China and Russia declared a "no limits" partnership in February 2022 when Putin visited Beijing, days before he sent tens of thousands of troops into Ukraine. Putin has sometimes described China as an "ally".

Chinese President Xi Jinping told Russia's top diplomat on Tuesday that their countries should "strengthen mutual support", state media said, as foreign ministers gathered in Beijing for Shanghai

As the tariff war between the United States and China continues, Beijing is tightening its grip on strategic mineral exports, reportedly reviewing permits for more than 2,000 items, including rare earth elements.

Shoppers are taking advantage of a $42 billion government trade-in program aimed at boosting spending. But in recent weeks, some cities have started to cut back on the subsidies.

China's imports of major commodities presented a mixed picture in the first half, but if there is a clear trend it is that the world's top buyer of natural resources is increasingly sensitive to prices.

Given the current trade environment and tariff uncertainties between the United States and China, the commencement of the iPhone 17 series trial in India is not a big surprise.

As the closest U.S. air base to Taiwan—the self-ruled island that China has threatened to take by force—the Pentagon plans to replace Kadena's 48 F-15C/D fighter jets with 36 newer F-15EX jets, which are capable of carrying more air-to-air missiles.

The United States is working to ensure that if war with China comes, major Pacific allies are ready, according to a new report. China has issued years of bellicose verbal barrages about invading Taiwan,