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Xi offers praise but few deliverables as Trump departs Beijing

Fri, 15 May 2026 23:51:17 GMT

BEIJING, China: President Donald Trump left Beijing on May 15 after two days of meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping that produced warm rhetoric and ceremonial pageantry but few concrete breakthroughs on trade, technology and Taiwan.

The visit, Trump's first to China since 2017, was intended to deliver visible economic and diplomatic gains ahead of U.S. midterm elections in November. China said Xi will mak

Sanctioned lawmaker is Taiwan ruling party’s choice for Taipei mayor

Thu, 14 May 2026 19:45:08 GMT

TAIPEI, Taiwan: Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) nominated lawmaker Puma Shen, who China has sanctioned for "supporting separatism", as its candidate for Taipei mayor on May 13.

Taiwan, which China claims as its own territory, will hold important local elections for mayors and county leaders in November. These elections mainly focus on local issues, but they

Where do Russian and Chinese foreign policy interests align

Tue, 19 May 2026 03:12:47 GMT

Moscow and Beijing are expected to sign dozens of agreements during President Vladimir Putins two-day visit

Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Wednesday for talks expected to focus on expanding economic and strategic cooperation, as the two countries mark the 25th anniversary of a landmark friendship treaty.

Moscow and Beijing are expected

Beijing shifts to confrontational strategy against Taiwan: Former US Envoy

Mon, 18 May 2026 19:10:14 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], May 18 (ANI): China's policy towards Taiwan has become increasingly confrontational, moving away from earlier rhetoric focused on peaceful engagement and towards a strategy centred on coercion, military intimidation, and political pressure, according to former American Institute in Taiwan director William Stanton, as reported by The Taipei Times.

According to The Taipei Times, speaking at a semin

Why Trumps China trip signifies the end of American primacy

Mon, 18 May 2026 16:00:16 GMT

Washington is no longer confronting Beijing from a position of unquestioned domination

Last week's Trump-Xi summit produced no dramatic declaration or historic treaty - yet its importance may prove far greater than any immediate deliverable. What happened in Beijing was not a breakthrough in policy but a breakthrough in recognition: the United States openly acknowledged China as an equal center o

Update: Lai Ching-te authorities primary source of instability across Taiwan Strait: spokesperson

Mon, 18 May 2026 15:22:05 GMT

BEIJING, May 18 (Xinhua) -- The Lai Ching-te authorities, who are attempting to internationalize the Taiwan question, are the biggest destroyer of the status quo and the primary source of instability across the Taiwan Strait, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday.

Spokesperson Guo Jiakun made the remarks at a regular news briefing when responding to a query about relevant statements rece

Update: China urges Japan to stop surging forward on path of remilitarization

Mon, 18 May 2026 13:47:36 GMT

BEIJING, May 18 (Xinhua) -- China urges Japan to rectify its erroneous remarks and acts regarding the Taiwan region and stop surging forward on the path of remilitarization, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said here on Monday.

Spokesperson Guo Jiakun made the remarks at a daily press briefing, adding Japanese right-wing forces are attempting to challenge the post-World War II international order and in do

White House unveils massive US-China accords on trade and Iran, silences Taiwan flashpoint

Mon, 18 May 2026 12:32:58 GMT

Washington, DC [US], May 18 (ANI): The White House has released an official fact sheet charting the significant outcomes of US President Donald Trump's high-stakes recent State visit to China. The detailed document highlights major breakthroughs regarding bilateral trade, cross-border investments and the security gridlock in Iran, but noticeably leaves out any reference to Taiwan, despite the self-governed island heavi

Traditional lantern lights up China's night economy

Mon, 18 May 2026 09:46:25 GMT

CHENGDU, May 18 (Xinhua) -- As dusk settled, Zigong China Lantern World in the city of Zigong, southwest China's Sichuan Province, came alive at what is a peak time at this venue. Thousands of lanterns flickered on, one after another, with the laughter of visitors and dazzling displays of light merging into a vibrant glow that illuminated the city skyline.

On Friday, such a nocturnal wonder formed part of the con

Taiwan defends US arms sales as 'deterrent' against Beijing

Mon, 18 May 2026 08:19:18 GMT

President Donald Trump recently described military cooperation with Taipei as a "negotiating chip" with China

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has defended purchases of American weaponry after US President Donald Trump characterized weapons deliveries to the island as a bargaining chip in talks with Beijing.

Taiwan defends US arms sales as deterrent against Beijing

Mon, 18 May 2026 08:19:18 GMT

President Donald Trump recently described military cooperation with Taipei as a negotiating chip with China

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has defended purchases of American weaponry after US President Donald Trump characterized weapons deliveries to the island as a bargaining chip in talks with Beijing.

During Trump's visit to Beijing last week, Chinese President Xi Jinping described the

China's ancient encyclopedia strengthens cross-Strait cultural exchanges

Mon, 18 May 2026 05:45:40 GMT

LANZHOU, May 18 (Xinhua) -- In a climate-controlled repository in northwest China's Gansu Province, Fung Ming-chu leaned toward a display case, her eyes fixed on a rare surviving set of ancient Chinese texts.

For the former director of the Taipei Palace Museum, the moment carried the weight of decades.

"My wish has finally come true," Fung told Xinhua. After spending years guarding the Wenyuange copy, she h

CHINA-GANSU-LANZHOU-ANCIENT ENCYCLOPEDIA-CROSS-STRAIT CULTURAL EXCHANGES (CN)

Mon, 18 May 2026 03:19:06 GMT

(260518) -- LANZHOU, May 18, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Fung Ming-chu (2nd L), former director of the Taipei Palace Museum, visits the Gansu Provincial Library in Lanzhou, northwest China's Gansu Province, on May 13, 2026. TO GO WITH "Across China: China's ancient encyclopedia strengthens cross-Strait cultural exchanges" (Xinhua/Liu Keying)

"Taiwan no pushover": Chinese Studies Expert Srikanth Kondapalli warns Beijing faces catastrophic casualties in event of invasion

Sun, 17 May 2026 17:37:32 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Highlighting Taipei's advanced defensive capabilities against aggressive state actors, Chinese Studies expert at Jawaharlal Nehru University, Professor Srikanth Kondapalli, has asserted that Taiwan is no pushover when compared to other major global flashpoints like Ukraine and warned that any military incursion by Beijing would result in catastrophic casualties for Chinese forces.

In China, Xi let Trump play the suitor

Sun, 17 May 2026 14:46:04 GMT

The US president arrived with flattery, CEOs and a need for premidterm trade wins, Beijing stayed formal and refused to budge on core issues

China maintained the upper hand during US President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing this week. He visibly tried to ingratiate himself with Chinese President Xi Jinping, but his counterpart made no attempt to reciprocate.

Trump has been heaping praise o

"MSMEs are critical part of supply chains," says Arvind Virmani on China Plus One opportunity

Sun, 17 May 2026 14:03:44 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Former NITI Aayog member Arvind Virmani on Sunday said India needs major process reforms, skill development, and stronger support for fast-growing exporters to help Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) become a key part of global supply chains emerging under the 'China Plus One' strategy.

In an exclusive interview with ANI, Virmani said MSMEs are closely linked to India's g

(SP)CHINA-XI'AN-BASKETBALL-FIBA 3X3 CHALLENGER 2026

Sat, 16 May 2026 16:52:10 GMT

(260516) -- XI'AN, May 16, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Zhou Zhou (C) of Xi'an breaks through during a Pool B match between Xi'an of China and Bordeaux of France at FIBA 3X3 Challenger 2026 in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, May 16, 2026. (Xinhua/Zou Jingyi)

Briefing by Foreign Minister Wang Yi on China-U.S. summit and common understandings

Sat, 16 May 2026 16:18:30 GMT

BEIJING, May 16 (Xinhua) -- At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, U.S. President Donald J. Trump paid a state visit to China from May 13 to 15. On May 15, Member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi briefed the press on the China-U.S. summit and the common understandings reached.

1. Chinese and American societies and the int

TSMC's Japan unit fab swings to profit in Q1

Sat, 16 May 2026 13:34:04 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], May 16 (ANI): The subsidiary of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) in Kumamoto, Japan, turned a profit in the first quarter of this year, marking the first time the first fab of the unit become profitable since mass production started at the end of 2024, according to a report by Focus Taiwan.

According to contract chipmaker TSMC's financial statement released on Friday, Japan Advanced S

China's expanding maritime tactics raise alarm across Asian waters

Sat, 16 May 2026 13:07:10 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], May 16 (ANI): China is intensifying its presence across contested waters in Asia by deploying large fleets of fishing vessels, coast guard ships and maritime militia units as part of a broader strategy to strengthen control without provoking direct military confrontation, as reported by The Wall Street Journal and cited by Taiwan News.

According to Taiwan News, nearly 200 Chinese fishing boats re

Trump-Xi Summit Reveals China's Careful Balancing Act On Iran

Sat, 16 May 2026 12:27:38 GMT

WASHINGTON -- The Trump-Xi summit offered fresh clues about how Beijing is positioning itself on Iran amid growing tensions over sanctions, regional security, and the future of energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz.

While US President Donald Trump said both sides agreed Iran should never obtain a nuclear weapon and supported reopening the Strait of Hormuz, analysts noted that China avoided making concrete pub

Trump says US won't travel "9500 miles" to fight Taiwan's war for independence

Sat, 16 May 2026 10:01:16 GMT

Beijing [China], May 16 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has signalled a potential shift in Washington's approach towards Taiwan following his two-day 'high-stakes' visit to China, stating that the United States is not looking to 'travel 9,500 miles to fight a war' over Taiwan's independence, raising questions about the future of America's long-standing policy of strategic ambiguity.

Speaking during an interview

The EUs sanctions fever: From Russia to China, a crisis expands

Sat, 16 May 2026 08:56:42 GMT

What was once an instrument of discipline is worsening into something much more damaging for the European economy

The European Union has taken yet another step in its long-running confrontation with Russia. But what now stands out is not only the scale - it is the restless, almost reflexive expansion of sanctions as a default instrument of policy.

In April, EU authorities unveiled their 20t

Taiwan detects eight PLAN vessels, one official ship around its territorial waters

Sat, 16 May 2026 01:59:09 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], May 16 (ANI): The Taiwanese Ministry of National Defense (MND) on Saturday (local time) detected eight Chinese naval vessels and one official ship around its territorial waters.

In a post on 'X', Taiwan's MND said, '8 PLAN vessels and 1 official ship operating around #Taiwan detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. #ROCArmedForces have monitored the situation and responded. No flight path illustra

Xi agreed that "Iran can't have nuclear weapons", Strait of Hormuz must be opened: Trump after China visit

Sat, 16 May 2026 00:59:09 GMT

Washington DC [US], May 16 (ANI): United States and China have agreed that 'Iran can't have nuclear weapons,' and that the Strait of Hormuz must be opened, according to US President Donald Trump. President Trump met with his Chinese conterpart XI Jinping during his three-day state visit to China, where he discussed the ongoing West Asia conflict, and other regional issues.

Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force

Trump backs status quo on Taiwan US envoy to United Nations

Sat, 16 May 2026 00:11:38 GMT

Mike Waltz said Washington maintains its policy of strategic ambiguity regarding tensions with China over the island

US President Donald Trump reaffirmed during his recent talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping that he would not change US policy toward Taiwan, US Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz has said.

Beijing has long opposed US arms sales to the self-governing island and an

Trump backs 'status quo' on Taiwan - US envoy to United Nations

Sat, 16 May 2026 00:11:38 GMT

Mike Waltz said Washington maintains its policy of "strategic ambiguity" regarding tensions with China over the island

US President Donald Trump reaffirmed during his recent talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping that he would not change US policy toward Taiwan, US Ambassador to the United Na

What did Trump and Xi achieve in Beijing

Fri, 15 May 2026 20:24:27 GMT

The American and Chinese presidents talked Iran, Taiwan, and trade, but found little to agree on

US President Donald Trump's meeting with his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, was heavy on pomp, praise, and promises. But what did both leaders walk away with after the superpower summit in Beijing?

Trump left Beijing on Friday, two days after becoming the first US president to visit the Chines

"China sole risk to regional peace": Taiwan slams Beijing's aggression following Xi-Trump summit

Fri, 15 May 2026 18:35:22 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], May 15 (ANI): China has once again emerged as the primary source of instability in the Indo-Pacific, with Taiwan strongly criticising Beijing's aggressive posture following a meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and US counterpart Donald Trump.

Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said China remains the 'sole risk to regional peace and stability' due to its repeated military intim

Amidst deficit of trust, Xi hosts Trump in high-stakes meeting

Fri, 15 May 2026 15:02:57 GMT

Beijing [China], May 15 (ANI): Chairman Xi Jinping laid out the red carpet for his American counterpart in Beijing this week, as the leaders of the world's two most powerful countries met to discuss critical matters. However, trust and suspicion dominated on both sides.

The fact that President Donald Trump was going to Beijing put him in the role of supplicant. Xi's last visit to the USA was in 2023 for an APEC s

Taiwan detects 7 Chinese vessels, 1 ship around its territorial waters

Fri, 15 May 2026 15:01:55 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], May 15 (ANI): Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) detected the presence of seven Chinese naval vessels and an official ship around its territorial waters on Friday.

In a post on X, the MND said, '7 PLAN vessels and 1 official ship operating around Taiwan detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. ROC Armed Forces have monitored the situation and responded. No flight path illustration is prov

Trumps China trip an attempt to save face analyst to RT

Fri, 15 May 2026 13:48:05 GMT

The US delegation came hoping Beijing would offer deals easing tensions caused by Washingtons foreign policy blunders, such as Iran war, Danny Haiphong says

US President Donald Trump's Chinavisitwas an attempt to "save face" and seek relief after the Iran war destabilized the global economy, geopolitical analyst Danny Haiphong has told RT. According to Haiphong, the US is now in a "far weaker pos

Rubio responds to Chinas warning over Taiwan

Fri, 15 May 2026 07:36:21 GMT

The US secretary of state insists that Washingtons policy on the island is unchanged after Xi Jinping said mishandling the issue could lead to conflict

Washington's policy on Taiwan remains unchanged and any attempt by China to break the status quo would be a "terrible mistake," US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said.

Rubio made the remarks in an interview with NBC News on Friday, while

Rubio responds to China's warning over Taiwan

Fri, 15 May 2026 07:36:21 GMT

The US secretary of state insists that Washington's policy on the island is "unchanged" after Xi Jinping said mishandling the issue could lead to conflict

Washington's policy on Taiwan remains unchanged and any attempt by China to break the status quo would be a "terrible mistake," US Secretary of State Marco

Taiwan: TSMC unveils advanced packaging breakthroughs and 2nm roadmap at Symposium

Fri, 15 May 2026 02:59:52 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], May 15 (ANI): Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) showcased progress in its next-generation chipmaking and packaging technologies during the 2026 Taiwan Technology Symposium in Hsinchu on Thursday.

According to a report by Focus Taiwan, the company touted advances in its 2nm process and packaging solutions while highlighting its manufacturing roadmap for the next several years.

Xinhua Commentary: A new paradigm for China-U.S. relations begins with joint action

Fri, 15 May 2026 01:45:14 GMT

China and the United States should choose dialogue over confrontation, cooperation over conflict, and stability over turbulence.

BEIJING, May 15 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump agreed on Thursday to build a constructive China-U.S. relationship of strategic stability, steering the giant ship of China-U.S. relations in the right direction, and injecting grea

Ex-diplomat Surendra Kumar calls for encouraging dialogue between UAE, Iran at BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meet

Thu, 14 May 2026 15:32:32 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): Surendra Kumar, a former diplomat, noted that the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi is significant to encourage dialogue between West Asian nations as it marks the presence of Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his UAE counterpart Khalifa Shaheen Al Marar.

Kumar told ANI that the region is of prime importance to India, and regardless of the situation, dialogue

US to restore depleted stockpiles with cheap mass-produced missiles

Thu, 14 May 2026 13:46:11 GMT

The Pentagon wants to replenish depleted arsenals amid concerns over a potential confrontation with China

The Pentagon has announced plans to acquire more than 10,000 low-cost cruise missiles alongside up to 12,000 inexpensive hypersonic weapons as part of a major push to rebuild USstockpilesafter several high-intensity conflicts.

The effort will rely heavily on emerging defense firms rathe

President Trump has "good meeting" with Chinese President; US, China agree that Strait of Hormuz "must remain open"

Thu, 14 May 2026 13:32:56 GMT

Washington DC [US]/ Beijing [China], May 14 (ANI): US President Donald Trump had a 'good meeting' with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Thursday, with the two sides agreeing that the Strait of Hormuz 'must remain open to support the free flow of energy'.

A White House statement said after their bilateral meeting that the two sides discussed ways to enhance economic cooperation, including expanding mark

"PRC has no authority": Taiwan slams Beijing for blocking participation in World Health Assembly

Thu, 14 May 2026 13:32:51 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan] May 14 (ANI): Taiwan has sharply criticised China after Beijing announced it would not approve Taipei's participation in the upcoming World Health Assembly (WHA), intensifying tensions over Taiwan's international status.

Taiwanese officials accused China of abusing political influence to isolate the island from global health discussions, as reported by The Taipei Times.

According to The Taip

Global semiconductor output to reach USD 1.5 trillion by 2030 on AI advancements

Thu, 14 May 2026 10:59:45 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], May 14 (ANI): Kevin Zhang, Deputy Co-COO at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC), on Thursday said that AI is projected to drive global semiconductor output to USD 1.5 trillion by 2030. He noted that AI is expected to replace smartphones as the chip industry's primary growth engine.

According to a report by Focus Taiwan, speaking at TSMC's 2026 Taiwan Technology Symposium in Hsinchu, the

US has reiterated its 'clear and firm' support: Taiwan on Trump's visit to China

Thu, 14 May 2026 08:02:13 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], May 14 (ANI): With the Taiwan issue being one of the core points of deliberation on Trump's visit to China, Taiwan's cabinet spokeswoman, Michelle Lee, on Thursday emphasised that the US has repeatedly been in support of the sovereign status of Taiwan, according to Al Jazeera.

In her remarks to the reporters, she said that the US has 'repeatedly reaffirmed' its support for Taiwan.

Meanwhi

TSMC to issue USD 584 million in green bonds for environmental projects

Thu, 14 May 2026 08:01:42 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], May 14 (ANI): Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) has decided to issue NT$18.4 billion (USD 584 million) in unsecured corporate bonds in the form of 'green bonds' to finance spending on green architecture and environmental protection projects.

According to a report by Focus Taiwan, the issuance consists of two separate tranches designed to provide varying maturity options for investors

Xi warns Trump over Taiwan

Thu, 14 May 2026 07:36:13 GMT

A standoff over the island could put the two nations into a very dangerous situation, the Chinese leader has said

Chinese leader Xi Jinping has warned US President Donald Trump that a standoff over Taiwan could push the two countries into "a very dangerous situation," describing it as the single most important issue in bilateral relations.

Xi made the remarks on Thursday during a meeting wi

Xi warns of China-US conflict if Taiwan issue is not handled properly during talks with Trump

Thu, 14 May 2026 07:01:55 GMT

Beijing [China], May 14 (ANI): Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday warned that the Taiwan issue could push China and the United States towards 'clashes and even conflicts' if not handled properly, during talks with US President Donald Trump in Beijing, Xinhua News Agency reported.

According to China's state-run news agency, Xi said safeguarding peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait was the 'biggest co

Update: Xi holds talks with Trump in Beijing

Thu, 14 May 2026 06:45:50 GMT

BEIJING, May 14 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with visiting U.S. President Donald Trump at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Thursday.

Transformation not seen in a century is accelerating across the globe, and the international situation is fluid and turbulent, said Xi.

"Can China and the United States overcome the Thucydides Trap and create a new paradigm of major-country rel

Day One Of Trump-Xi Talks Covers Iran, Trade, And Taiwan

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:44:02 GMT

US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping wrapped up more than two hours of talks in Beijing on May 14, with both sides agreeing that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open amid mounting global economic anxiety tied to Washington's standoff with Iran, according to the White House.

The summit, the first face-to-face meeting between the two leaders since October 2025, blended ceremonial pageantry with

The Lions Face Each Other in Beijing

Sat, 16 May 2026 01:38:06 GMT

Trump and Xi Jinping at the table where Iran, Taiwan, Russia, Israel, and Venezuela are no longer separate conflicts

The table where no one roars for free

This week, the two most powerful men on the planet meet in China. Donald Trump arrives in Beijing with accumulated urgencies. Xi Jinping waits with the patience of someone who does not need elections every four years nor

Mainland experts say Trump's remarks on Taiwan shatter "independence" fantasy

Tue, 19 May 2026 01:16:20 GMT

BEIJING, May 19 (Xinhua) -- U.S. President Donald Trump's latest remarks concerning Taiwan have further shattered the fantasy of "Taiwan independence" separatism, according to multiple mainland experts.

"We're not looking to have somebody say, 'Let's go independent because the United States is backing us,'" Trump said in an interview following his state visit to China from Wednesday to Friday.

In a briefi

China's position on Taiwan region's participation in activities of int'l organizations consistent, clear: spokesperson

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:15:36 GMT

BEIJING, May 18 (Xinhua) -- China's position on the Taiwan region's participation in the activities of international organizations, including the World Health Organization (WHO), is consistent and clear, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Monday.

The spokesperson made the remarks in response to decisions by the General Committee and the Plenary Session of the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA) on Mond

2nd LD Writethru: World Health Assembly rejects Taiwan-related proposal for 10th consecutive year

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:15:07 GMT

GENEVA, May 18 (Xinhua) -- The 79th World Health Assembly (WHA), the highest decision-making body of the World Health Organization (WHO), on Monday decided not to include in its agenda a so-called proposal on Taiwan's participation in the annual assembly as an observer.

This marks the 10th consecutive year that the WHA has rejected such a Taiwan-related proposal.

Addressing the assembly, Jia Guide, China'

1st LD-Writethru: Mainland lauds WHA decision to reject Taiwan-related proposal, reiterates one-China principle

Mon, 18 May 2026 16:45:31 GMT

BEIJING, May 18 (Xinhua) -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Monday stressed that the international community's adherence to the one-China principle is unchallengeable and cannot be shaken.

Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, made the remarks when responding to a media query regarding the decision of the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA) on Monday not to include in its agenda

Mainland lauds WHA decision to reject Taiwan-related proposal, reiterates one-China principle

Mon, 18 May 2026 15:46:39 GMT

BEIJING, May 18 (Xinhua) -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Monday stressed that the international community's adherence to the one-China principle is unchallengeable and cannot be shaken.

1st LD: World Health Assembly rejects Taiwan-related proposal for 10th consecutive year

Mon, 18 May 2026 15:45:04 GMT

This marks the 10th consecutive year that the WHA has rejected such a Taiwan-related proposal.

Addressing the assembly, Jia Guide, China'

1st LD-Writethru: Lai Ching-te authorities primary source of instability across Taiwan Strait: spokesperson

Mon, 18 May 2026 15:22:01 GMT

Spokesperson Guo Jiakun made the remarks at a regular news briefing when responding to a query about relevant statements rec

1st LD-Writethru: China urges Japan to stop surging forward on path of remilitarization

Mon, 18 May 2026 13:47:29 GMT

Spokesperson Guo Jiakun made the remarks at a daily press briefing, adding Japanese right-wing forces are attempting to challenge the post-World War II international order and in d

Xinhua News | China urges Japan to stop surging forward on path of remilitarization

Mon, 18 May 2026 11:15:11 GMT

China urges Japan to rectify its erroneous remarks and acts regarding the Taiwan region and stop surging forward on the path of remilitarization, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said in Beijing on Monday. #XinhuaNews

China urges Japan to stop surging forward on path of remilitarization

Mon, 18 May 2026 08:46:53 GMT

Spokesperson Guo Jiakun made the remarks at a daily press briefing, adding Japanese right-wing forces are attempting to challenge the post-World War II international order and in d

Lai Ching-te authorities primary source of instability across Taiwan Strait: spokesperson

Mon, 18 May 2026 08:46:38 GMT

Economic Watch: Traditional lantern lights up China's night economy

Mon, 18 May 2026 02:16:59 GMT

On Friday, such a nocturnal wonder formed part of the co

Across China: China's ancient encyclopedia strengthens cross-Strait cultural exchanges

Sun, 17 May 2026 16:17:46 GMT

LANZHOU, May 17 (Xinhua) -- In a climate-controlled repository in northwest China's Gansu Province, Fung Ming-chu leaned toward a display case, her eyes fixed on a rare surviving set of ancient Chinese texts.

For the former director of the Taipei Palace Museum, the moment carried the weight of decades.

"My wish has finally come true," Fung told Xinhua. After spending years guarding the Wenyuange copy, she

Tonga-China Friendship Association condemns Taiwan authorities for undermining PIF leaders meeting

Sun, 17 May 2026 11:45:17 GMT

SUVA, May 17 (Xinhua) -- The Tonga-China Friendship Association has issued a statement condemning the Taiwan authorities' attempt to disrupt the 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM), which will be convened from Aug. 30 to Sept. 4 this year in Palau.

The association issued a statement on Friday saying that recently, the Taiwan authorities have tried every means to undermine the PIFLM, constantly att

Chinese shuttlers reach three finals at Badminton Thailand Open

Sat, 16 May 2026 15:17:49 GMT

BANGKOK, May 16 (Xinhua) -- The Chinese badminton team secured berths in three finals at the Thailand Open 2026 on Saturday, with Chen Yufei, Bao Lijing/Cao Zihan and Zhu Yijun/Li Qian advancing to the women's singles, women's doubles and mixed doubles finals, respectively.

In the women's doubles semifinals, Chinese pair Bao Lijing and Cao Zihan defeated Chinese Taipei's Hu Ling-fang and Jheng Yu-chieh, 21-18, 2

China hopes U.S. will take concrete actions to safeguard peace, stability across Taiwan Strait: top diplomat

Fri, 15 May 2026 15:15:29 GMT

BEIJING, May 15 (Xinhua) -- China hopes the United States will take "concrete actions" to safeguard peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, China's top diplomat Wang Yi said on Friday.

Wang made the remarks when briefing the press on the meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump in Beijing.

Stressing that the Taiwan question is China's internal affair, Wang said th

Pakistan reiterates adherence to one-China principle

Fri, 15 May 2026 11:15:16 GMT

ISLAMABAD, May 15 (Xinhua) -- The Pakistani government on Thursday reaffirmed its firm commitment to the one-China principle, describing Taiwan as an "integral and inalienable" part of China and backing Beijing's position on the Taiwan region's participation in the World Health Assembly (WHA).

Speaking at a weekly media briefing in Islamabad, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said Pakistan's position on

Xi-Trump summit: reset for US-Chinese relations but tension over Taiwan remains

Fri, 15 May 2026 01:41:18 GMT

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The initial top line emerging from the Trump-Xi summit in Beijing was that while the two leaders had talked trade, technology and the US war in Iran, the most potentially hazardous issue was Taiwan. The Chinese foreign ministry reported that the Chinese president, Xi Jinping, told the US president, Donald Trump, that "the Taiw

Xinhua Headlines: Chinese, U.S. presidents agree on new vision for bilateral ties in Beijing talks

Thu, 14 May 2026 15:16:47 GMT

BEIJING, May 14 (Xinhua) -- In a meeting closely watched by the world, Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday agreed on a new vision of building a constructive bilateral relationship of strategic stability.

The new vision will provide strategic guidance for China-U.S. relations over the next three years and beyond, Xi said when holding talks in Beijing with Trump, who is on a th

5th LD-Writethru: Xi holds talks with Trump in Beijing

Thu, 14 May 2026 09:16:57 GMT

BEIJING, May 14 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with visiting U.S. President Donald Trump at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Thursday.

Transformation not seen in a century is accelerating across the globe, and the international situation is fluid and turbulent, said Xi.

"Can China and the United States overcome the Thucydides Trap and create a new paradigm of major-country r

4th LD: Xi holds talks with Trump in Beijing

Thu, 14 May 2026 08:15:29 GMT

BEIJING, May 14 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with visiting U.S. President Donald Trump at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Thursday.

Transformation not seen in a century is accelerating across the globe, and the international situation is fluid and turbulent, said Xi.

"Can China and the United States overcome the Thucydides Trap and create a new paradigm of major-country r

Trump-XI summit: in a high-stakes meeting the two leaders can't afford to misread each other

Thu, 14 May 2026 07:08:00 GMT

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The summit between Chinese president, Xi Jinping, and US president, Donald Trump, reportedly covered a lot of ground. The two leaders are said to have discussed trade, technology and the war in Iran, agreeing that Strait of Hormuz should be kept open. But the most pote

Taiwan's president defends US arms purchases that Trump called 'bargaining chip'

Sun, 17 May 2026 18:04:03 GMT

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) - Taiwan's president on Sunday stressed that arms purchases from the United States are "the most important deterrent" of regional conflict and instability, after President Donald Trump called into question continued U.S. support of Taiwan following his visit to China.

U.S. arms sales to Taiwan and security cooperation between the two sides are not only governed by law but also a catalyst

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Trump's overtures to Xi, whom he described as a "great leader" and "friend", have so far been met mutedly by the Chinese leader.

But the US president said "a lot of good"

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Trump's overtures to Xi, whom he described as a "great leader" and "friend", have so far been met with more muted tones by the Chinese leader.

But the US lea

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The exchange at a highly

Xi warns Trump Taiwan issue could push China and US into conflict

Thu, 14 May 2026 08:31:52 GMT

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Trump received a lavish welcome on arrival, with a military honour guard, cannon fire and crowds of children waving Chinese and American flags.

The children chanted: Welcome, welcome, warm welcome!

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