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The latest news and top stories on the Chinese foreign ministry. A prominent Beijing-based governmental body, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China is dedicated to conducting the nation’s foreign relations and diplomacy, safeguarding national interests and promoting world peace. Its main areas of activity include formulating foreign policy, administering the world’s largest diplomatic network and representing China at the United Nations. The Ministry is recognised for its significant role in advocating for peaceful resolution of international disputes and fostering global cooperation, serving as the primary interface for China’s foreign policy.

Philippine Foreign Secretary Maria Theresa Lazaro with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the sidelines of the Asean foreign ministers’ meeting in Manila on Wednesday. Photo: AFP

South China Sea

Beijing, Manila should avoid South China Sea ‘miscalculation’: top diplomats

Foreign ministers meet on margins of Asean event in Manila, days after fresh sea clash and outrage over video mocking 2016 arbitral ruling.

22 Jul 2026 - 7:58PMvideocam

China-Latin America relations

US claims 3 China-linked spy sites in Cuba monitoring American military activity

24 Jul 2026 - 11:09PMvideocam

2026 Xi-Trump summits

China and US still in contact on Xi summit trip despite Trump’s election claims

20 Jul 2026 - 8:06PMvideocam

China-UK relations

Chinese company demands compensation from UK over British Steel nationalisation

Jingye Group said the move tarnished the UK government’s credibility, spooked international investors and caused losses to the operation.

20 Jul 2026 - 2:00AM

The sign outside British Steel’s Scunthorpe plant in north Lincolnshire, England. Photo: AFP

US-China relations

Wang Yi warns Rubio to approach Taiwan affairs with ‘utmost caution’

Beijing’s top diplomat tells US Secretary of State to expand cooperation, manage risks in Taiwan-related issues during call on Tuesday.

3 Jul 2026 - 6:20AMvideocam

China-India relations

Bollywood drops Beijing as a villain – is a Russia-China-India axis next?

Softening portrayal of China in a movie about 2020 border clashes hints at warming ties, which Moscow wants to take further.

23 Jun 2026 - 1:56PMvideocam

China-EU relations

EU trade chief swipes at China overcapacity, but vows ‘meaningful’ discussions

Maros Sefcovic made the remarks after meeting China’s chief trade negotiator, but says both sides are focused on mutual success.

5 Jun 2026 - 12:06AM

European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic, seen in May, says the EU is seeking “meaningful and sustainable" discussions with Beijing. Photo: pool via AP

Taiwan

Beijing slaps travel ban on New Zealand MPs for ‘crossing red line’ over Taiwan

New Zealand and Australia to lodge formal protests after the four lawmakers were sanctioned for ‘sending the wrong signals’.

4 Jun 2026 - 8:01PMvideocam

Myanmar

Rescuers dig for bodies after Myanmar explosives blast kills at least 38

The incident has cast a spotlight on Myanmar’s largely unregulated mineral industry and Chinese investment in the country’s extractive industries.

1 Jun 2026 - 7:57PMvideocam

China-Latin America relations

Panama rejects US pressure claims as it seeks to ease China tensions

Panamanian president looks to defuse issues with Beijing as South American country attempts to renew key China maritime agreement.

29 May 2026 - 6:19AMvideocam

Containers sit at the Balboa terminal, formerly run by CK Hutchison’s Panama Ports, after the Panama government ordered the occupation of the port following a court ruling that the concession was unconstitutional. Photo: AP

The Philippines

Beijing accuses Manila of ‘selective and discriminatory’ Chinese arrests

Embassy urges the Philippines to protect ‘personal safety and legitimate rights’ of detainees after 24 Chinese nationals arrested on Monday.

28 May 2026 - 7:36PMvideocam

Chinese embassy personnel pay a consular visit to nationals held at a Philippine detention centre on May 18. Photo: Chinese embassy in the Philippines

China-Latin America relations

As US pressures Cuba, Beijing holds talks with Havana on agriculture

Chinese support includes rice shipments and diplomatic backing as Trump administration ramps up sanctions and rhetoric.

28 May 2026 - 6:04AMvideocam

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong trade office in London can continue ‘legitimate activity’: UK official

UK government resists calls to revoke Hong Kong trade office privileges after spy case, but insists it will act against any threat to security.

22 May 2026 - 7:11PM

Trending in China

China inventor creates sword-shaped aerial vehicle, brings fantasy novels to life

‘Obsessed’ innovator uses drones and levers to operate flying machine; hopes to eventually have his prototype mass-produced.

22 May 2026 - 9:00AM

An inventor in China has created a sword-shaped aerial vehicle, bringing flying sword in fantasy novels to life. Photo: Sina

China-Latin America relations

China slams US over Castro charges and ‘unauthorised’ sanctions on Cuba

Beijing says it supports ‘Cuba in safeguarding its national sovereignty and national dignity’ after charges over downed planes.

21 May 2026 - 8:44PMvideocam

Former Cuban president Raul Castro is accused by the United States of being involved in the February 1996 shooting down of two unarmed US civilian aircraft. Photo: EPA

Taiwan

Why a Trump-Lai call could trigger ‘turbulence’ between Washington and Beijing

Such a move would cross Beijing’s red line and undo progress from recent summit with Xi, analysts warn.

21 May 2026 - 9:59PMvideocam

China-Latin America relations

US charges Raul Castro as Trump administration ratchets up pressure on Cuba

Historic murder charges against 94-year-old former leader mark the first time Washington has criminally pursued a Castro brother.

21 May 2026 - 12:55PMvideocam

China-Latin America relations

Beijing calls Paraguay leaders willing ‘chess pieces’ after disputed Taiwan trip

Beijing’s anger over President Santiago Pena’s Taipei trade visit comes as Taiwan issue looms large at this week’s Trump-Xi summit.

13 May 2026 - 4:08AMvideocam

Paraguayan President Santiago Pena and Taiwanese leader William Lai Ching-te meet in Taipei on May 8. Photo: Kyodo

Hong Kong politics

China backs Hong Kong courts, ignores calls to free Jimmy Lai ahead of Trump visit

Beijing reaffirms support for Hong Kong judiciary as foreign ministry calls former media boss ‘principal mastermind’ of 2019 anti-government protests.

12 May 2026 - 9:32PM

2026 Xi-Trump summits

Trump to raise Taiwan, Jimmy Lai case when he meets Xi in Beijing this week

US president claims Chinese leader will be more likely than himself to bring up Taiwan issue, while Lai may also be on the agenda.

12 May 2026 - 6:17AMvideocam

US-China relations

China plan to be global arbitration hub fighting Western distrust: experts

China’s newly revised Arbitration Law marks the most significant overhaul of the country’s commercial dispute framework since 1994.

9 May 2026 - 6:21AMvideocam

China’s newly revised Arbitration Law took effect in March. Photo: Shutterstock

Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong-based mediation body resolves international maritime dispute

International Organisation for Mediation hails dispute resolution between parties from mainland China and Singapore as milestone.

8 May 2026 - 10:24PM

The headquarters of the International Organisation for Mediation in Wan Chai. Photo: Dickson Lee

China-Australia relations

Why China’s jet fuel deal with Australia underscores Canberra’s balancing act

Meeting between top diplomats Wang Yi and Penny Wong signals continuing thaw in bilateral relationship after years of diplomatic freeze.

30 Apr 2026 - 7:32PMvideocam

US, Israel war on Iran

‘Might over right’ imperils international justice, Wang Yi tells UN’s Baerbock

UN General Assembly president meets Chinese foreign minister in Beijing amid Iran war tensions and global energy crisis.

29 Apr 2026 - 8:24PMvideocam

China-Asean relations

China calls on Cambodia for ‘shared security and risks’ during global turmoil

Defence and foreign ministers meet in Phnom Penh after Hun Manet describes China as a ‘most important and most trustworthy good friend’.

23 Apr 2026 - 5:06PMvideocam

Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun (from left) and Foreign Minister Wang Yi link arms with Prak Sokhonn, Cambodian deputy prime minister, and Cambodian Defence Minister General Tea Seiha. Photo: Handout/Agence Kampuchea Press

Japan

Video | Japan scraps long-standing arms export rules

Tokyo approves plan to scrap restrictions, prompting warnings that this could undermine the country’s pacifist constitution.

22 Apr 2026 - 4:39PM

Cruise missiles, flag of Japan in background - defense concept - 3D illustration. Photo: Shutterstock Images

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China-Japan relations

China says embassy intrusion, bomb threat are among ‘grave violations’ in Japan

Acting head of embassy lists incidents he describes as ‘a threat to the safety of Chinese diplomatic personnel and premises’.

16 Apr 2026 - 7:02PMvideocam

US-China relations

China warns travellers to avoid Seattle airport after academics denied entry to US

About 20 Chinese scholars going to conference harassed and interrogated at border, Beijing says.

17 Apr 2026 - 10:05AMvideocam

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Chinese foreign ministry

Beijing, Manila should avoid South China Sea ‘miscalculation’: top diplomats

Foreign ministers meet on margins of Asean event in Manila, days after fresh sea clash and outrage over video mocking 2016 arbitral ruling.

US claims 3 China-linked spy sites in Cuba monitoring American military activity

China and US still in contact on Xi summit trip despite Trump’s election claims

Chinese company demands compensation from UK over British Steel nationalisation

Jingye Group said the move tarnished the UK government’s credibility, spooked international investors and caused losses to the operation.

Wang Yi warns Rubio to approach Taiwan affairs with ‘utmost caution’

Beijing’s top diplomat tells US Secretary of State to expand cooperation, manage risks in Taiwan-related issues during call on Tuesday.

Bollywood drops Beijing as a villain – is a Russia-China-India axis next?

Softening portrayal of China in a movie about 2020 border clashes hints at warming ties, which Moscow wants to take further.

EU trade chief swipes at China overcapacity, but vows ‘meaningful’ discussions

Maros Sefcovic made the remarks after meeting China’s chief trade negotiator, but says both sides are focused on mutual success.

Beijing slaps travel ban on New Zealand MPs for ‘crossing red line’ over Taiwan

New Zealand and Australia to lodge formal protests after the four lawmakers were sanctioned for ‘sending the wrong signals’.

Rescuers dig for bodies after Myanmar explosives blast kills at least 38

The incident has cast a spotlight on Myanmar’s largely unregulated mineral industry and Chinese investment in the country’s extractive industries.

Panama rejects US pressure claims as it seeks to ease China tensions

Panamanian president looks to defuse issues with Beijing as South American country attempts to renew key China maritime agreement.

Beijing accuses Manila of ‘selective and discriminatory’ Chinese arrests

Embassy urges the Philippines to protect ‘personal safety and legitimate rights’ of detainees after 24 Chinese nationals arrested on Monday.

As US pressures Cuba, Beijing holds talks with Havana on agriculture

Chinese support includes rice shipments and diplomatic backing as Trump administration ramps up sanctions and rhetoric.

Hong Kong trade office in London can continue ‘legitimate activity’: UK official

UK government resists calls to revoke Hong Kong trade office privileges after spy case, but insists it will act against any threat to security.

China inventor creates sword-shaped aerial vehicle, brings fantasy novels to life

‘Obsessed’ innovator uses drones and levers to operate flying machine; hopes to eventually have his prototype mass-produced.

China slams US over Castro charges and ‘unauthorised’ sanctions on Cuba

Beijing says it supports ‘Cuba in safeguarding its national sovereignty and national dignity’ after charges over downed planes.

Why a Trump-Lai call could trigger ‘turbulence’ between Washington and Beijing

Such a move would cross Beijing’s red line and undo progress from recent summit with Xi, analysts warn.

US charges Raul Castro as Trump administration ratchets up pressure on Cuba

Historic murder charges against 94-year-old former leader mark the first time Washington has criminally pursued a Castro brother.

Beijing calls Paraguay leaders willing ‘chess pieces’ after disputed Taiwan trip

Beijing’s anger over President Santiago Pena’s Taipei trade visit comes as Taiwan issue looms large at this week’s Trump-Xi summit.

China backs Hong Kong courts, ignores calls to free Jimmy Lai ahead of Trump visit

Beijing reaffirms support for Hong Kong judiciary as foreign ministry calls former media boss ‘principal mastermind’ of 2019 anti-government protests.

Trump to raise Taiwan, Jimmy Lai case when he meets Xi in Beijing this week

US president claims Chinese leader will be more likely than himself to bring up Taiwan issue, while Lai may also be on the agenda.

China plan to be global arbitration hub fighting Western distrust: experts

China’s newly revised Arbitration Law marks the most significant overhaul of the country’s commercial dispute framework since 1994.

Hong Kong-based mediation body resolves international maritime dispute

International Organisation for Mediation hails dispute resolution between parties from mainland China and Singapore as milestone.

Why China’s jet fuel deal with Australia underscores Canberra’s balancing act

Meeting between top diplomats Wang Yi and Penny Wong signals continuing thaw in bilateral relationship after years of diplomatic freeze.

‘Might over right’ imperils international justice, Wang Yi tells UN’s Baerbock

UN General Assembly president meets Chinese foreign minister in Beijing amid Iran war tensions and global energy crisis.

China calls on Cambodia for ‘shared security and risks’ during global turmoil

Defence and foreign ministers meet in Phnom Penh after Hun Manet describes China as a ‘most important and most trustworthy good friend’.

.css-1f6sr3w{color:#727272;}Video | Japan scraps long-standing arms export rules

Tokyo approves plan to scrap restrictions, prompting warnings that this could undermine the country’s pacifist constitution.

China says embassy intrusion, bomb threat are among ‘grave violations’ in Japan

Acting head of embassy lists incidents he describes as ‘a threat to the safety of Chinese diplomatic personnel and premises’.

China warns travellers to avoid Seattle airport after academics denied entry to US

About 20 Chinese scholars going to conference harassed and interrogated at border, Beijing says.

Video | Japan scraps long-standing arms export rules