China launches its first civilian into space
China launched a civilian into space for the first time as part of a three-man crew heading to its Tiangong space station. The Shenzhou-16 crew took off on Tuesday on board a.
China to send its first civilian astronaut into space
China will send its first civilian astronaut into space as part of a crewed mission to the Tiangong space station on Tuesday, according to officials. Gui Haichao, a payload expert, would take.
Russia’s Lavrov praises China’s “balanced position” in Ukraine war
Russia’s Lavrov expressed gratitude for China’s “balanced position” and willingness to play a positive role in a meeting with China’s Ukraine envoy. China’s Li Hui, who spent 10 years as ambassador to.
Germany’s Scholz backs EU shift away from China
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said that Europe must move its trade relations away from China, in what he described as “smart de-risking”. The uneasy relationship between Europe and China has come under.
China to deepen military ties with Pakistan
China’s Defence Minister Li Shangfu called on Chief of Naval Staff Amjad Khan Niazi. Both discussed the countries’ military relationship as a key part of bilateral ties. They also pressed on “expanding.
Chinese Foreign Minister plans Europe visit
China announced that its Foreign Minister Qin Gang would visit Germany, France, and Norway this week amid increasing tensions over the war in Ukraine. Mr. Qin will be in Germany on Tuesday.
UAE signs nuclear energy deals with Chinese companies
The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation signed three agreements with China National Nuclear Corporation and its subsidiaries. A pact with Nuclear Power Operations Research Institute will focus on possible collaboration between the two.
Five killed in Sinochem chemical plant
Beijing: It emerged that five people were killed after an explosion at a Sinochem chemical plant in eastern China. The explosion occurred at the hydrogen peroxide production area of Luxi Chemical in.
India to overtake China as world’s most populous nation
India would surpass China to become the world’s most populous country by the middle of this year, according to a UN report. The UN Population Fund’s (UNFPA) latest report, titled State of.
Chinese bank to give $300 million to Pakistan today: Ishaq Dar
Finance and Revenue Minister Ishaq Dar said that the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) was set to give Pakistan $300 million today in a move that will boost the country’s.
China’s DiDi to introduce mass-produced robotaxis
China’s ride-hailing company DiDi Global would introduce the first mass-produced robotaxis on its platform from 2025, as it sought to boost the adoption of autonomous vehicles on a large scale. The decision.
China simulates ‘strikes on targets in Taiwan’
China’s military staged “simulated joint precision strikes on key targets in Taiwan” during a second day of drills launched near the island. The move inn the wake of Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen’s.
China, France reaffirm commitment to nuclear disarmament
China and France reaffirmed their commitment to promote the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons, nuclear disarmament, and the peaceful use of atomic energy in a joint statement. The state media reported that the.
China deeply concerned over escalation of Palestine-Israel conflict
Beijing: China expressed deep concerns over Israeli police clashes with Palestinians at the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem. It also called on all parties, Israel in particular, to show calm and restraint and.
Xi hails China-France ties during Macron’s Beijing visit
Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron to Beijing. He said that the two countries could transcend “differences” and “restraints”, according to state media CCTV on Thursday. Mr. Xi.
China to start a dialogue between Ukraine, Russia
Einar Tangen, a senior fellow of Taihe Institute, said that China wanted to start a dialogue between Ukraine and Russia before meeting French President Emmanuel Macron and EU chief Ursula von der.
India rejects China’s attempt to rename places in disputed areas
India rejected China’s attempts to rename places in what New Delhi regards as its eastern state of Arunachal Pradesh, which Beijing claims as part of its territory. The latest angry exchange of.
“China can not be a mediator in the war”: EU
China cannot be a mediator in the war in Ukraine but could play the role of facilitator to reach a peace deal with Russia, the European Union’s top diplomat Josep Borrell said..
China’s Xi lends support for Saudi-Iran dialogue
China’s President Xi Jinping said that his country was ready to support a follow-up process between Saudi Arabia and Iran after brokering a deal to restore diplomatic relations. Mr. Xi’s comments came.
Xi Jinping invites Vladimir Putin to visit China
China’s President Xi Jinping invited Russian leader Vladimir Putin to visit China this year. Mr. Xi extended the invitation to the Russian President before a second round of talks between the leaders.
UK hopes China will press Putin on ‘atrocities’
The United Kingdom stated that China should back up its support for the respect of territorial integrity and demand that Russia end its war in Ukraine. “We hope President Xi uses this.
China appeals for fair treatment after TikTok bans
Beijing: China appealed to other governments to treat its companies fairly after Britain and New Zealand joined the United States in restricting use of TikTok. The restriction was imposed due to fears.
“Pakistan, China are iron brothers”: Foreign secretary
Islamabad: Foreign Secretary Dr. Asad Majeed Khan called on China’s State Councillor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang for strengthening the bilateral strategic partnership between the two countries. “Pakistan and China are iron.
Chinese bank deposits $500m to Pakistan
Pakistan on Friday received $500 million from the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC). Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Ishaq Dar announced the development on his Twitter handle. He.
China warns US, UK, Australia against submarine deal
Before the meeting of AUKUS leadership, China warned that the group could set off an arms race. It also accused the three countries of setting back work on nuclear non-proliferation. “We urge.
Taiwan cautious over Chinese military’s attack
Taipei: As tensions in the Taiwan Strait increased, Taiwan’s defense minister cautioned that the country must be on guard against a “sudden incursion” by the Chinese military into areas near its.
China increases military spending
China said that its military spending would rise at the fastest pace in four years. It also warned of “escalating” threats from abroad at a meeting of its parliament that would hand.
India-Chinese Foreign Ministers call for ‘Normalized’ border management
China’s new foreign minister Qin Gang conveyed that border “normalization” by India at an early date could increase exchanges and resumption of direct flights. Qin met with the Indian external affairs minister.
India, China discuss border peace on G20 sidelines
New Delhi: The foreign ministers of India and China discussed bilateral “challenges” on the sidelines of a G20 meeting in New Delhi, India said. “Our discussions were focused on addressing current challenges.
‘Lab leak’ claims hurt US credibility: China
BEIJING: Beijing accused Washington of harming its own credibility after a top US intelligence official said his agency believed the pandemic “most likely” caused by a laboratory incident in Wuhan, China. “The.