The United States on Tuesday (July 30) imposed sanctions on five individuals and seven companies from China and Iran for allegedly supporting Tehran’s missile and drone programs.

US sanctions China and Iran over Tehran's UAV program as new president Masoud Pezeshkian takes office

The United States, on Wednesday (Jul 24) announced sanctions against a network of around six individuals and five Chinese companies that it claims are involved in North Korea's ballistic missile and space programs.

US hits Chinese firms with sanctions for aiding North Korea's missile and space programs

The White House on Tuesday said America's relationship with China is one of "strong competition". The statement comes a day after Beijing urged the US to stop interfering in its internal affairs and lift trade sanctions.

White House says relationship with China is one of 'strong competition'

Washington may sanction those involved in the arrest of over 50 people in Hong Kong and will send the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations to visit Taiwan, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said, drawing anger and the threat of retaliation from Beijing.

US warns of restrictions against Hong Kong authorities

The United States on Monday imposed financial sanctions and a travel ban on 14 Chinese officials over their alleged role in Beijing’s disqualification last month of elected opposition legislators in Hong Kong.

US slaps sanctions on 14 Chinese officials over Hong Kong crackdown

The US slapped sanctions on 16 Chinese and Russian individuals and companies, accusing them of supporting the North Korean nuclear program and attempting to evade US sanctions

US sanctions Chinese, Russians over support to North Korea nuclear programme