbound direct investment rose 10.5pc on year

China's 2024 non-financial outbound direct investment rose 10.5pc on year

China both hopeful and on edge as Trump returns to White House

Chinese Vice President Zheng hoped US companies would "take root" in China and help stabilise ties

EU takes China to WTO over high-tech patent royalties

EU takes China to WTO over high-tech patent royalties

China's BYD to complete 1 billion-dollar Indonesia plant by year-end

China's BYD to complete 1 billion-dollar Indonesia plant by year-end

Myanmar military, minority armed group agree ceasefire, China says

The two sides held talks in China's southwestern city of Kunming

China vice president meets with Elon Musk ahead of Trump inauguration

US President-elect invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend the inauguration

China unveils 2024-2035 plan to build 'strong education nation'

The plan will explore gradually expanding the scope of free education

ASEAN tells Myanmar junta peace, not election, is priority

Myanmar has been in turmoil since early 2021

Xi says China, Vietnam to build community with shared future of strategic significance

Chinese President Xi Jinping said Beijing is ready to work with Hanoi

Chinese economic growth among slowest in decades

Chinese economic growth among slowest in decades

China's population falls for a third consecutive year

The number of deaths was 10.93 million in 2024 from 11.1 million in 2023

Thai PM to reassure Chinese tourists on security ahead of Lunar New Year

Last year, more than 6.7 million Chinese people visited Thailand

Philippines, China pledge to seek common ground on South China Sea

The two countries held 10th round of talks under bilateral consultation mechanism

China critic Jimmy Lai paid US general to advise on Taiwan, Hong Kong court hears

Lai has been held in solitary confinement since December 2020

India achieves milestone as fourth nation to succeed in space docking

India achieves milestone as fourth nation to succeed in space docking

China imposes provisional duties on US, EU, Japan, Taiwan industrial plastics

China imposes provisional duties on US, EU, Japan, Taiwan industrial plastics

China says US firm PVH engaged in 'improper' conduct related to Xinjiang

China says US firm PVH engaged in 'improper' conduct related to Xinjiang

China extends coal imports lead over India to widest in more than a decade

China extends coal imports lead over India to widest in more than a decade

China, Sri Lanka agree more investment and economic cooperation

China, Sri Lanka agree more investment and economic cooperation

TikTok prepares for US shutdown from Sunday

TikTok prepares for US shutdown from Sunday

US importers rush in goods from China as Trump tariff threat looms

US importers rush in goods from China as Trump tariff threat looms

Space startup funding set for boost from US-China rivalry in 2025

Space startup funding set for boost from US-China rivalry in 2025

Volkswagen deliveries drop in tough year at home and in China

Volkswagen deliveries drop in tough year at home and in China

China to cut pay by half for staff at top financial regulators

China to cut pay by half for staff at top financial regulators

How China's Lunar New Year travel rush is world's biggest annual migration

How China's Lunar New Year travel rush is world's biggest annual migration

Japan, Philippines, US vow to deepen cooperation in face of China's behaviour

Tensions between China and Philippines have escalated in the past two years

US probe finds China unfairly dominates shipbuilding, paving way for penalties

US Trade Representative (USTR) launched the probe in April 2024 under Section 301 of Trade Act 1974

India not looking to reduce troops along northern frontier in winter, army chief says

New Delhi and Beijing reached a deal in October last year to resolve a four-year military stand-off

Tougher US sanctions to curb Russian oil supply to China and India

The US Treasury on Friday imposed sanctions on Russian oil producers Gazprom Neft and Surgutneftegas

TikTok warns of broad consequences if Supreme Court allows ban

TikTok warns of broad consequences if Supreme Court allows ban