The Latest Breaking News from Beijing

Nvidia Corp's (NASDAQ:NVDA) China headache is turning into a full-blown migraine—and it's not just over one thing. On one front, Beijing is tightening the screws with an antitrust probe. On the other, policy whiplash from Washington has turned Nvidia into a bargaining chip in a larger geopolitical game. Together, they're…

Washington and Beijing have reportedly agreed a framework for the US takeover of TikTok, with final confirmation expected this week as both governments seek to resolve national security concerns.

If the purpose of a rare joint appearance of the leaders of Russia, North Korea and China on Sept. 3, 2025, was to foster unity among allies, then early indicators suggest its already working – just elsewhere.

The United States is "very close" to a deal with China to settle their dispute over TikTok, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Monday as the two sides resumed trade talks in Madrid.

Despite surveys showing 60% support for same-sex marriage in Hong Kong, lawmakers voted down a bill that would have granted limited rights to gay couples, raising questions about politics, culture and Beijing's influence.

A defence deal to be signed this week could see Papua New Guineans serve in the Australian military, Canberra said on Monday, the pact seen as an attempt to counter Beijing's rising Pacific influence.

China's economy showed further signs of weakness last month, with key data Monday revealing factory output and consumption rising at their weakest pace for around a year.

Future of video app hangs in balance while Beijing and Washington remain locked in trade disputes

China and the United States kicked off the latest round of trade talks on Sunday in Madrid, where they are set to thrash out their TikTok dispute and President Donald Trump's promised hefty tariffs.