The simmering trade tensions between the US and China have reached a boiling point. The US administration announced a significant increase in tariffs on $18 billion worth of Chinese goods. This move targets key sectors like electric vehicles, semiconductors, and steel.

Trade fragmentation concerns mount after US tariffs on China

The People's Bank of China (PBOC) maintained its key policy rate on Wednesday, opting to keep the rate for its medium-term lending facility (MLF) unchanged. This decision comes as per the market expectations and reflects the central bank's focus on maintaining currency stability amidst economic challenges.

China's central bank holds steady on key policy rate amid economic uncertainty

Less than a week before Taiwan inaugurates its new president, 45 Chinese aircraft were detected around the self-ruled island in yet another violation of Taiwan's Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) by Chinese leader Xi Jinping's forces.

Xi's China sends 45 aircraft around Taiwan ahead of new president's inauguration

China is reportedly irked with Myanmar for choosing Russia to build the Dawei Deep Seaport on the country's east coast. China which was also trying to build a port close to the Thailand border, had done a feasibility study of the Dawei. According to reports, it chose to focus on Kyakphyu deep seaport instead, as it was close to the India-built Sittwe port. Over the past year, Myanmar has been shedding its overdependence on China, and expanding ties with Russia to secure military supplies and build infrastructure and energy projects. With Myanmar opening the doors for Russia is the influence of Beijing, after seeking to be a dominant player, waning?

Myanmar chooses Russia to build Dawei Deep Seaport Irking China

The China Coast Guard says it issued warnings to Philippine vessels that illegally entered Waters under China's jurisdiction in the South China Sea. Despite repeated Chinese admonitions, the Chinese Coast Guard says the Philippines' actions violated China's sovereignty and international laws.

South China sea tensions: China coast guard warns Philippine vessels

Joe Biden has accused China of cheating rather than competing on trade, Washington imposed steep tariff hikes on Chinese Imports like electric vehicles as well as semiconductors. Watch in for more details

US-China trade tensions: US hikes tariffs on Chinese goods, sparks tensions

US and Philippine armed forces fired missiles and artillery to thwart a simulated invasion in the Philippines' northern waters facing Taiwan on the 6th of May. Couple of days later, a decommissioned China-made Philippine ship was sunk by the allied forces during the South China sea war games.

US & Philippine forces thwart simulated invasion

Watch top headlines of the hour: - Caledonia riots: Macron holds cabinet meet - Zelensky cancels Spain & Portugal visit - Top Hezbollah Commander killed in Lebanon - Thailand: Royal reform activist dies in custody - Chinese Coast Guard shadows Filipino boat - Pakistan readies Fatah-II rocket

Chinese Coast Guard shadows Filipino boat | Pakistan readies Fatah-II rocket

Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi has become the country's eighth-largest electric vehicle start-up after selling more than 7,000 units of its first model- the SU7 sedan, in April, according to industry data.

Xiaomi secures 8th largest EV startup in China after SU7 launch

Astronauts in the Chinese Space Station could soon have a new robotic colleague onboard. Chinese researchers are developing three types of humanoid robots whose main objective will be to help astronauts with their daily tasks.

Robot astronaut heading to Chinese space station

Russian President Vladimir Putin is all set to arrive in China. The visit will mark the start of Putin's new presidential term. Watch this video to know all about the significance of Putin's visit and meeting with Xi Jinping in Beijing.

Russia's Putin to meet Xi Jinping in Beijing. What's on the agenda?

A recent spike in global aluminium prices has led Chinese buyers to temporarily hold off on importing the metal from Russia, despite both nations' efforts to deepen trade ties, Bloomberg News reported.

Surge in global prices stalls China’s imports of Russian aluminium

Months after the launch of its narrowbody C919, China’s Comac has begun work on the C939, a new widebody jet poised to take on Boeing and Airbus. Watch in the report to know more about the jet.

All you need to know about China's widebody jet Comac's C939

Tensions have escalated in the contested waters of the South China Sea between Beijing and Manila yet again. Watch in for more details!

South China Sea dispute: Manila pledges to block China's reclamation at the Sabina Shoal

China has vowed to take all necessary measures following reports that the United States is planning to raise tariffs on Chinese clean energy goods. This includes Chinese EVs, batteries and Solar Products.

US: Biden quadruples tariff on Chinese EV import

Japan’s defence Chief calls for the bolstering of its anti-drone capability after a drone footage posted on Chinese social media showed a Japanese aircraft carrier docked at a restricted navy port west of Tokyo. A video filmed by a drone showed JS Izumo, one of two Japanese helicopter carriers docked at Yokosuka naval base.

Drone records Japanese warships secretly

US Treasury secretary Janet Yellen warns of potential retaliation from china amid escalating trade tensions. The Biden administration is considering quadrupling tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, batteries, and solar cells. Yellen emphasizes the need for targeted measures to protect US Investments in emerging sectors, citing concerns over china's unfair trade practices.

Yellen warns of potential Chinese retaliation amid US trade tariffs

What has China done to Wuhan journalist Zhang Zhan? In 2020, Zhang was documenting the outbreak of Covid-19 in Wuhan. Her videos were exposing what China has trying to hide. Zhang was arrested, charged with spreading false information, and jailed for four years. The citizen journalist was supposed to walk out of prison on Monday, but no one is being able to verify her release.

Gravitas |  Zhang Zhan: What has China done to the Wuhan citizen journalist?

China-based Hesai Group has filed a lawsuit against the U. S. government for putting it on a list of companies which have been found to be working with Chinese military.

Chinese lidar maker Hesai Group sues U.S. government over allegations

South China Sea dispute: China denies Philippine report of 'artificial island' in disputed atoll

South China Sea dispute: China's ambitious claims stir regional tensions

Drone flew undetected over US aircraft carrier

Finally, parts of the world are witnessing spectacular visuals of the Northern Lights which are lighting up the sky in many regions for the very first time including parts of China. Viewers are rushing to enjoy this rare stunning scene.

Northern lights illuminate several parts of China

Kremlin-owned gas giant Gazprom has experienced 55.6% drop in gas sales in 2023, its first annual loss in more than 20 years, amid dwindling gas trade with Europe, once its main sales market. Will Gazprom replace Europe with China? Watch in the report to know!

Can Russia's Gazprom replace Europe with China?

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