China-Taiwan Tensions Rise as Beijing Conducts Major Drills
China conducts large-scale military exercises around Taiwan, deploying air, sea, and rocket forces. Taiwan places its military on high alert. Read the latest on the escalating tensions.
China conducts large-scale military exercises around Taiwan, deploying air, sea, and rocket forces. Taiwan places its military on high alert. Read the latest on the escalating tensions.
For 23 years, Liu De-wen has helped hundreds of Taiwanese veterans' ashes return to their ancestral homes in China, navigating complex history and politics. Discover his unique mission.
As Myanmar's military holds a widely condemned election, analysis reveals China's crucial support is the key factor stabilising the junta's grip on power. Read the full report.
Beijing imposes sanctions on Boeing and other US defence companies after Washington approves its largest-ever weapons package for Taiwan, escalating tensions. Read the full analysis.
Japan's cabinet approves a historic ¥9tn defence budget, boosting strike-back capabilities as tensions with China escalate over Taiwan and space militarisation. Read the full analysis.
Myanmar's military rulers hold a controversial election, widely dismissed as a sham, to legitimise power. With vast areas excluded and opposition crushed, analysts see a bid for control, not democracy.
China imposes provisional tariffs of up to 42.7% on EU dairy products, a move seen as retaliation for EU electric vehicle duties. The decision impacts major brands and trade relations.
Honduras's election sees both candidates pledging to restore ties with Taiwan, halting China's diplomatic advance in Latin America amid US pressure and unmet Beijing promises. Explore the regional shift.
China will impose a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive drugs from January 1, ending a 30-year exemption. Experts warn of risks to public health as social media users ridicule the move.
China ends a 30-year tax exemption on contraceptives, imposing a 13% VAT from 1 January. This 'carrot-and-stick' approach aims to boost the birth rate, but experts doubt its effectiveness. Explore the policy shift and public reaction.
China's foreign minister has accused the US of 'unilateral bullying' over its military blockade of Venezuela. Read the latest on the escalating crisis in the Caribbean.
Japan alleges Chinese warships directed fire-control radar at its fighter jets near disputed islands, escalating tensions. Read the full details of the confrontation.
Japan alleges a Chinese fighter jet locked its fire-control radar on Japanese F-15s in a major escalation. Read the full details of the dangerous encounter and rising tensions.
China Eastern Airlines launches the world's longest commercial flight, a 29-hour journey from Shanghai to Buenos Aires. The new route reshapes long-haul travel and connects major continents.
Germany's parliament votes to reintroduce voluntary military service for 18-year-olds, sparking widespread youth protests. Discover why Gen Z is resisting and the geopolitical pressures behind the move.
Disney's Zootopia 2 has become China's highest-grossing foreign animated film, earning over $600 million. Discover how it surpassed Frozen II and what this means for Hollywood.
Germany's parliament has approved a new law reintroducing voluntary military service, with powers for needs-based conscription. The move aims to expand the Bundeswehr to 260,000 soldiers by 2035.
Vladimir Putin's visit to India for talks with Narendra Modi signals a crucial realignment. We analyse the high-stakes summit, its impact on US relations, and the shadow of China.
A parliamentary report blames 'shambolic' Whitehall decisions and poor communication for the collapse of the prosecution against two alleged Chinese spies. Read the damning findings.
A damning parliamentary report reveals 'systemic failures' led to the collapse of a major China espionage trial, warning the issues could be repeated. Read the full findings.
A parliamentary inquiry warns 'serious systemic failures' caused the China spy case to collapse, with risks it could happen again. Read the key findings and recommendations.
A parliamentary inquiry blames 'shambolic' systemic failures for the collapse of a high-profile case against two alleged Chinese spies, finding no evidence of government interference. Read the full report.
The UK government has postponed its ruling on China's controversial 'super-embassy' near Tower Bridge to 20 January, aligning with Keir Starmer's planned trip to Beijing. Read the latest on the diplomatic and security implications.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer warns China presents 'real national security threats' and criticises using Brexit as a foreign policy template. Read his full Guildhall speech analysis.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer warns China poses real security threats but urges a 'sober realist' policy. He also defends his foreign approach as a post-Brexit shift. Read the latest.
Japanese singer Maki Otsuki was forced to halt her Shanghai performance amid souring Japan-China relations. Discover how cultural events are being cancelled.
Growing anger over deadly Hong Kong apartment fires intensifies as Beijing warns against 'anti-China disruptors'. Read the latest developments and community response.
Georgia Stanway scored a perfect hat-trick as England's Lionesses demolished China 8-0 at Wembley. Read our match analysis of this dominant display.
England's women's football team delivered a stunning 4-0 victory against China in their international friendly. Read our full match report and analysis.
Wembley Stadium hosts a thrilling friendly as England face China. Fran Kirby honoured pre-match. Team news and last-minute squad update revealed.