US President Donald Trump has signalled a potential reset in relations with China, announcing plans to visit the country in April for talks with President Xi Jinping.


President Trump Charts Reset With China, Plans April Visit To Meet Xi Jinping | WION

#gravitas China’s sweeping anti-corruption campaign has claimed another senior figure, with former deputy state security minister Gao Yichen expelled from the ruling Chinese Communist Party. Authorities accused Gao of serious disciplinary violations, underscoring Beijing’s continued push to tighten control over the country’s powerful security apparatus.


China’s Corruption Purge: Ex–State Security Minister Gao Yichen Expelled From CCP | Gravitas

The Chinese military has claimed rapid advances in drone warfare, showcasing test results that one soldier could handle 200 drones using AI technology.


China Drone Warfare: PLA Releases New Footage of Drone Swarm Tests 

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping could meet up to four times this year, including Trump’s planned April visit to China and a potential Xi visit to the U.S. Later meetings could come at global summits like the G20, as ties between the two nations seek stability amid ongoing trade talks.

U.S. Treasury Secretary: Trump Likely to Meet Xi Four Times This Year

China says it will uphold the United Nations–centered international system and guard the UN’s central role, even after former US President Donald Trump unveiled his “Board of Peace.” Beijing’s foreign ministry stressed true multilateralism and adherence to UN principles following global reactions to the board proposal.

China Defends UN & Its Role After Trump Rolls Out "Board of Peace"

China’s extensive anti-corruption campaign has struck another senior official, with former deputy state security minister Gao Yichen expelled from the ruling Communist Party. Authorities cited serious disciplinary violations, highlighting Beijing’s ongoing efforts to strengthen control over the nation’s powerful security apparatus.


China's Corruption Crackdown: Gao Yichen Ousted from CCP

China has flown a military drone into Taiwan’s claimed airspace near Pratas Island, a move analysts say signals Beijing’s growing pressure campaign. The PLA says the mission was routine and legal. But Taiwan calls it highly provocative. Experts describe the move as part of China’s “salami-slicing” strategy, taking small steps to assert control without triggering conflict. With Pratas located near key maritime routes and submarine corridors, the incident raises fresh concerns about Taiwan’s defence vulnerabilities and Beijing’s long-term intentions. 

China’s Drone Test: How Beijing Is Pressuring Taiwan Without War | GRAVITAS

President Trump Charts Reset With China, Plans April Visit To Meet Xi Jinping

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer plans a Beijing visit next week, with China expressing willingness to collaborate as both nations aim to revive the "Golden Era" business dialogue amid improved ties following London's approval of China's mega-embassy.


UK-China: Starmer's Beijing Trip to Rekindle UK-China Golden Era

Britain and China will aim to revive a "golden era" business dialogue when Prime Minister Keir Starmer visits Beijing next week, three sources familiar with the initiative said, with top company executives from both sides invited to participate.

UK, China to Revive 'Golden Era Business' | London Seeks to Reset Ties with Beijing

China has expanded its naval presence in Latin America with the arrival of its hospital ship in Uruguay, raising questions about Beijing’s growing influence in the Western Hemisphere. The deployment comes as President Donald Trump has pledged to reassert US dominance in the region and limit the presence of non-hemispheric powers. While China says the mission is humanitarian, analysts see it as part of a broader strategy to deepen political, economic, and military ties across South America. With Washington invoking the Monroe Doctrine and Beijing promoting “anti-hegemonism,” this latest move signals a new phase in great power competition closer to US borders.

China Tests U.S. Dominance With Naval Mission in South America

The trade war between the United States and China intensifies as the effective tariff gap widens sharply. Rising tariffs are impacting global trade, with both nations facing economic and diplomatic pressures amid ongoing negotiations.


Trade War Optics: Effective Tariff Gap Widens Sharply Between US & China 

The tariff disparity between the US and China sharpened entering 2026, with President Trump's administration imposing fresh protectionist hikes-reaching up to 50% on key sectors like semiconductors-while China rolled back levies on US goods to 10% and extended exclusions through November. 

U.S.-China Tariff Gap Widens as Trump Raises Barriers, China Cuts Levies

A wave of low temperature sweeping southern China brought rare snowfall to Shanghai on Tuesday, delighting residents of the financial hub as authorities warned that the frigid weather could last for at least three days.

China: Wave of Low Temperature Brings Rare Snowfall to Shanghai 

The UK government has given the green light to plans for a sprawling new Chinese embassy at Royal Mint Court in east London, a project that has been the subject of fierce debate and political pushback for years.

UK Approves Controversial Plans For Chinese 'Super Embassy'

UK Approves China’s Largest European Embassy Despite Spying Concerns

China’s efforts to revive consumer spending are running into deeper structural and psychological barriers.


Luxury-Phobia: A Hidden Drag on China’s Economy 

“We will not leave the desert till we beat the foe, although in war our golden armour be outworn 100 times.”

In this celebrated poem from China’s Tang dynasty, Wang Changling captured the unyielding spirit of soldiers in golden armour battling on the desert frontiers.


Chinese Team Restores Legendary Tang Dynasty Golden Armour in Tibet 

Schools closed, snow-removal crews were placed on standby, and cold-wave alerts were issued as a powerful cold wave swept across China, disrupting daily life.

China: Cold Wave Sweeps China, Forcing School Closures and Snow Response 

China’s space program faces significant setbacks after the Long March-3B and Ceres-2 rocket launches failed. The failures have raised questions about the reliability of the rockets and the challenges facing China’s ambitious space exploration plans.

China’s Space Program Hit by Long March-3B and Ceres-2 Launch Failures

Massive snow sculptures across China are drawing crowds and going viral online, as winter art displays transform cities into open-air galleries. From intricate landmarks to towering fantasy designs, artists have carved giant sculptures entirely from snow, showcasing creativity amid freezing temperatures.


China’s Giant Snow Sculptures Go Viral As Winter Art Takes Centre Stage | WION Climate Tracker 

Rare snowfall has covered parts of Shanghai, as a powerful cold wave sent temperatures plunging across southern China, an area unaccustomed to winter snow. Residents woke up to snow-dusted streets and disrupted travel, as authorities issued cold weather advisories.


Rare Snowfall Blankets Shanghai As Southern China Shivers In Cold Snap

A deadly explosion at a Chinese restaurant in central Kabul has killed at least seven people, including a Chinese national, raising renewed questions about security in Afghanistan’s capital under Taliban rule.
The blast occurred in the Shahr-e-Naw district — an area considered among the more secure parts of the city and frequented by foreigners. While authorities say the cause of the explosion is still under investigation, the incident has intensified concerns over the safety of foreign nationals and businesses operating in Kabul.
As Afghanistan seeks to project stability and attract foreign engagement, Monday’s blast underscores the fragile security environment still facing Kabul.

Chinese National Killed In Kabul Blast As Security Concerns Grow | WION 

China’s housing market continued its downward trend in December. New home prices across 70 cities fell 0.4 percent month-on-month, matching November’s decline. Only six cities saw any monthly gains, highlighting persistent downward pressure on the market. Tier-one cities showed mixed trends, with Shanghai posting a small 0.2 percent rise, while Beijing and Shenzhen saw prices fall up to 0.6 percent. Tier-two and tier-three cities also saw declines of 0.4 percent.


China's New Home Sales Down 46% From 2021 Peak 

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