Chinese political scientist Yan Xuetong notes that the foundations of peace in the region ‘are stronger than those in Europe’.
Outgoing Starmer stabilised ties, but analysts say the UK’s economic problems will be the next leader’s top priority.
23 Jun 2026 - 11:00PM videocam
Beyond the fivefold visa fee spike, flight shortages and soaring airfares expected to deter price-sensitive Chinese travellers, analysts say.
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More than half of those questioned said relations with Beijing were more important than those with Washington.
22 Jun 2026 - 8:30PM videocam
Beijing says international governance is at a crossroads and needs to be more in line with evolving realities.
17 Jun 2026 - 8:33PM videocam
Memorandum of understanding expected to open pathway for talks on most contentious issues, including nuclear programme and sanctions.
15 Jun 2026 - 3:50PM videocam
The choice will be between US and Chinese tech, and Chinese products should be indispensable to markets like the EU, academic says.
12 Jun 2026 - 5:55PM videocam
While there are signs of improving ties, both nations have accelerated infrastructure construction near their border.
Chinese foreign ministry says Teodoro is banned from entering China because of his ‘erroneous remarks’ on the country.
11 Jun 2026 - 10:04PM videocam
Election results might have ‘profound impact’ on relations if the Democrats win control of Congress, according to Bian Qingzu.
10 Jun 2026 - 7:00PM videocam
The Chinese leader begins his first foreign trip of the year by pledging that the ‘traditional friendship’ between the countries will not change.
8 Jun 2026 - 10:18PM videocam
Joined by top aide and foreign minister, Chinese leader arrives in Pyongyang on Monday for his first visit since 2019.
8 Jun 2026 - 7:41PM videocam
Communist Party mouthpiece warns the two countries are becoming a ‘source of trouble’ and putting regional peace at risk.
7 Jun 2026 - 3:40PM videocam
New Zealand and Australia to lodge formal protests after the four lawmakers were sanctioned for ‘sending the wrong signals’.
4 Jun 2026 - 8:01PM videocam
Beijing condemns remarks by Philippine defence chief, who says Manila is under ‘severe threat’ from China despite fertiliser and fuel offers.
3 Jun 2026 - 10:13AM videocam
Coastguard vessels carried out law enforcement patrols in waters east of Taiwan on Monday, in a ‘necessary action’, spokesman says.
1 Jun 2026 - 5:12PM videocam
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi tells counterpart that keeping the critical shipping lane open is ‘a shared aspiration of all countries’.
26 May 2026 - 7:13PM videocam
‘Unrealistic’ to expect Beijing and Washington to reach comprehensive understanding on Taiwan, prominent mainland analyst says.
25 May 2026 - 10:00PM videocam
Such a move would cross Beijing’s red line and undo progress from recent summit with Xi, analysts warn.
21 May 2026 - 9:59PM videocam
Beijing says both sides will advance ties, while the Kremlin says Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline to be discussed in ‘great detail’.
18 May 2026 - 11:00PM videocam
The US president is greeted with elaborate ceremony as he arrives in Beijing for his first trip to China since 2017.
Trip will be first to the country by a US president since 2017 and include two bilateral meetings, according to White House.
11 May 2026 - 10:44PM videocam
US leader calls Iran’s response to its peace proposal ‘totally unacceptable’, while a Qatari ship passes through the Strait of Hormuz.
Beijing and Manila trade accusations after incident near Iroquois Reef in the disputed Spratly Islands this week.
8 May 2026 - 9:03PM videocam
Dangerous pre-war conditions are here following raft of unilateral actions taken by Trump administration, ex-senior White House adviser says.
The prospect of opening up new sea lanes presents both challenges and opportunities for the rival powers, analysts say.
8 May 2026 - 11:20AM videocam
Separately, Iranian and Saudi foreign ministers in a phone call discuss need to continue diplomatic efforts and regional cooperation.
6 May 2026 - 9:54PM videocam
The conflict is likely to give Beijing an edge in discussions on hi-tech supply chains and Taiwan, analysts argue.
5 May 2026 - 1:37AM videocam
US President Donald Trump has offered some help to commercial shipping and competing plans for peace are said to be on the table.
4 May 2026 - 10:28AM videocam
American military cargo planes have been spotted at the Chinese capital’s main airport, suggesting that the high-stakes visit is still on.