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Self-immolation outside UN draws fresh attention to Tibet

A Tibetan activist's self-immolation outside the UN headquarters in New York has reignited global attention on Tibet's human rights crisis. Lobga Rangzen's desperate act, protesting Chinese rule and new assimilation laws, highlights the fading international focus on the issue. This tragic event, occurring after over 150 similar protests in Tibet,…

The Times of India

EU officials fear leaders will balk in confronting China

Despite acknowledging severe stakes, leaders struggle to agree on tangible steps to address a massive trade deficit and Chinese state subsidies.

The Economic Times

Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee, seized by Chinese authorities in 2015, dies in Taiwan at 70

Lam Wing-kee, a former Hong Kong bookseller and symbol of resistance to Beijing's crackdown on free speech, has died in Taiwan

The Independent UK

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China says man who flew plane into Beijing skyscraper had mental health problems

Official statement offers the most detailed official account yet of the highly unusual and fatal incident in Beijing

The Guardian - AU

Beijing pushes for a China-Pakistan-style economic corridor with Bangladesh and Myanmar

China is pushing for an economic corridor linking Bangladesh and Myanmar, mirroring CPEC's strategic importance. This initiative, discussed during Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman's China visit, aims to boost connectivity, with China developing the Mongla port. Beijing has also expressed openness to other nations joining this "transnational initiative," which has drawn…

The Times of India

Pilot who hit Beijing's tallest tower wrote about 'ending his life', officials say

The pilot who flew a small plane into Beijing's tallest building wrote in his diary about “ending his life”, Chinese authorities said Thursday, aiming to end speculation swirling around an incident that raised concerns about aviation security in China's capital.

France 24

'Wrote about ending his life': Pilot who hit Beijing's tallest building suffered from anxiety, say Chinese authorities

A 66-year-old pilot named Liu faced a harrowing battle with anxiety and suicidal thoughts, culminating in a crash into the CITIC Group headquarters, the tallest building in Beijing. The aircraft, which took off after a routine flight, strayed off its intended path, resulting in injuries to 13 individuals. This alarming…

The Times of India

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Beijing breaks silence on high-rise crash

BEIJING - The pilot killed when a plane crashed into Beijing’s tallest building last Friday was a 66-year-old man surnamed Liu, the Chaoyang district government said on Thursday, as officials seek to end speculation about the incident.

Bangkok Post

Pilot who hit Beijing tower wrote about ending life: Chinese government

The pilot who died after crashing a small plane into Beijing's tallest skyscraper, injuring 13 people, had mental health issues and had written about suicide in his diary, authorities said Thursday. The plane crash raised questions about aviation safety in tightly secured Beijing, with the CITIC skyscraper around seven kilometres…

The Economic Times

New details emerge about plane that hit tallest building in Beijing

An investigation concluded that the cause of last Friday's crash was ‘personal reasons’

The Independent UK

EU issues new steel, e-commerce regulations to reduce trade imbalance with China

The European Union has introduced new measures to protect its steel industry and curb e-commerce imports from China, aiming to address a significant trade imbalance.

The Economic Times

Global Market: China Resources New Energy shares soar on Shenzhen debut after $3.6 billion IPO

China Resources New Energy's stock soared nearly threefold on its Shenzhen debut, raising a massive 24.5 billion yuan in Asia's largest IPO this year. This strong performance, despite a weaker broader market, signals growing investor confidence and Beijing's push to revitalize domestic capital markets. The renewable energy firm's successful listing,…

The Economic Times

'China trying to take over': Trump calls giving away Panama Canal 'stupid mistake'

Former President Donald Trump voiced strong disapproval of the US handover of the Panama Canal, citing increased fees and alleged Chinese influence. He vowed to prevent Beijing's takeover. Trump also reiterated his stance on birthright citizenship, believing the Supreme Court erred, while celebrating a ruling that bolstered presidential removal powers…

The Times of India

China has accused Japan of ‘reckless militarism’. What’s behind the latest tensions?

China has denounced Japan’s ‘reckless new militarism’, while Tokyo has protested what it claims are Beijing’s defensive incursions, as relations sour

The Guardian - AU

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Iran War Fallout Set to Deepen China's Grip on Global Renewable Energy Supply

The US-Iran conflict accelerates the global shift from fossil fuels, with China emerging as a major beneficiary due to its dominance in renewable energy production and infrastructure.

The Economic Times

China used foreign tech to rise, but now it's slamming the door

China, once a keen learner of Western technology, is now shifting gears to protect its own innovations. New outbound investment rules, effective July 2026, signal a move from technology absorption to stringent protection. Beijing now views its advanced AI, chip, and green tech as strategic assets, aiming to prevent its…

The Times of India

Pakistan only a 'guest' in Balochistan for few more years, says Baloch activist

A Baloch rights activist has announced a global campaign against alleged "terrorism" by Pakistan and China, accusing Beijing of using Islamabad as a "diplomatic gun" over the Indus Waters Treaty. He asserted that China and Pakistan's presence in Balochistan is illegal and that both nations are involved in the "Baloch…

The Independent UK

Xi Jinping warns of global turbulence and says China must prepare for ‘perilous storms’ in major address

Chinese leader reaffirms Beijing’s goal of reunifying Taiwan in speech marking 105 years of ruling Communist Party

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The Independent UK

EU issues new steel and e-commerce regulations to reduce trade imbalance with China

The European Union has introduced two measures to protect its steel industry and limit small e-commerce parcels

The Economic Times

World Bank to phase out China lending by 2031

The World Bank is set to cease lending to China by 2031, a move reflecting Beijing's economic ascent. Loans will be capped at $2 billion until then, a significant drop from previous years. This decision, supported by the US, aligns with China's development status. Beijing views the gradual reduction as…

France 24

'Cloak of secrecy' surrounds plane that crashed into Beijing skyscraper

PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, July 1: Papers discuss a story from China that has flown under the radar: a plane crashed into the tallest building in Beijing in unclear circumstances. Next: why was "controversial figure" Vadim Ermolaev targeted in Monaco? Also: could Ireland become the next summer holiday hotspot? Finally,…

The Independent UK

How small plane nearly hit a passenger jet before slamming into Beijing’s CITIC Tower

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EU set for trade 'conflict' with China unless deal reached by autumn, EPP chief Weber tells Euronews

In an exclusive interview with Europe Today, Manfred Weber warns the EU is heading into a "phase of conflict" with Beijing unless both sides strike a deal to significantly reduce trade imbalances by the autumn.

The Independent UK

Flight data shows light aircraft narrowly missed passenger plane before crashing into Beijing’s tallest building

The two aircraft came within 457m of each other, well below standard separation, according to data from Flightradar24

The Times of India

Accident or attack: What’s behind Beijing’s ‘unprecedented’ plane crash?

On the evening of June 26, a small aircraft hit CITIC Tower, Beijing’s tallest skyscraper, in the capital’s central business district. The pilot was killed in the crash. The physical damage was limited: Shattered glass, debris falling to the street and a scar on one of China’s most recognisable modern…

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