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China claims almost all of the South China Sea while Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia, Brunei and Taiwan have counter claims. (Photo: Representational Image)

China objects Vietnam’s invitation to India to invest in South China Sea

China has been opposing India's Oil and Natural Gas Corporation exploring oil in wells claimed by Vietnam in the South China Sea for years.

11 Jan 2018 8:02 PM

'Belt and Road,' announced by Xi in 2013, is a loosely defined umbrella for Chinese-built or -financed projects across 65 countries from the South Pacific through Asia to Africa and Europe. (Photo: AP)

China’s ‘One Belt One Road’ project hits political, financial hurdles

From Pak to Tanzania to Hungary, projects under Xi Jinping's 'Belt and Road Initiative' are being cancelled, renegotiated or delayed.

11 Jan 2018 2:43 PM

Chinese analysts said the Jiwani base was not necessary for China at present as it already has Gwadar. (Photo: AP)

China denies plans to build military base in Pakistan near Chabahar port

According to reports, Pak may allow China to build military base in Jiwani which is also close the Gwadar port being developed by Beijing.

09 Jan 2018 4:12 PM

China has been vocal in extending support to Pakistan since US President Donald Trump increased rhetoric against Islamabad providing safe havens for terrorists. (Photo: AFP)

Terrorism can not be blamed on single country: China in Pak support

China's support for its all-weather ally came as the US stepped up its efforts to pressure Pak to eliminate terror safe havens on its soil.

08 Jan 2018 6:22 PM

The facility could be built at Jiwani, a port near Iran's Chabahar close to the border in the Gulf of Oman, and is located a short distance from Gwadar in Balochistan province which is currently being developed. (Photo: AP/File)

Trump's Pak outburst to aid China acquiring military base near Chabahar

The report quoted that China is in talks with Pak to build its 2nd overseas military base for greater maritime capabilities.

06 Jan 2018 11:46 AM

Chinese military specialists said the DF-17 was one of several iterations of glider systems developed by the PLA, including the DF-ZF which has been through at least seven tests. (Representational Image)

China's advanced hypersonic missile threat to India, US, Japan: Report

China's military analyst said HGV technology reaches targets quicker and more accurately.

02 Jan 2018 9:37 PM

'China and Pakistan are all weather partners. We stand ready to promote and deepen our all-round cooperation so as to bring benefits to the two sides,' Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said. (Representational Image/PTI)

China defends Pak against US allegation, praises counter terrorism record

China said the world community should acknowledge its all-weather ally's 'outstanding contribution' to counter terrorism.

02 Jan 2018 4:24 PM

The Chinese system is based on a network of platforms - buoys, surface vessels, satellites and underwater gliders - that gather data from the South China Sea, and the Western Pacific and Indian oceans. (Photo: Representational | File)

China develops underwater surveillance network in Indian Ocean

The project, led by the South China Sea Institute of Oceanology under the CAS, is part of an unprecedented military expansion.

02 Jan 2018 7:59 AM

Xi said the Chinese people are ready to chart out a more prosperous, peaceful future for humanity, with people from other countries. (Photo: AP)

China will have ‘say’ on major international issues, says Xi Jinping

Xi said China will resolutely uphold the authority and status of the UN, actively fulfill China's international obligations and duties.

01 Jan 2018 11:18 AM

The standoff ended on August 28 following a mutual agreement under which China stopped the construction of the road and India withdrew its troops. (Photo: File/Representational)

Highlighting Doklam 'success', China says India must 'control' troops

The Doklam standoff began on June 16 after the People's Liberation Army began building a road in area claimed by Bhutan.

28 Dec 2017 6:24 PM

The CPEC, a flagship project of China's prestigious One Belt One Road, links its restive Xinjiang region with Pakistan's Balochistan province. (Photo: Representational Image | AFP)

Don't want discussion from any third country in CPEC: China nudges India

'CPEC is not directed at any third party and we hope it can bring benefits for third country,' Chinese spokesperson said.

28 Dec 2017 10:59 AM

At the first trilateral meeting of foreign ministers of China, Pakistan and Afghanistan, Salahuddin Rabbani, Chinese FM Wang Yi and Pakistani FM Khawaja Asif on Tuesday, China offered to extend CPEC to Afghanistan as the three sides pledged to step-up counter terrorism cooperation. (Photo: AP)

Nothing against India: China on CPEC extension to Afghanistan

The CPEC, a flagship project of China’s prestigious OBOR, links its restive Xinjiang region with Pakistan’s Balochistan province.

27 Dec 2017 5:36 PM

(From left) Afghanistan foreign minister Salahuddin Rabbani, Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi and Pakistani foreign minister Khawaja Asif at press conference for the 1st China-Afghanistan-Pakistan Foreign Ministers' Dialogue in Beijing on December 26, 2017. (Photo: AP)

China, Pak plan to extend economic corridor to include Afghanistan

The development came after the first trilateral meeting between the foreign ministers of the three countries.

26 Dec 2017 6:18 PM

The city's government has confirmed approving trial operations of the helicopter operated by a Lhasa-based company, state-run Xinhua news agency reported. (Representational image)

Helicopter rides for tourists now to give bird’s eye view of Tibet's capital Lhasa

Passengers can book tours at Tsechokling Airport or on WeChat, said Deputy General Manager Tseten Paldron.

26 Dec 2017 3:40 PM

The plane codenamed 'Kunlong' according to state news agency Xinhua, took off from the southern city of Zhuhai and landed after roughly an hour long flight. (Photo: AFP)

World’s largest amphibious aircraft AG600 makes maiden flight in China

With a wingspan of 38.8 metres, powered by four turbo-prop engines, it is capable of carrying 50 people and can stay airborne for 12 hours.

24 Dec 2017 2:26 PM

The UN Security Council unanimously imposed new sanctions on North Korea on Friday for its recent intercontinental ballistic missile test, seeking to limit its access to refined petroleum products and crude oil and its earnings from workers abroad. (Photo: AFP)

UN sanctions ‘act of war,’ says N Korea’s foreign ministry

The new resolution is tantamount to a complete economic blockade of North Korea.

24 Dec 2017 1:21 PM

The issue of China blocking the listing of Masood Azhar at the United Nations is expected to come up in Friday's 20th round of India-China border talks in New Delhi. (Photo: File)

Name's Azhar, he’s not a terrorist: China blocks India’s move again

China has been consistently blocking moves by India, the US, the UK and France to designate Masood Azhar as a global terrorist.

21 Dec 2017 5:23 PM

India points that Sino-Indian differences over the tri- junction between India, China and Bhutan in the Sikkim section which is yet to be settled. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

Lessons should be learnt to avoid conflicts: China on Doklam standoff

The two sides attach significance to upcoming round of talks as it would be the first round of talks since the 73-day Doklam standoff.

19 Dec 2017 4:14 PM

Moon Jae-In hopes to 'normalise' ties, after Beijing imposed economic measures against South Korean companies. (Photo: File)

Amid N Korea crisis, China, S Korea to meet, 'normalise' ties

A series of missile tests along with pressure from Donald Trump pushed Beijing to prioritise improving relations with Seoul.

14 Dec 2017 3:50 PM

The Arunachal Pradesh CM drew the attention of the Centre on Siang river’s contamination which he said might be because of Chinese activities. (Photo: PTI)

China denies construction of tunnel to divert Brahmaputa

A foreign ministry spokesperson said that they hoped India will not conduct unfounded speculation and reports.

13 Dec 2017 7:31 PM

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