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China extends suspensions of 24% tariff on US goods, port fees on US ships for two months

China extends suspensions of 24% tariff on US goods, port fees on US ships for two months

BEIJING, Nov 9 (Reuters) - China on Monday extended the suspension of its additional tariff of 24% on US imports and the suspension of special port fees on US-linked ships for two months. • The 24% additional tariff on US imports will continue to be suspended for two months from 1:01 p.m.

China Commemorates 55th Anniversary of UN Seat Restoration, Reaffirming Commitment to Multilateralism

China Commemorates 55th Anniversary of UN Seat Restoration, Reaffirming Commitment to Multilateralism

The Permanent Mission of China to the United Nations and Other International Organizations in Vienna recently hosted an event to mark the 55th anniversary of the restoration of the People's Republic of China's lawful seat in the UN. The event, chaired by Li Song, China's permanent representative to the UN in Vienna, reflected on China's contributions and reaffirmed its commitment to the international body. Dignitaries including UN Office at Vienna Director-General Monica Juma, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi, and United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) Director General Gerd Mueller attended. Li emphasized China's peaceful development and its contributions to humanity's well-being over the past 55 years, highlighting its unwavering commitment to upholding the UN's role in peace and development. Juma noted that China's seat restoration significantly enhanced the voice of developing countries and strengthened the UN's universal representativeness, al...

A pastor at a Beijing underground church has been arrested, his wife says

A pastor at a Beijing underground church has been arrested, his wife says

Chinese authorities have arrested a pastor from a house church in Beijing, according to his wife

Senior Chinese and North Korean Officials Meet in Beijing to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Senior Chinese and North Korean Officials Meet in Beijing to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Senior Chinese official Cai Qi met with a North Korean delegation in Beijing, led by Kim Song Nam, director of the International Affairs Department of the Workers' Party of Korea. According to Chinese state media, Cai Qi emphasized the importance of enhancing strategic communication and coordination between the two nations to promote regional peace, stability, and development. China expressed its willingness to collaborate with North Korea to implement the consensus reached by their top leaders, foster traditional friendship, and strengthen mutual learning on party governance. This meeting follows a recent visit by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to the Chinese border city of Dandong in late October and a key Chinese Communist Party conclave focused on internal party discipline. The discussions underscore ongoing efforts to maintain and deepen the relationship between China and North Korea, particularly in the context of regional dynamics and internal political developments within both countries.

The Latest: Trump replaces Susie Wiles with Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff

The Latest: Trump replaces Susie Wiles with Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff

President Donald Trump said Stephen Miller is replacing Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff, mere days after Republicans lost control of Congress in the midterm elections

North Korean Official Kim Song-nam Holds Third High-Level Meeting in Beijing to Deepen Ties with China

North Korean Official Kim Song-nam Holds Third High-Level Meeting in Beijing to Deepen Ties with China

Kim Song-nam, a Political Bureau member and Central Committee secretary of North Korea's Workers' Party of Korea, held his third high-level meeting in Beijing with senior Chinese officials. The meetings, which included discussions with Liu Haixing, head of the Communist Party of China's Central Committee's International Liaison Department, and Cai Qi, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau and director of its General Office, aimed to reaffirm support for deeper ties and cooperation between the two countries. These discussions took place at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse. Kim Song-nam briefed Liu on Pyongyang's 'successes' in party-building work and its efforts to meet the targets of the five-year plan adopted in February. Liu, in turn, emphasized the significance of the visit for strengthening relations. The two sides reiterated mutual support for their policies and pledged enhanced cooperation. This series of meetings follows Chinese President Xi Jinping's June summit with North Korean...

Amnesty International Warns Thailand Against Uyghur Deportations, Citing Risk to Lives

Amnesty International Warns Thailand Against Uyghur Deportations, Citing Risk to Lives

Amnesty International has urged Thailand to refrain from deporting two Uyghur men to China, warning that such an action would endanger their lives and violate international law. Secretary-General Agnes Callamard called on the Thai government to halt any deportation plans, provide the men with access to lawyers, and seek a safe third-country solution. The two men, who have been in Thai detention for over 12 years, were recently moved to the Suan Phlu immigration detention center after receiving royal pardons. They fear for their lives if returned to China and do not consent to deportation. Amnesty International's 2021 report documented crimes against humanity against Uyghurs and other Muslim ethnic groups in China's Xinjiang region, reinforcing concerns about the men's safety.

Former pro-democracy lawmaker sentenced to 12 1/2 years in Macao’s 1st national security case

Former pro-democracy lawmaker sentenced to 12 1/2 years in Macao’s 1st national security case

Macao pro-democracy former lawmaker Au Kam San was sentenced to 12 1/2 years in prison Friday in the Chinese city’s first national security case following a closed-door trial that raised concerns about fairness

Chinese President Xi Jinping Emphasizes Maritime Power at World Ocean Week

Chinese President Xi Jinping Emphasizes Maritime Power at World Ocean Week

The 2026 World Ocean Week has commenced in Xiamen, China, bringing together international participants to discuss critical marine issues such as deep-sea governance and biodiversity conservation. Chinese President Xi Jinping has consistently highlighted the strategic importance of developing marine technology, fostering a robust marine economy, and expanding international cooperation in maritime affairs. According to CGTN, President Xi views the establishment of China as a strong maritime nation as a crucial step towards achieving the 'great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.' The event serves as a platform for knowledge sharing, policy dialogue, and project matchmaking through various multilateral cooperation mechanisms, underscoring China's commitment to global marine discussions and its own national maritime ambitions.

China and Mekong Countries Deepen Cooperation Across Multiple Sectors

China and Mekong Countries Deepen Cooperation Across Multiple Sectors

The 11th Lancang-Mekong Cooperation (LMC) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, held in Beijing, concluded with significant agreements to deepen collaboration between China and the five Mekong countries. Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi, alongside Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Thailand Sihasak Phuangketkeow, announced the outcomes. Since its inception in 2016, the LMC has fostered an all-round, multi-level cooperation architecture, leading to tangible and inclusive results. Trade between China and the Mekong countries has surged to over US$500 billion, marking a 150 percent increase over the past decade and accounting for approximately half of the total trade volume between China and ASEAN. Key areas of enhanced cooperation include the implementation of the LMC Economic Development Belt, the Lancang-Mekong Innovation Corridor, and the Safe Lancang-Mekong Operation, which has targeted cross-border online gambling and telecom fraud. The...

Qianhai Emerges as Key Hub for Asia-Pacific Cooperation Ahead of APEC Meeting

Qianhai Emerges as Key Hub for Asia-Pacific Cooperation Ahead of APEC Meeting

Qianhai Emerges as Key Hub for Asia-Pacific Cooperation Ahead of APEC Meeting

After the US midterm rout of Trumpism, the world struggles to trust America again

After the US midterm rout of Trumpism, the world struggles to trust America again

The U.S. midterm rout of President Donald Trump's stewardship doesn't mean the world trusts America again