(2024-05-16). Richard Beck: Bidenism Abroad. newleftreview.org Panoramic survey of US foreign policy as Washington attempts to maintain its global hegemony in conditions of faltering growth. Containing China, confronting Russia, driving decarbonization: each of Biden's stated aims has been beset by insoluble contradictions from the outset, Richard Beck argues, now compounded by Israel's punitive war on Gaza.
(2024-05-16). China and Pakistan boost bilateral relations. plenglish.com Beijing, May 16 (Prensa Latina) Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mohammad Ishaq Dar, arrived in China to review the development of joint projects, mainly those related to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, it was announced today.
(2024-05-16). Russia and China sign statement on deepening relations. tvbrics.com The parties concluded more than 10 agreements at the level of ministries and leading organisations…
(2024-05-16). China to increase its grain production this summer. tvbrics.com 
The National Food and Strategic Reserves Administration predicts that China will produce more summer grains this year…
(2024-05-16). 'Old friend' Putin and China's Xi strengthen strategic ties at summit. aljazeera.com Leaders present relationship as stabilising force as Putin expresses gratitude to crucial ally in Ukraine war.
(2024-05-16). Top students less keen on overseas courses. ecns.cn Students at regular higher education institutions in China have been the most eager to study overseas in the past decade, according to a report released on Wednesday.
(2024-05-15). Ties at highest level, Putin says ahead of China visit. ecns.cn Putin highlighted the sound development of Russia-China relations in a written interview with Xinhua News Agency, saying, "Russia-China relations have reached the highest level ever, and despite the difficult global situation, continue to get stronger."
(2024-05-15). Premier: Foreign firms welcome. ecns.cn China welcomes foreign enterprises, including those from the United Kingdom, to continue investing in the country, Premier Li Qiang said on Wednesday, reiterating Beijing's commitment to further opening-up.
(2024-05-16). U.S. rejects China's proposal to ban first use of nuclear weapons. peoplesworld.org 
The U.S. has dismissed Chinese calls for a no-first-use treaty between nuclear weapons states, saying it has questions about China's "sincerity." The outright dismissal of China's proposal followed a major speech in which Biden announced radical tariffs of up to 100 percent, on steel imports from China. That speech follows months of U.S. military buildup …
(2024-05-16). US House committee moves quickly to approve bill limiting business with Chinese biotech firms. scmp.com The bill would prevent federal agencies from contracting with five Chinese biotech companies — BGI Group, MGI, Complete Genomics, Wuxi AppTec, and Wuxi Biologics.
(2024-05-16). Google blocks access to pro-democracy protest song in Hong Kong after court ruling. globalvoices.org 
(2024-05-16). The Heat: AUKUS in Asia. america.cgtn.com 
China says efforts to expand the AUKUS security pact will destabilize Asia and the Indo-Pacific. AUKUS, the security alliance formed by Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States, is reaching out to other nations including Japan, South Korea, New Zealand and Canada. | Would expansion of AUKUS bring regional instability? | Joining the discussion: |
(2024-05-16). Xi, Putin attend signing ceremony of cooperation documents. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin attended the signing ceremony of cooperation documents in Beijing on Thursday.
(2024-05-16). Chinese President Xi Jinping holds talks with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. ecns.cn On the morning of May 16, Chinese President Xi Jinping held a restrictive meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who is in China on a state visit, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
(2024-05-16). China achieves localization of core high-density connectivity module for quantum computing. ecns.cn China has realized domestic production of a core component for the nation's self-developed quantum computer named "Origin Wukong," breaking foreign monopoly and further cementing China's leading position in global quantum computing research and development.
(2024-05-16). Survey seeks views on allowing pets to travel on high-speed trains. ecns.cn A survey of people's opinions on allowing pets to ride on China's high-speed trains has ignited a lively discussion online, with some arguing it would greatly benefit pet owners and others raising concerns about hygiene and practicality.
(2024-05-15). Visa-free entry allowed for tour groups at all cruise ports. ecns.cn China announced and implemented on Wednesday a policy allowing visa-free entry of foreign tourist groups aboard cruise ships via all cruise ship ports along the country's coastline.
(2024-05-16). Embassy on new tariffs: China to do 'whatever necessary' to defend its interests. ecns.cn A spokesperson for the Chinese embassy in the United States has urged the U.S. to "earnestly" abide by World Trade Organization rules and immediately cancel the additional tariffs it decided to impose on electric vehicles and some other products from China.
(2024-05-16). U.S. tariffs on PV imports 'to have limited impact' on Chinese firms. ecns.cn Major Chinese photovoltaic (PV) enterprises said that the U.S. move to double tariff rates on PV cell imports from China to 50 percent would have a limited impact on them, according to media reports.
(2024-05-16). China urges U.S., UK and Australia to stop AUKUS nuclear submarine deal: FM spokesperson. ecns.cn China will continue to utilize platforms such as the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), review process to thoroughly discuss the political, legal, and technical issues related to the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal.
(2024-05-16). Why so many Chinese women feel invisible to their gynaecologist. scmp.com A viral video on Weibo has sparked discussion on painful medical tools and the lack of care women suffer during gynaecology appointments. While pain relief treatments such as epidurals during labour remain uncommon in China, hospitals can still do more to provide comfort and communicate with patients.
(2024-05-16). China, Pakistan vow to deepen cooperation. ecns.cn China and Pakistan have reiterated their commitment to further deepening cooperation in various fields and jointly responding to risks and challenges to enrich their all-weather strategic cooperative partnership.
(2024-05-16). US billionaire Frank McCourt says he's readying bid to buy TikTok. scmp.com The real estate mogul and former LA Dodgers owner says he's putting together a consortium to buy the app from China-based ByteDance.
(2024-05-16). Chinese Coast Guard issues warnings to Philippine vessels near Huangyan Island. ecns.cn The Chinese coast guard lawfully conducted routine law enforcement activities in the waters near Huangyan Island in the South China Sea on Wednesday, according to a report from China Central Television.
(2024-05-16). E-commerce employee charged with graft. ecns.cn An e-commerce platform employee in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, has been prosecuted on suspicion of taking 92 million yuan ($12.7 million) in bribes from businesses.
(2024-05-16). Central bank issues heart-shaped commemorative coins, gaining public attention. ecns.cn The People's Bank of China announced on Monday that a set of 2024 auspicious cultural gold and silver commemorative coins will be issued on May 20, among which, two heart-shaped commemorative coins have caught the attention of the public.
(2024-05-16). Huawei's operating system gaining clout. ecns.cn Huawei Technologies Co announced on Wednesday that more than 800 million devices in China, including its own-branded products as well as devices from third-party companies, have now been equipped with its self-developed operating system Harmony-OS.
(2024-05-16). Vladimir Putin's state visit to China as reported by WION Indian global television. gilbertdoctorow.com It was a pleasure earlier today to discuss with WION moderator Shivan Chanana what results we may expect from the ongoing visit to China of Russian President Vladimir Putin. As you will see from this exchange and from the messages presented on the running band of text at the bottom of the screen, India's global …
(2024-05-16). Xi, Putin sign, issue joint statement on deepening China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday signed and issued a joint statement on deepening China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era.
(2024-05-16). The Smoking Gun in America: COVID-19 Virus Transmits in American Lab Animals But Not Chinese Lab Animals. dailysceptic.org Everyone assumes the virus that leaked in Wuhan was made in Wuhan. But they're ignoring the smoking gun in America: the fact that the COVID-19 virus transmits in American lab animals but not Chinese lab animals.
(2024-05-15). Foreign minister accuses U.S. of bullying China with sanctions. ecns.cn Foreign Minister Wang Yi accused the United States on Wednesday of repeatedly imposing unilateral sanctions to suppress China, vowing such bullying and hegemonic behaviors would be crushed by wheels of history.
(2024-05-16). China's expanded visa-free policy to boost cruise travel. ecns.cn Foreign tourist groups arriving in China by cruise ship via all ports along the country's coastline will be exempt from visas, the country announced on Wednesday.
(2024-05-16). Marine ecological pasture complex gains development momentum in E China. ecns.cn Aerial view of a marine ranch with a wind power plant in Rongcheng, east China's Shandong Province, May 15, 2024.
(2024-05-16). Brokerages' deal augurs well for capital market recast. ecns.cn Regulators' strengthened supervision will help China's capital market to mature toward its high-quality development, domain experts said on Wednesday after reviewing the latest market consolidation deal in the segment of securities brokerages.
(2024-05-16). Made-in-Russia Goods Mall to open in Harbin. ecns.cn The Made-in-Russia Goods Mall opening on Thursday in Harbin, capital of Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, has attracted over 80 Russian manufacturing enterprises.
(2024-05-15). Chinese mainland to take legal action against smear campaigns. ecns.cn The Chinese mainland will take legal action against Taiwan political commentators spreading rumors to smear the mainland, Chen Binhua, a spokesman for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, said on Wednesday.
(2024-05-16). Magnificent scenery of Gangshika snow peak in Qinghai. ecns.cn Gangshika snow peak with an altitude of over 5,000 meters is the Crystal Palace of the Queen Mother of the West in the myth. Its ice, snow, gravel and small rock wall make it a perfect destination for climbers.
(2024-05-15). U.S. tariffs on PV imports 'to have limited impact' on Chinese firms. ecns.cn Major Chinese photovoltaic (PV) enterprises said that the U.S. move to double tariff rates on PV cell imports from China to 50 percent would have a limited impact on them, according to media reports.
(2024-05-16). Rumormongers in Taiwan to face sanctions. ecns.cn The Chinese mainland will take action against Taiwan political commentators who are spreading rumors to smear the mainland, Chen Binhua, a spokesman for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, said on Wednesday.
(2024-05-15). Chinese Coast Guard issues warnings to Philippine vessels near Huangyan Island. ecns.cn The Chinese coast guard lawfully conducted routine law enforcement activities in the waters near Huangyan Island in the South China Sea on Wednesday, according to a report from China Central Television.
(2024-05-16). Beijing warns Manila not to abuse fishing arrangement. ecns.cn China has warned the Philippines not to abuse its goodwill arrangement that allows Filipinos to fish with small boats in designated waters near China's Huangyan Island in the South China Sea.
(2024-05-16). Folk festival Siyueba celebrated in Guizhou. ecns.cn Miao ethnic people dressed in traditional costumes celebrate Siyueba, or the eighth day of the fourth month in the Miao calendar, in Huangping County, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province, May 15, 2024.
(2024-05-16). (W.E. Talk) Ramping up tariffs on China, blatant U.S. double standard on so-called China 'overcapacity'. ecns.cn What is the intention of Western politicians to hype up the so-called China "Overcapacity theory"? What is the purpose of the United States imposing tariffs on China and insisting on ramping up tariff barriers?How has the development of China's new energy and other industries contributed to the realization of global climate goals and global energy transition? | In the latest W.E. Talk, Wang Yiwei, dean of EU Research Center at Renmin University of China and chair professor at Jean Monnet, Warwick Powell, adjunct Professor at Queensland University of Technology and senior fellow at the Taihe Institute and founder,…
(2024-05-16). Scientists identify immunity protein in rice. ecns.cn Shanghai scientists have identified a "brake" in rice that regulates whether the plant needs to kick off an immune response or to grow, which may bring insights into cultivating rice species that achieve the best balance between immunity and growth.
(2024-05-15). Central bank issues heart-shaped commemorative coins, gaining public attention. ecns.cn The People's Bank of China announced on Monday that a set of 2024 auspicious cultural gold and silver commemorative coins will be issued on May 20, among which, two heart-shaped commemorative coins have caught the attention of the public.
(2024-05-16). China ignites first vertical high-altitude engine simulation test stand. ecns.cn China's first vertical high-altitude engine simulation test stand successfully ignited on Wednesday, marking its preparedness for liquid-propellant rocket engines.
(2024-05-16). Solar exec debunks 'overcapacity' claims. ecns.cn China's initiatives in advancing photovoltaic imports and exports, along with green technology transfers, have been instrumental in driving the transition toward a more environmentally friendly world, said a solar power company executive.
(2024-05-16). Xi holds welcome ceremony for Putin. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping held a welcome ceremony for Russian President Vladimir Putin, who is on a state visit to China, on Thursday morning at the square outside the east gate of the Great Hall of the People.
(2024-05-16). Beijing, Washington take steps to raise awareness on AI. ecns.cn "The two sides had in-depth, professional and constructive exchange of views on AI science and technology risks, global governance, and other issues of concern," the Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
(2024-05-15). China urges U.S., UK and Australia to stop AUKUS nuclear submarine deal: FM spokesperson. ecns.cn China will continue to utilize platforms such as the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), review process to thoroughly discuss the political, legal, and technical issues related to the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal.
(2024-05-16). Electric cars pile up. independent.co.ug 
Chinese firms struggle to find buyers ANALYSIS | TOM STACEY | China's automotive industry has revolutionised over the past decade, from producing basic western clones to making cars that equal the world's best. As the manufacturing powerhouse of the world, China is also producing them in huge volumes. However, Chinese cars are facing difficulties in finding …
(2024-05-16). Xi holds talks with Putin. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who is on a state visit to China, in Beijing on Thursday.
(2024-05-16). Xi, Putin jointly meet press. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin jointly met the press in Beijing on Thursday.
(2024-05-16). Xi Jinping afirma que las relaciones con Rusia son un punto de referencia. telesurtv.net El presidente Xi Jinping, aseguró que su relación con Rusia es "propicia a la paz" mundial y abogó por reforzar su cooperación.
(2024-05-16). Declaración conjunta entre Rusia y China abre nueva era. radiohc.cu La Habana, 16 may (RHC) La declaración conjunta sobre la profundización de la asociación estratégica integral suscrita hoy en Beijing por Xi Jinping y Vladimir Putin abre una nueva era, a 75 años del establecimiento de relaciones diplomáticas entre China y Rusia.
(2024-05-16). Arranca reunión entre Xi Jinping y Vladimir Putin en China. telesurtv.net La reunión del jueves entre Putin y Xi Jinping se centrará en el conflicto ruso-ucraniano, el genocidio en Gaza y otros de "interés geopolítico global."
(2024-05-16). Presidente ruso llega a China en visita oficial. telesurtv.net El arribo del presidente eslavo a territorio asiático responde a un gesto similar de amistad realizado por el presidente chino Xi Jinping el año pasado.
(2024-05-16). Putin in China on 1st state visit after re-elected as Russia's president. presstv.ir Putin has arrived in China on his first state visit after he was sworn in as Russia's president earlier this month.