Beijing

US has started biggest trade war in history: China

The trade dispute between the world`s top two economies had rattled markets and prompted warnings from companies of damage to their bottom lines and higher prices for consumers.

Jul 06, 2018, 10:51 AM IST

US Defence Secretary James Mattis to visit China

Mattis, who has been invited by Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe, is scheduled to meet leaders and other senior government officials, the Ministry of Defence in a statement here.

Jun 25, 2018, 11:35 AM IST

Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli begins 6-day China tour

China and Nepal will reach an understanding to undertake a survey and prepare a detailed project report of a Trans-Himalayan economic corridor.
 

Jun 19, 2018, 12:28 PM IST

Hush-hush meet: North Korea's Kim Jong-Un lands in Beijing for two-day visit, reports Chinese media

While the exact nature of the trip is unknown, sources claim that the North Korean leader is seeking relief from economic sanctions in return for his pledge of denuclearisation.

Jun 19, 2018, 08:40 AM IST

India-China friendship treaty, free trade agreement on China's wish list: Chinese Ambassador Luo Zhaohui

Chinese Ambassador Luo Zhaohui's tone reflected the positive mood that the Chinese have taken on India after the Modi-Xi informal summit in Wuhan.

Jun 18, 2018, 15:07 PM IST

Donald Trump approves plan to impose tough China tariffs

Donald Trump has long vowed to fulfill his campaign pledge to clamp down on what he considers unfair Chinese trading practices.

Jun 15, 2018, 09:38 AM IST

China says not scared after reported US bomber trip over South China Sea

Two aircraft reportedly flew within the vicinity of the Spratly Islands, where China has reclaimed land and built runways and other facilities on disputed reefs and small islands.

Jun 06, 2018, 15:08 PM IST

US urges China to come clean on Tiananmen anniversary

The Chinese government sent tanks to quell the June 4, 1989 protests and has never released a death toll. Estimates from human rights groups and witnesses range from several hundred to several thousand. 

Jun 04, 2018, 10:19 AM IST

Mattis warns of Chinese 'intimidation'; says US seeks 'results-oriented' ties

The United States is willing to work with China on a "results- oriented" relationship, but Beijing`s actions in the South China Sea were coercive and the Pentagon would "compete vigorously" if needed, U.S. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis said on Saturday.

Jun 02, 2018, 11:36 AM IST

Sharmila Nicollet stays in title hunt at Beijing Ladies, lies second

Despite being under the weather, Sharmila Nicollet kept herself in the title hunt with a steady two-under 70 that brought her to 6-under for 36 holes at the Le Coq Sportif Beijing Ladies Classic.

May 25, 2018, 20:41 PM IST

Sharmila Nicollet shares first round lead in China

Indian golfer Sharmila Nicollet was a picture of consistency as she recorded four-under 68 to share the lead after the first round of the Le Coq Sportif Beijing Ladies Classic on Thursday.

May 24, 2018, 19:48 PM IST

India's depth at show as eight golfers tee off at Volvo Open

Leading the brigade is Shubhankar, whose twin wins in Joburg and Malaysia plus the T-9 finish at the WGC-Mexico catapulted him into world focus.

Apr 25, 2018, 13:48 PM IST

Beijing has declared war on those hilariously bad translations on signs with eye on 2022 Winter Olympics

It has announced a monthly prize for the individual who spots the most errors. 

Apr 21, 2018, 17:20 PM IST

Man tries to hijack Beijing-bound Air China flight with pen, forces plane to make emergency landing in Zhengzhou

According to the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), a man on board tried to hijack the flight with a pen.

Apr 15, 2018, 18:44 PM IST

Kim Jong Un makes first foreign visit as North Korea ruler, meets Xi Jinping in Beijing

The visit was Kim`s first known journey abroad since he assumed power in 2011 and is believed by analysts to serve as preparation for upcoming summits with South Korea and the United States.

Mar 28, 2018, 06:21 AM IST

China's aircraft carrier sails by Taiwan as tensions rise

China's sole aircraft carrier has passed through the Taiwan Strait, the island's defence ministry said today, as Beijing warned against any move to "separate the country". The Liaoning and accompanying vessels entered Taiwan's air defence zone on Tuesday and left around noon Wednesday, the ministry said.

Mar 21, 2018, 14:56 PM IST

No more than 10 foreigners: Beijing cops' bizarre order to bars, restaurants during Two Sessions

The bars and restaurants that have received this verbal instruction are concentrated in a part of Beijing that is close to a number of universities, from where the Tiananmen protests originated.

Mar 15, 2018, 13:02 PM IST

Latest from Beijing: Indian elephant, Chinese dragon must dance and not fight

Chinese foreign minister called on the two nations to shed mental inhibitions, manage differences and meet each other half way to enhance bilateral ties.

Mar 08, 2018, 11:01 AM IST

China defends Pakistan, says finance shouldn't be used to force action on terrorism

China defended Pakistan even as it continues to raise issues with security of its citizens and investments.

Mar 06, 2018, 22:06 PM IST

China skips announcement of national defence budget

China's development will pose no threat to any other nation, a top official said today as the country for the first time in recent years skirted the customary announcement of its national defence budget ahead of its annual parliament meeting.

Mar 04, 2018, 16:40 PM IST